Wed 17 Feb 2010
Saint Lucia
A symbolic day for Roman Catholics all over the world including Saint Lucia, Ash Wednesday marks the start of the Lent period.
Mon 22 Feb 2010
Saint Lucia
St Lucia achieved full independence from the United Kingdom on 22 February 1979 and the day is marked with celebratory events across the island and particularly in the capital, Castries.
Wed 24 Feb 2010
- Sat 03 Apr 2010 Saint Lucia
Also known as 'Kawem' in St Lucia, Lent is a 40-day period of fasting and prayer for the many Catholic Christians in St Lucia.
Tue 01 Jun 2010
- Sat 31 Jul 2010 Castries
Arguably the biggest and best-loved festival in St Lucia, Carnival sees the streets burst to life in a riot of colour, music and celebrations.
Sun 21 Nov 2010
- Mon 27 Dec 2010 Rodney Bay
The annual ARC (Atlantic Rally for Cruisers) is the island's major sailing event which is eagerly anticipated by all those connected to the boating world.
Sat 01 May 2010
- Mon 31 May 2010Date to be confirmed Castries
Music fills the air during this popular nine-day jazz festival that includes a variety of musical styles spanning traditional jazz, R&B, blues and reggae.
Sun 20 Jun 2010
Saint Lucia
As is common in many Christian communities around the world, St Lucia sets aside a special day for the pampering of fathers.
Mon 02 Aug 2010
Saint Lucia
Marking the end of slavery in the Eastern Caribbean, the popular Emancipation Day celebrations are a great time to be on the island.
Fri 01 Oct 2010
- Sun 31 Oct 2010Date to be confirmed Saint Lucia
Celebrating the island's rich cultural identity, International Creole Month is a time to rejoice with a programme of celebrations, cultural demonstrations and musical performances.
Fri 26 Nov 2010
Saint Lucia
Although not as flamboyant as the Thanksgiving Day Celebrations in the US, St Lucia celebrates the old American custom in its own unique way with a series of parties and events.
Mon 13 Dec 2010
Saint Lucia
December is a time of celebrations and a great time to be in St Lucia with the fun beginning on National Day and continuing through until Christmas.
Sat 01 Jan 2011
Saint Lucia
Following on from the partying that takes place the night before, celebrations continue on New Year's Day with many of the larger towns holding some kind of event or special festival.
Thu 01 Apr 2010
Saint Lucia
Also known as April Fool's Day, the first day in April is traditionally a day for joking around and pranks - the victim becoming the April Fool.
Thu 01 Apr 2010
- Fri 23 Apr 2010Date to be confirmed Saint Lucia
The Easter Holidays are quite a solemn and serious occasion on this predominantly Catholic island.
Thu 22 Apr 2010
Saint Lucia
An international day that is acknowledged by countries around the world, St Lucia marks the annual Earth Day with a series of events highlighting environmental issues and concerns.
Sat 01 May 2010
- Mon 31 May 2010Date to be confirmed Saint Lucia
Observed on the seventh Sunday after Easter, Whitsuntide (also known as 'Pentecost') commemorates the coming of the Holy Spirit in the form of flames to the Apostles, as recorded in the New Testament.
Sun 09 May 2010
Saint Lucia
As is common in many Christian communities around the world, St Lucia sets aside a special day for the pampering of mothers.
Tue 25 May 2010
Saint Lucia
First acknowledged in 1963, African Liberation Day is celebrated by African communities all over the world and marks the end of colonial rule and imperialism.
Tue 01 Jun 2010
- Sat 31 Jul 2010Date to be confirmed Saint Lucia
Celebrated throughout this deeply religious island, Corpus Christi is a Roman Catholic festival.
Tue 01 Jun 2010
- Wed 30 Jun 2010Date to be confirmed Castries
Attracting a mix of ex-professional players and keen amateurs, the annual St Lucia Squash Open is one of the most popular squash competitions on the island.
NB: While every care has been taken to ensure the information provided is accurate, we advise you to check with the event organisers before travelling to confirm the details are correct.
