BVI Emancipation Festival

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.