Heroes' and Forefathers Day was celebrated for the first time on October 18, 2021, and is subsequently held every third Monday of October. This year, that falls on October 17. In line with the British Virgin Islands' move to better promote its culture, heritage, and history, this holiday replaces St. Ursula's Day.
Elevate your dining experience during the most delectable week of the year:Restaurant Week!
This is more than just dining out; it's a celebration of culinary creativity. From gourmet establishments to hidden gems, participate in this week-long event where restaurants will offer exclusive prix fixe menus, showcasing their finest culinary delights at unbeatable prices, on Tortola. Don't miss this opportunity to savour extraordinary flavours!
BVI Restaurant Week is positioned as a culinary draw for both the local community and visitors alike to immerse themselves in the local culinary culture and tantalise their taste buds with its flavourful cuisine and artfully prepared dishes that are offered throughout the BVI.
BVI Restaurant Week brings great excitement, as restaurants throughout Tortola anticipate this fantastic event by creating their special breakfast, lunch and dinner menus with an alluring twist. From 20-24 October, 2026. Participating restaurants will feature mouthwatering dishes and attractive discounts.
SIDES Rice, Garden Salad or Caesar Salad, Vegetable, French Fries, Mashed Potato
DESSERT Strawberry Cheesecake
Flavors of Asia
APPETIZER Shrimp on the Rocks - fresh catch of BVI local shrimp cooked on literally volcanic rock with our special sauce.
ENTREE Seafood Bento - grilled shrimp or shrimp tempura, seasoned rice, calamari salad and clams miso soup. BEVERAGE Glass of wine
Omar's Dockside
SOUP New England Fish Chowder
APPETIZERS Jalapeño Calamari - served with thousand island dressing & marinara sauce
MAIN COURSE Thai green chicken curry served with jeera rice and 1 paratha bread. Pan-Seared Mahi - choice of caper butter sauce or garlic butter herb sauce served with stuffed baked potato & waldorf salad.
Omar's Sandspit
SOUP New England Fish Chowder
APPETIZERS Jalapeño Calamari - served with thousand island dressing & marinara sauce
MAIN COURSE Thai green chicken curry served with jeera rice and 1 paratha bread. Pan-Seared Mahi - choice of caper butter sauce or garlic butter herb sauce served with stuffed baked potato & waldorf salad.
ONDE
ANTIPASTI Carpaccio Toscano Slices of raw beef, Parmigiano-Reggiano, arugula, lemon citronette
PASTA Tagliatelle Ragu Bolognese Beef and pork ragu, tomato sauce
DOLCI Crème Brulee Cream, caramelized sugar
Pusser's Pub (Road Town)
APPETIZER Crusted Fungi Fish Balls - crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. Seasoned local fish coated in a golden cornmeal fungi crust, served with our signature house mayonnaise dip
ENTRÉE Whole Fried Red Snapper - paired with mofongo (mashed green plantains with garlic and pork crackling/chicharron), served alongside a savory Creole sauce, sliced red onions, grilled zucchini and yellow squash, and fresh lemon wedges
DESSERT Rum-Flameed Crème Brulee - rich vanilla bean custard with a crisp, caramelized sugar crust, ignited tableside with dark rum for a warm, aromatic finish. Served with fresh seasonal berries and mint.
Pusser's Landing (Soper's Hole)
APPETIZER Wedge Salad - iceberg lettuce with blue cheese dressing top with bacon, tomatoes and crumble blue cheese
ENTRÉE Coconut Crusted Fish - coconut encrusted snapper top with mango salsa accompanied with rice and vegetables
Rhythm and Sands
APPETIZER (choice of 1) Trio-cheese Wonton - crispy golden wontons filled with a rich, creamy blend of three cheeses served with sweet and sour dip. Street Style Corn-Strips - corn cut into rib-style strips, tossed in Cajun butter, drizzled with mayo-tabasco sauce, and sour cream, & ranch, then topped with bacon bits.
MAINS (Choice of 1) Oven-Baked Whole Snapper -fresh whole snapper, oven-baked to perfection with fragrance herbs, garlic, and citrus, served with roasted potatoes, tomatoes, and sautéed seasonal greens. Chicken Parmesan - crispy herb-breaded chicken breast, deep-fried to golden perfection and topped with rich tomato sauce and melted mozzarella & parmesan cheese. Served with spaghetti pasta in our classic marinara sauce. Braised Short Ribs - tender, slow-braised beef short ribs served over a bed of creamy mashed potatoes, accompanied by seasonal vegetables and finished with a rich, savory pan.
DESSERT Brownie & Vanilla Gelato - brownie topped with creamy vanilla gelato and finished with a decadent drizzle of rich chocolate syrup.
BEVERAGES (choice of 1) Cherry Bomb Margarita - tequila, lime juice, cherry syrup, and cream of coconut with garnish of cherry and dehydrated lime. Grand Slam Cocktail - Chambord, vodka, lemonade with garnish of melon/honey dew balls.
Sugar Mill
APPETIZER Soup Du Jour, Les Escargots, Conch Fritters, Spinach and Goats Cheese Salad with caramelised walnuts ,Chicken Liver Pate with toast and chutney.
MAINS Beef Short Ribs - Slow cooked, braised in their own gravy. Beef Stroganoff - Filet mignon in a sour cream, shallots and mushroom sauce Chicken Roulade - tender chicken breast stuff with spinach, cheese & breaded Sugar Mill Fish Pie - local fish and seafood in a creamy wine sauce, topped with puff pastry or creamy mash Steak and Ale Pie - topped with puff pastry Bang Bang Shrimp - shrimp in panko breadcrumbs with spicy dip Chicken & Mushroom Pie - with truffle gravy.
Above dishes served with choice of rice, steak fries, pasta or potatoes of the day or Mediterranean pasta.
DESSERT Key Lime Pie or Banana Bread Pudding or 3 Scoops of Ice Cream
Come and join us for our famous Full Moon Party with some of the best BBQ in town! Once per month, the bay transforms into a party atmosphere under the moon with local Mocko Jumbies, BBQ, fireballs, live music, local arts, fire dancers and bars. Always featuring nightly specials such as BBQ Chicken, BBQ Ribs, Grilled Fish, Grill Lobster, Grill Steak, Jerk Chicken and Jerk Pork.
These dishes are grilled to perfection using our barrel smokers and grills to give you that flavor you've been craving! Trellis Bay Market also offers live music to go with the delicious food. Life is a celebration, come on down and "FullJoy" yourself with the crew at Trellis Bay Market on Full Moon Party Nights!
BVI Tourist Board and Film Commission Film Festival
The 2026 284 Excellence Film Festival promises to be a premier celebration of film, creativity, and culture in the British Virgin Islands. Building on the success of previous initiatives, this exciting event will showcase a diverse range of films from local and international filmmakers, providing a platform for emerging talent and established artists alike. The festival will highlight the unique beauty and culture of the BVI, with screenings set against stunning backdrops, making it a truly immersive experience for both filmmakers and attendees.
In addition to film screenings, the festival will feature workshops and networking events, aimed at fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the film industry. With a focus on promoting the BVI as a leading film destination, the 2026 festival will also offer opportunities for filmmakers to explore the BVI's beautiful locations for their future projects.
The 2026 284 Excellence Film Festival will not only celebrate the art of filmmaking but also brings together a vibrant community of industry professionals, creatives, and film enthusiasts. It will be a landmark event that underscores the BVI's growing influence in the global film industry.
The 284 Excellence Film Competition was launched in 2021 with a simple but powerful mission: to discover, showcase, and celebrate the creativity and talent of filmmakers across the British Virgin Islands. What started as a grassroots competition quickly grew into a platform that empowered storytellers to bring their visions to life, no matter their experience level or background.
Each year, the competition challenged participants to create short films across a variety of genres-drama, horror, sci-fi, romance, documentary, music videos, and more. It provided a stage not only for emerging filmmakers but also for seasoned creatives looking to push the boundaries of their craft. Through workshops, mentorships, screenings, and awards, the 284 Excellence Film Competition nurtured local talent, inspired new artistic voices, and strengthened the growing film community in the Virgin Islands.
Over the years, the competition has evolved in size, scope, and ambition. Thanks to the hard work of participants, the support of the community, and the vision of its organisers, 284 Excellence became more than a competition-it became a movement. It encouraged bold storytelling, celebrated cultural identity, and connected Virgin Islands filmmakers to broader regional and international audiences.
Now, as the 284 Excellence Film Competition transitions into the 284 Excellence Film Festival, its original spirit lives on-only bigger, bolder, and with even more opportunities for creativity, collaboration, and excellence. This next chapter marks a celebration not just of films, but of the voices, dreams, and future of filmmaking in the Virgin Islands and beyond
Discovering the beauty of BVI is all about uncovering the unique character of each island in this unspoiled volcanic archipelago. Select one of our islands below to learn more about what each island has to offer.
The Islands
Anegada
The only coral island in the Virgin Islands’ volcanic chain, Anegada is characterized by its nearly flat elevation, the striking coral reefs that surround it, secluded sandy beaches and clear springs bubbling from coral beds.
Jost Van Dyke may be the BVI’s most colorful island — both in terms of vegetation, and history. To make your way here is to make some incredible memories.