Sizzla, Machel, TeeJay, Shaggy, Patrice Roberts and Kes Among Headliners For St. Thomas Carnival

The V.I. Department of Tourism and Division of Festivals have unveiled an exciting roster of performers for the 72nd Annual St. Thomas Carnival Village, promising an unforgettable experience for attendees.

Headlining the event will be renowned Caribbean artists Shaggy, Patrice Roberts, Sizzla Kalonji, Kes, and Machel Montano, set to energize the crowd with their performances starting April 29.

D.O.T. Commissioner Joseph Boschulte expressed enthusiasm about the upcoming Carnival, highlighting the importance of the event in showcasing the rich cultural heritage of the territory. “The anticipation around this year’s St. Thomas Carnival is at an all-time high, and the Village night performers reflect the continued influence and growth of our territory’s three carnivals,” Mr. Boschulte stated.

The festival will also feature a strong representation from local talent including Adam O, Rudy Live, Temisha, Karnage, Blind Earz, VIO International, and Spectrum Band, among others.

Ian Turnbull, director of the USVI Division of Festivals, emphasized the event's commitment to celebrating Virgin Islands and Caribbean culture, which he described as the cornerstone of the annual celebrations. "Every year, our goal is to pay homage to the vast Virgin Islands and Caribbean culture that is at the cornerstone of these annual celebrations for natives and visitors alike," he said.