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Beenie Man, Masicka, and more added to 2025 St. Thomas Carnival Village lineup
The festival will take place from April 26 to May 3.
The U.S. Virgin Islands Department of Tourism has announced an expanded lineup of performers for the highly anticipated St. Thomas Carnival Village.
The festival will take place from April 26 to May 3.
Expanded St. Thomas Carnival Village lineup
New additions include Nadia Batson, Ridge, Kollision Band, Full Blown, and Kai.
Fans of dancehall and reggae can look forward to performances by global superstars Masicka and Beenie Man, Lady Lava, Mical Teja, and Uncle Mehn.
In addition to the live performances, Carnival Village will showcase local and international DJs. Virgin Islands favorites Lady Mix, Supa Trakz Int’l, VI Dream Team, and DJ Reg will represent the territory, while internationally renowned DJs Avalanche, Kevin Crown, and DJ Whutever from iHeart Radio will add a global flair to the celebrations.
“This year’s Carnival Village lineup is shaping up to be one of the most exciting in recent memory,” said Joseph Boschulte, Commissioner of Tourism. “By blending the best of Caribbean music, internationally acclaimed artists, and local DJ talent, we are creating an atmosphere that celebrates our culture while offering unforgettable entertainment for our residents and visitors alike.”
More information
For the complete lineup, performance schedule, and event details, please visit https://www.visitusvi.com/events/st-thomas-carnival/.
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