Stevens-Jackson Appointed VG Easter Festival Chair
Samantha L. Stevens-Jackson has been named Chairperson of the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Committee ahead of its 60th anniversary in 2027. She succeeds Reshawn Stevens to lead the milestone celebration, which is scheduled for March 27 to 29, 2027. Community organizers and residents are looking forward to three days of culture, music, and heritage.
Stevens-Jackson has been officially named the new Chairperson of the Virgin Gorda Easter Festival Committee as the Sister Island gears up for a historic milestone in 2027. Her appointment comes as the territory begins preparations to celebrate the festival’s diamond jubilee, marking 60 years of vibrant culture, music, heritage, and community spirit.
The milestone celebrations are officially scheduled to take place from March 27 to March 29, 2027. Stevens-Jackson takes over leadership of the organizing committee from outgoing chairperson Reshawn Stevens. Following the announcement, community members and cultural stakeholders extended their congratulations and best wishes to Ms.
Stevens-Jackson as she steps into the role, recognizing the responsibility and dedication needed to steer one of the territory's premier annual events. Stepping into her new post, the incoming chairperson shared a message of welcome and encouragement, urging residents, cultural practitioners, and visitors across the Virgin Islands to unite in making the anniversary year a resounding success.
The Virgin Gorda Easter Festival has long served as a vital cornerstone of the island's cultural calendar, drawing thousands of residents and tourists to Spanish Town every Easter weekend. The multi-day showcase traditionally highlights local cuisine, calypso and soca performances, pageantry, wet fetes, and the signature Easter Monday parade.
Beyond its cultural value, the festival represents a significant economic boost for Virgin Gorda, driving high demand for ferry operators, villa rentals, hotels, local restaurants, and transport services during the holiday period. With the 60th anniversary approaching, anticipation is building for an expanded roster of events that pays tribute to the founders and pioneers who built the festival over the past six decades.
Further announcements regarding the full 2027 festival committee lineup, subcommittees, and early anniversary programming are expected to be shared in the months ahead as planning gathers momentum.
Primary source: VINO