St Peter’s Day
It is celebrated on 29th June as the Fisherman’s Feast, in which all the fishing boats are decorated.
Thanksgiving Day
The first Monday in October is Thanksgiving, held either to give thanks for no hurricane or for survival of a hurricane.
Jounen Kweyol or Creole Day
In this festival, on the last Sunday of October, four or five rural communities are selected for the celebration. There is local food, craft, music and different cultural shows.
St Cecilia’s Day
Held on 22nd November, it is also known as Musician’s Day as St Cecilia is the patron saint of music.
St Lucy’s Day
Held on 13th December, it is the National Festival of Lights and Renewal and St Lucy, the patron saint of light, is honored by a procession of lanterns.
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