As Carnival 2024 is quickly approaching, the Virgin Islands Police Department is providing some helpful tips and information for the Carnival season.
- There will be absolutely NO SELLING OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES TO MINORS.
- If in doubt, have them pull an ID out.
- There is absolutely no smoking of any kind (to include the rear of the booths); no vaping, no full-face coverings and no glass containers are allowed in the Village on the J’ouvert route and on the Parade route. The smoking of marijuana is prohibited in public places, bars and restaurants, etc.
- Parking will be very limited; however, in coordination with the Department of Public
Works, there will be designated parking areas identified by covered signs in certain areas, but please be very cognizant of where you park. There will still be restricted parking in certain areas. Carpooling is always an option.
- Lock your car doors and do not leave visible items in your car.
- Try to park in well-lit areas.
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol is prohibited.
- Walk in groups.
- Be vigilant of your surroundings.
- Please limit the amount of jewelry you wear. You do not want to draw any unnecessary attention to yourself.
- If you find a lost child or lose a child, you should notify the nearest law enforcement officer. You should put your name, phone number and the child’s name on a piece of paper and put it in the child’s pocket.
- In case of emergency, there will be several identified entrance and exit points around the Carnival Village.
- We are increasing the lighting and surveillance in and around the Carnival Village and surrounding areas.
- We will have law enforcement officers assigned to patrol inside and outside every event.
- We advise all owners that you be very cognizant of the sale and usage of alcoholic beverages by any minors in your troupes.
- If in the event your vehicle is not where you left it upon your return, notify 911 immediately. If your vehicle was towed for any reason by VIPD personnel, you will be instructed to travel to the Richard Callwood Command Records Bureau (Police Station) and pay the towing fee. You will then travel to the Human Services parking lot located south of the Winston Raymo Center (area of the basketball court) and give your receipt to the personnel at the gate to retrieve your vehicle.
- Please listen to the host in the village who will brief the public from time to time on events and/or PSAs (Public Service Announcements).
Tips for Juveniles
- There will be absolutely NO CONSUMING OF ANY DRUGS OR ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.
- No smoking, vaping or glass containers of any kind in the Village.
- No weapons.
- The Children’s Village closes at midnight.
- No unaccompanied minors are to be at any event after 10 p.m. or in the Carnival Village after midnight.
- If you cannot locate your guardian, you should notify the nearest law enforcement officer.
- Curfew violations will be strictly enforced by the VIPD.
- Walk in groups and stay in well-lit areas.
- Be vigilant about your surroundings.
- Please limit the amount of jewelry you wear. You do not want to draw any unnecessary attention to yourself.
- In case of emergency, there will be several identified entrance and exit points around the Carnival Village, or call 911.
The Virgin Islands Police Department thanks the community for their cooperation as we work to ensure a safe and enjoyable Carnival season.
