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Traffic Advisory for Festival J’ouvert and Food Fair

The Virgin Islands Police Department wishes to advise the public of the traffic restrictions that will be enforced during the 2025-2026 Festival J’ouvert and Food Fair on Dec. 31.

Antonio “Ringmasta” Cruz puts on a show for revelers at the start of the 72nd Crucian Christmas Festival J’ouvert on Thursday morning on St. Croix. (Source photo by Kit MacAvoy)
Antonio “Ringmasta” Cruz puts on a show for revelers at the start of the 72nd Crucian Christmas Festival J’ouvert on Thursday morning on St. Croix. (Source photo by Kit MacAvoy)

NO PARKING will be allowed on Market Street in the area of Legendz Lounge and FirstBank from midnight to 8 p.m. ONLY FOOD FAIR VENDORS with the “Vendors Parking Permit” displayed in their front windshield will be permitted to park in this area. The ONLY exception is for the vendor permitted to vend for the J’ouvert at the corner of King Street and Market Street.

NO PARKING will be allowed on Customs House Street between Queen Street and King Street. From the Economic Development Authority building towards the Sunrise Laundry from midnight to 8 p.m. ONLY FOOD FAIR VENDORS with the “Vendors Parking Permit” displayed in their front windshield will be permitted to park in this area. The ONLY exception is for the vendor permitted to vend for the J’ouvert at the corner of King 

Street and Custom House Street.

NO PARKING will be allowed on Strand Street from the intersection of Strand Street and King Cross Street (Frederiksted Hotel) to the Ann Abraham Marine Facility from midnight to 8 p.m. ONLY TAXIS are allowed to park on Strand Street on the left side facing north.

There will be strong police presence to ensure that all parking restrictions are enforced on these streets. All other vehicles found in these restricted areas will be ticketed and towed at the owner’s expense.

The Virgin Islands Police Department thanks everyone for their cooperation and wishes all a joyous Crucian Christmas Festival Season.

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