May on St. Croix
With an average temperature in the low-80's, May is a great month for outdoor fitness activities on St. Croix, and the island offers many! From the annual Kite Festival hosted by St. Croix East End Marine Park, to VI Triathlon Federation's Mermaid Mixer, there's outdoor fun to be had for all. You can also enjoy some of the many smaller events held at local restaurants and resorts to celebrate this month's Cinco de Mayo and Mother's Day holidays.
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MAY CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Mon 04 | Cruise ship in port
Thu 07 | Workshop: Friends in the Courtyard
Friends in the Courtyard meets every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:30pm. Enjoy low‑cost, beginner‑friendly art workshops where you can explore new creative techniques in a relaxed, social setting. Come for a single session or make it part of your weekly routine.
Browse the full workshop schedule at cmcarts.org/classes.
When : 10:00 - 12:30pm
Where : CMC Arts
Admission : Register HERE
Thu 14 | Cruise ship in port
Thu 14 | Workshop: Friends in the Courtyard
Friends in the Courtyard meets every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:30pm. Enjoy low‑cost, beginner‑friendly art workshops where you can explore new creative techniques in a relaxed, social setting. Come for a single session or make it part of your weekly routine.
Browse the full workshop schedule at cmcarts.org/classes.
When : 10:00 - 12:30pm
Where : CMC Arts
Admission : Register HERE
Fri 15 | Rhythms at Sunset
Unconfirmed date: Our Town Frederiksted presents a series of FREE waterfront concerts. Enjoy the best of local talent with featured performances, delicious food, and a stunning sunset over the pier. We're bringing life and music back to Freedom City! Three surprise Guest Artists will be featured every month.
When : 6:00-9:00PM
Where : Verne I. Richards Veterans Memorial Park, Frederiksted Waterfront
Admission: Free
Sun 17 | Mermaid Mixer
Calling all Ladies...er, Mermaids!! This annual women-only event is not about fitness and speed; it's about mixing together for a fun workout and fellowship. Thanks to Mutiny Island Vodka, there will be plenty of "mermaid water" and lots of great raffle prizes! Bring your girlfriends to Cane Bay for some early morning fun. Come to Cane Bay with your running shoes on or your goggles in hand and we'll mix you up with a random partner - 2 person relay event.
When : 7:00am Registration 8:00am Start
Where : Cane Bay Beach
Mon 18 | Cruise ship in port
Thu 21 | Workshop: Friends in the Courtyard
Friends in the Courtyard meets every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:30pm. Enjoy low‑cost, beginner‑friendly art workshops where you can explore new creative techniques in a relaxed, social setting. Come for a single session or make it part of your weekly routine.
Browse the full workshop schedule at cmcarts.org/classes.
When : 10:00 - 12:30pm
Where : CMC Arts
Admission : Register HERE
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Read MoreThu 21 | Art Thursday
Art galleries, jewelry studios and fine retail stores all stay open late for a relaxing evening on the town. Admission is FREE, but be sure to bring some shopping money for buying locally made art, jewelry, and more!
When : 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Where : Downtown Christiansted
Admission : Free
Thu 28 | Cruise ship in port
Thu 28 | Workshop: Friends in the Courtyard
Friends in the Courtyard meets every Thursday from 10:00am to 12:30pm. Enjoy low‑cost, beginner‑friendly art workshops where you can explore new creative techniques in a relaxed, social setting. Come for a single session or make it part of your weekly routine.
Browse the full workshop schedule at cmcarts.org/classes.
When : 10:00 - 12:30pm
Where : CMC Arts
Admission : Register HERE
Upcoming Events for 2026
New events will be added as they are announced.
For reference, below are 2025 events, showcasing the types of gatherings that typically take place during this time of year.
2025 PAST EVENT
Thu 01 - Sat 24 | Exhibition: "Spring Equinox"
VI artists celebrate the Spring Equinox in this curatorial extravaganza curated by artist Lucien Downes.
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
When : 9:00am - 4:00pm
2025 PAST EVENT
Thu 01 | Workshop: Sculpture with Hec Le Bur
Reservations required
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 03 | Mother's Day Chocolate Tea Party
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a very special chocolate tea party! Delicately filled sandwiches, chocolate desserts, freshly baked scones & Devonshire creme, tea, beverages and more. Sit down for tea at 12:30pm, 1:45pm or 3:00pm
Reservations required
Where : Bleu Chocolàt
When : 12:30pm | 1:45pm | 3:00pm sittings
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 03 | Nursery Plant Sale
Freshen up your garden, balcony or deck. Pick up beautiful plants at the St. George Village Botanical Garden monthly plant sale.
When : 9:00am - 12:00pm
Where : St. George Botanical Garden
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 03 | Workshop: Life Planning Vision Board
Activate the power of having a visual representation of your goals and dreams (women only). Reservations required.
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
When : 10:00am - 12:00pm
Admission : $30/$35
2025 PAST EVENT
Sun 04 | Race : East End Road Race
The Virgin Islands Cycling Federation present a road race with options for all. Click here for race details.
Where : Solitude - meet by Ziggy's/Castaways
When : 7:00am
Entry fee: $10 members $15 non-members
2025 PAST EVENT
Mon 05 | Cinqo de Mayo
There's Shupes on the Boardwalk, and The Landing at Cane Bay for margaritas and drink specials.
Places to Eat and Food Services on St. Croix
Where : Various locations
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Wed 07 | An Evening with Celebrity Chef Sam Choy
Where : Sion Farm Distillery
When : 5:00pm or 7:00pm
Admission : $75 -Tickets may be purchased by calling 340-690-9322
2025 PAST EVENT
Thu 08 | Workshop: Painting Orchids with Gene
Reservations required
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
2025 PAST EVENT
Thu 08 | Special Evening: "A Taste of Spring"
An exclusive artist-guided tour of the "Spring Equinox" exhibition led by curator Lucien Downes. Charcuterie and wine pairings available.
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
When : 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Admission : $40 Single / $45 Couple
2025 PAST EVENT
Thu 08 - Sat 10 | Sale: Vintage Pop-up
Browse a curated collection of gently loved gowns, dresses, shoes, bags, jewelry, and more, each piece accompanied with a unique story, and just in time for Mother’s Day, prom, or wedding season. Don’t miss this chance to discover timeless treasures just in time for the spring’s most special occasions.
Where : Bougainvillea
When : 10:00am - 6:00pm
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 09 | Book Launch: "Painters in Paradise"
Join author Maria Ausherman for a Painters in Paradise presentation based on her book about artists who worked in the Caribbean region.
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
When : 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 09 | Workshop: Chocolate Paint & Sip
Reservations required
Where : Bleu Chocolàt
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 09 | Jump Up
A Christiansted Block Party that’s fun for the whole family! The streets are closed off to traffic so that the Moko Jumbies can roam, and St. Croix social service organizations, youth groups and calypso bands sprinkle the town. Restaurants and businesses stay open late offering great specials, and local food and drink vendors offer up a taste of local flavor. The event is from 6-10pm, but the party continues long after that!
When : 6:00pm - 10:00pm
Where : Downtown Christiansted
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 09 | Jump Up & Full Moon Party
Head over to Shupe's upstairs for their special party featuring DJ Cypha
Where : Shupe's on the Boardwalk
When : 9:00pm - Late
Caribbean Museum Center for the Arts (CMCArts) is where art happens! Come stroll through our seaside open-air…
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Sat 10 | Shoreline Shine-up
REVISED DATE (was 5/3/25) Join The Salt River Bay National Historical Park and volunteers to clean the shoreline and restore the vital mangrove habitats! Spend time keeping St Croix beautiful and learn about our environment and how important the mangroves are to the ecosystem.
Reservations required
Where : Columbus Landing
When: 8:00am - 12:00pm
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 10 | Mother's Day Chocolate Tea Party
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a very special chocolate tea party! Delicately filled sandwiches, chocolate desserts, freshly baked scones & Devonshire creme, tea, beverages and more. Sit down for tea at 12:30pm, 1:45pm or 3:00pm
Reservations required
Where : Bleu Chocolàt
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 10 | Movie Night @ Leatherback Brewing Company
Captain American - Brave New World
REVISED DATE Head to Leatherback Brewing Company on the first Saturday of each month for a FREE outdoor movie on the lawn. Bring your beach chairs, blankets, friends and family and enjoy a movie under the stars. Come early and order your favorite pizza or snack. The bar will be open for beer and cocktails as well.
When : 6:45pm - 9:30pm
Where : Leatherback Brewing Company
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Sun 11 | Mother's Day
Treat the mothers in your life! Many local restaurants will be presenting special menus, and St Croix has an abundance of stores to find the perfect gift.
Sun 11 | Mother's Day Brunch
Join the Sand Castles on the Beach team for their annual Mother's day Brunch featuring amazing specials for the ladies in your life.
Where : Beach Side Cafe
When : 10:00am - 3:00pm
2025 PAST EVENT
Sun 11 | Mother's Day Group Ride
If you're a mother, wife, sister, daughter, aunt, girlfriend and you have a bike...you're invited to join VI Triathlon Federation and the VI Cycling Federation for the Mother's Day Group Ride on Sunday, May 11 at 7am.
More info from 340-513-2707
Where : Cheeseburgers Parking lot
When : From 7:00am
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Sun 11 | Mother's Day Dinner
Join the Sand Castles on the Beach team for their annual Mother's day Dinner. Specials will include Twin Lobster Tails, Filet Mignon, Lamb Chops. You know she deserves it!
Where : Beach Side Cafe
When : 4:30pm - 8:30pm
2025 PAST EVENT
Thu 15 | Art Thursday
Art galleries, jewelry studios and fine retail stores all stay open late for a relaxing evening on the town. Admission is FREE, but be sure to bring some shopping money for buying locally made art, jewelry, and more!
When : 5:00PM - 8:00PM
Where : Downtown Christiansted
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 16 | Workshop: Chocolate Truffle Making
Reservations required
Where : Bleu Chocolàt
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 16 - Sat 17 | St Croix Lionfish Derby 2025
Get your team (up to 6 divers per team) together for the Lionfish Derby. Cash and prizes for Most/Largest & Smallest Lionfish. [Presented by Core, DPNR Fish and Wildlife & Reef Responsible]
Friday 16th - Captain's meeting at 6:00pm @ Salt River Marina
Saturday 17th - Hunting in territorial waters, weigh-in, cookout and awards.
Where : Salt River Marina
When : 6:00pm
Admission : $50 per diver | $300 per team of 6
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 17 | STXEEMP Kite Festival 2025
Postponed - new date to be announced. Enjoy a day of high-flying fun at the annual Kite Festival! Head to the St. Croix East End Marine Park Office and watch the sky come alive with colorful kites. Bring your own or make one at the event—either way, it’s a perfect day for family and friends to enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Don’t miss this celebration of creativity and community! Get your free tickets online here!
When : 10:00am - 3:30pm
Where : St. Croix East End Marine Park
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 17 | Leatherback Brewing 7th Anniversary Party
Gather your tribes together and mark your calendars for Leatherback Brewing Company's 7th Year Anniversary Party! A day full of fun, Survivor style! Kurt Schindler will be playing at 6:00pm.
Where : Leatherback Brewing Tasting Room
When : 11:30am - 9:00pm
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 17 | Workshop: Glass and ceramic Mosaics
Reservations required
Where : Caribbean Museum of Arts
When : 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Admission : Free
Sat 17 | Workshop: Mini Chocolatier - Design your own chocolate bar
Reservations required
Where : Bleu Chocolàt
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 17 | Workshop: Make your own Macaroons
Reservations required
Where : Bleu Chocolàt
2025 PAST EVENT
Tue 20 | Book Club: "The Many Lives of Mama Love" by Laura Love Hardin
Our Book Club will meet Tuesday, May 20 at 6pm to discuss The Many Lives of Mama Love by Laura Love Hardin.
When : 6:00pm
Where : Undercover Books
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Wed 21 - Mon 26 | Yoga Vacation in St Croix
Sign up for this St Croix Yoga Vacation: A nourishing retreat experience designed for relaxation, movement, and connection. The package includes 5 nights (B&B) at the Sugar Apple Inn.
Where : Sugar Apple Inn
2025 PAST EVENT
Wed 21 | Financial Planning for Caregivers. AARP VI Financial Wellness Series
These online series of virtual financial education classes, presented by AARP Virgin Islands in collaboration with the Government Employees' Retirement System (GERS) of the Virgin Islands, shares tips on saving and financial planning, managing and protecting your assets, planning for retirement and estate-planning strategies.
This month, explore:
- What questions you and your family need to know that could affect caring for your loved ones
- How Caregiving negatively impacts the caregiver’s financial future
- Available tools to guide your financial planning decisions.
When : 5:30PM
Where : Online
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 23 | Rhythms at Sunset
REVISED DATE! Join Our Town Frederiksted for this unmissable night under the stars with live music, local vibes, and good company! See you on Friday, same time, same place! Music, Poetry & More - featuring different guest artists each month! Food and bar vendors in attendance.
When : 6:00pm - 9:30pm
Where : Verne I Richards Memorial Park, Frederiksted Waterfront.
Admission : Free
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 23 - Sun 25 | 40 Seasons of Love - CCT's 40th Anniversary Celebration
Caribbean Community Theatre presents 40 Seasons of Love. a collection of songs and skits performed by some of your favorite performers for CCT's 40th anniversary Celebration
Only 3 Show dates.
Please note: This production is NOT recommended for children under age 16.
When : 8:00PM (Friday and Saturday), 4:00PM (Sunday)
Where : Caribbean Community Theatre
Admission : Tickets will be available on Eventbrite
2025 PAST EVENT
Mon 26 | Memorial Day Group Ride
In honor of Memorial Day, a group Cycling ride.
Where : Sunny Isle Annex
When : TBA
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 30 | Turtle Trekker: Volunteer opportunity
Are you looking for a rewarding volunteer experience? Join The Buck Island Reef National Monument Team in setting up the beach for the upcoming sea turtle nesting season! This event is designed not only to preserve a critical habitat but also to educate volunteers about the importance of protecting these magnificent creatures and their nesting sites.
Where : Green Cay Marina
When : 8:30am - 2:00pm
Registration required : Click here
2025 PAST EVENT
Fri 30 | The Greatest Show on Earth - Spectacular Spectacular
When : 5:30pm
Where : Blues' Backyard BBQ & Grill
Show your pride and join in the fun as St. Croix celebrates the unique heritage and history…
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Sat 31 | Art Exhibition: 2025 PRIDE - Opening Reception
Join CMCArts at their free opening exhibition for 2025 Pride. Kicking off the 2025 Dialogues on Freedom Series. A proud community collaboration with Cane Roots Gallery.
When : 4pm - 7pm
Where : CMCArts
Admission : Free - Please RSVP
2025 PAST EVENT
Sat 31 | STXPride🌈FIRST PRIDE PARTY🌈
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When : 8pm - 1am
Where : Shupe's
Admission : Tickets $10
2025 PAST EVENT
TBA | VI Cycling Federation's annual Triple Bypass race.
Where : TBA
When : TBA
2025 PAST EVENT
VIPR Paradise 5K
VI Pace Runners' Annual Paradise 5K.
Where : TBA
When : TBA
More About May on St. Croix
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May Holidays
Cinco de Mayo
Mother's Day (2nd Sunday)
Memorial Day (Last Monday)
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Off Season
May is part of the off (or slow) tourism season on St. Croix. While St. Croix isn't really a place with big crowds, May is an especially laid-back time on the island. For many restaurants and storefronts, this is the final month of season and close toward the end of the month, so make reservations for restaurants, tours and attractions whenever possible.
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Average Temperatures
The average daily temperatures in May range from the high 70s to mid-80s (°F)
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Average Rainfall
May is part of the drier season on St. Croix, averaging about 9 days of rain. What rain showers there are most often on the light side and pass by quickly.
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Local Seafood in Season
Caribbean Spiny Lobster, Conch, Mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, White Marlin, Dolphin Fish, Kingfish
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Local Fruits in Season
Custard Apple, Carambola, Dragonfruit, Jackfruit, Papaya, Hog Plum
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Seasonal Flowers + Blooming Plants
Century plants bloom in early spring to late summer with clusters of bright yellow flowers. The South American cannonball tree is also in bloom, with fragrant red flowers and giant cannonball fruits.
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Seasonal Wildlife to Watch For
Humpback whales migrate along St. Croix during the late winter months. There are also occasional sights of whale sharks and manta rays.
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Migratory Birds to Watch For
Black-necked Stilt, Blue-winged Teal, Great Blue Heron, and Northern Waterthrush migrate to the Virgin Islands for the winter months.
