Raised on a single desire to fulfill an old Virgin Islands adage to “give people their flowers while they are alive,” The Virgin Islands Icon Awards is a platform for celebration and recognition of Virgin Islanders, Belongers, residents and people claimed by these islands throughout the diaspora.
The Virgin Islands Icon Awards will be the most opulent event, setting the right tone to commemorate the work people have done throughout the territory through their platforms and brands; in many ways that work has made us all better.
Led by a Lifetime Achievement Award and an award for Emerging Youth Talent, complete with a $5,000 cash prize given to the winner, the award system recognises those who thrive in 26 areas of focus. 25 of those areas are permanently named, but the flexible 26th Category, as it is called, will allow producers the ability to award persons in a category that is reflective of the most topical cause of that year.
Formerly known as Territory Day, Virgin Islands Day reflects a renewed sense of national consciousness and represents an effort to assert the unique identity of Virgin Islanders.
The Full Moon Party gets underway with entertainment and fun for the entire family! Families can enjoy a full Caribbean Dinner Buffet from 6:00 PM with menu items that include Jerk Chicken, BBQ Chicken, Jerk Pork, BBQ Rib, Vegan option, and more! The event continues with live Steel Pan while having dinner and a Fire Dancer Performance. For the late-night party people, a local live band carries you throughout the night playing all genres of music to dance the night away with your family and friends!
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The BVI Emancipation Festival is an annual cultural celebration that takes place in the British Virgin Islands during the first week of August. The festival commemorates the abolition of slavery in the British colonies and celebrates the culture and traditions of the BVI.
The festival typically features a range of activities and events, including music and dance performances, parades, food fairs, pageants, and sporting events. The festival culminates in a grand parade on the first Monday in August, which is a highlight of the event.
The BVI Emancipation Festival is an important cultural event in the BVI, and it attracts locals and visitors alike who come together to celebrate and honour the history, heritage, and culture of the BVI.
Summer Sizzle BVI is the Caribbean’s “Premier Fashion and Lifestyle Event”, held annually in the British Virgin Islands. The spectacular event in its 15th year, is scheduled for July 23 – 28, 2025.
Summer Sizzle BVI is a highly anticipated event, and a driving force combining fashion, art and entertainment, attracting fashion and travel influencers, designers, models, artists, creatives, press, celebrities, entertainers, leisure tourists and water sports enthusiasts. With this beautiful tropical venue serving as a backdrop, they arrive eager to experience this spectacular event.
Celebrating 15 Years of Style, Music, Art & Culture: This year marks the celebration of the 15th Anniversary of Summer Sizzle BVI, the Caribbean’s “Premier Fashion and Lifestyle Destination Experience”. This milestone edition set for July 23 – 28, 2025 will be a grandeur showcase of Fashion, Music, Art and Culture in the British Virgin Islands. The marquee event, “The Global Glamour Runway Show” is a leading platform, dedicated to showcasing Fashion and Art from world renowned designers, talented rising-star designers, and artists. Other epic events includes our Welcome Dinner Party - A Taste of BVI, When Art Meets Fashion Gala, Sailing Excursion & Beach Party.
Summer Sizzle BVI is a highly anticipated event, and a driving force combining fashion, art and entertainment, attracting visitors from around the globe; fashion and travel influencers, designers, models, artists, creatives, press, celebrities, entertainers, leisure tourists and water sports enthusiasts. With this beautiful tropical destination serving as a backdrop, they arrive eager to experience this spectacular event in BVI. For more information and tickets:summersizzlebvi.com Follow us on Instagram and Facebook:@summersizzlebvi
2025 EVENT SCHEDULE: Thursday, July 24 Hike BVI Adventure 15th Anniversary Welcome Dinner | Loose Mongoose, Beef Island
Friday, July 25 Beauty Trends Event | Wyndham Lambert Beach Resort When Art Meets Fashion Gala – A White Masquerade | Long Bay Beach Resort Poolside
Saturday, July 26 Sizzle Saturdaze | Create BVI, Skelton Bay Lot, Fish Bay, Tortola Global Glamour Runway Show | Multi-Purpose Sports Complex, Road Town, Tortola
Sunday, July 27 Sailing & Beach Party | Jost Van Dyke
The Xmas in July is an annual event celebrated at Pond Bay Virgin Gorda hosted by Wally Castro Marine, Marcos Rivera, and the BVI Tourist Board.
It is one of the most awaited nautical events for boaters (with a record participation of 400 boats and more than 4,000 people) this weekend event brings together the boating community from Puerto Rico -affectionately called the PR Navy, as well as the local community and BVI visitors to celebrate with lots of fun a summer’s-end tradition.
During this family event, guests can expect to see hundreds of boats together enjoying a beach party with live music with bands from the BVI and Puerto Rico, local restaurants, food, and drinks. In addition, Xmas in July is an event that creates an impact locally, giving back to non-profit organizations and environmental conservation through various initiatives during the event.
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.