Event· St Vincent· Windward Islands

Nine Mornings Festival

13° 9.3′ N · 61° 13.6′ W · approximate

A uniquely Vincentian Christmas tradition: on the nine mornings before Christmas, people get up at 4 am for concerts, cultural shows and games, ending with steel-band 'jump-ups'.

Practical

Coordinate is Kingstown (approx); events also run in rural communities. SVG Tourism says all early risers are welcome. The 'Nine Nights of Lights' runs in the Botanic Gardens over the same season.

Best for

A festive December stop on St Vincent

Season

Mid to late December