2026 Season – TBA Historically, the dates have been February – on the Friday before to Valentine’s Day, the end of May, July, November – on the Friday after Thanksgiving (Black Friday)

A widely used term throughout the Caribbean ‚’jump up’ means ‘to dance’. Jump Up on St. Croix is a party in the streets of Christiansted. Originally started as a way to boost the economy and spread cheer for the people on the island, it has become one of St. Croix’s favorite social events among locals and visitors alike. Music, dancing, food, drinks, street vendors, cultural dancers, shopping, steel pans, fire dancers, as well as the iconic Mocko Jumbies all come together. As a result, Christiansted comes alive.

Highlights
On the night of Jump Up the streets, the boardwalk, and the restaurants of Christiansted are filled with people enjoying the sights and sounds. In addition, people are sipping local beverages and savoring the delicious food of St. Croix. Many of the retail stores stay open late, and street vendors sell local art and wares. Another favorite of many are the Mocko Jumbies. An old cultural tradition brought over from Africa, these stilt dancers mock the evil spirits, also known as ‘jumbies’, to scare them away. The Mocko Jumbies are NOT to be missed. In fact, they dance up and down the streets to the music on six foot stilts.

Event Details
Dates and Times:  Jump Up takes place 4 times per year on a Friday night, and roads are closed for the “street fair” pedestrians can safely enjoy. This is Christiansted the way it should be enjoyed! Dates and Times are subject to change – Historically, the dates have been February – on the Friday before to Valentine’s Day, the end of May, July, November – on the Friday after Thanksgiving (Black Friday). Jump Ups are held from 6pm – 10pm.

Cost:  Entry to the Jumps Ups is FREE. Food, drinks, and retail merchandise are available for purchase.