Three Kings Day, or Epiphany, celebrated on Jan. 6, marks the visit of the Magi to the infant Jesus and signifies the moment he was revealed to the world. Celebrated 12 days after Christmas, it concludes the holiday season and holds deep significance in Christian tradition. On St. Croix, the day is honored with vibrant cultural festivities, including the annual Crucian-Rican Breakfast and Tramp.
The celebration kicks off at sunrise in downtown Christiansted, where the Ten Sleepless Nights plays traditional quelbe music, filling the air with rhythm and joy from the Basin Triangle as the community comes together to mark this special occasion. Following the tramp, breakfast is served at the Christian “Shan” Hendricks Vegetable Market on Company Street.
As the community celebrates the rich cultural traditions of Virgin Islanders of Puerto Rican descent, one must ask: Where do tradition, federal guidelines, and cultural preservation intersect, and how can the people of the territory ensure that their heritage is actively safeguarded?
