Ins & Outs of St. Vincent and the Grenadines - 2023

14 CALENDAROF EVENTS January Youlou Arts Foundation Art Show & Fundraiser Sale 10”x10” paintings - beautiful paintings by famous local artists, cost $150ea. For more info call (784) 457-4493 or email: youlouartcentre@gmail.com Full Moon Beach Party Great party atmosphere - music, dancing, light show, moonlight kitesurfing show, beach BBQ & drinks at the JT Pro Center, Kite Beach, Clifton Lagoon, Union Island. Visit kitesurfgrenadines.com for updates. 28th Annual Mustique Blues Festival 25th Jan. to 8th Feb. This popular event with daily live music promises to be another classic this year with excellent headline acts. For more information on lineup and other details email basil.charles47@gmail.com or basils@ vincysurf.com or call (784) 488-8511 ext 8407. To make a reservation for the event email reservations@basilsbar.com or call (784) 488-8350. basilsbar.com Bequia Music Fest 25th to 29th Jan. The Bequia Music Fest has become one of the hottest and coolest festivals in the region. Bequia is so small that you will be rubbing shoulders with all who attend the gigs. The venues are small, yet spacious enough for you to get a clear and intimate view of the performers. It’s all about bringing a diverse variety of music to the island, celebrating local to international sounds with day and evening sessions in a truly enchanting setting. So come groove with us at the most intimate and friendly music festival in the Caribbean ... Five magical days on the little island that rocks! Schedule: Wed. 25th: 6pm at De Reef: Jazz Vibes & Candlelight - dinner and concert. Thu. 26th: 9pm at Frangipani Hotel, Steel Band Music. Fri. 27th: 5pm at Bequia Plantation Hotel, Cocktail Jazz. Sat. 28th: 1pm at Bequia Plantation Hotel, Afternoon Jazz. Sat. 28th: 9pm at De Reef, Fete Night Sun. 29th: 2:30pm at De Reef, Rhythm & Blues. For further information on performers and musicians visit the website at bequiamusicfestival.com Instagram: bequiafestival email: musicfest@bequiatourism.com Tel: (784) 528-0272 February Youlou Arts Foundation Art Show & Fundraiser Sale 10”x10” paintings - beautiful paintings made by famous local artists, cost $150 each Sun. 12th Sip & Paint 3-6pm. For more info call (784) 457-4493 or email: youlouartcentre@gmail.com Full Moon Beach Party See January for more information Action Bequia Fundraising Gala & Party Sat. 18th at the Sail House, Bequia - free to supporters. Tickets and auction catalogue available from rroxactionbequia@gmail. com. For more info visit actionbequia.org . ‘Making a Big Difference in a Small Island’. Please help maintain the effort. Positive Vibes Festival Sat. 25th Celebrates the best of Bequia’s culture and talent, bringing together local legends, emerging musicians and first-time performers, dancers, drummers and poets. The annual Festival, since its inception in 2016, has been supported by community businesses and is the first of its kind to coach, nurture and present raw Bequia talent. For further details thehubsvg.com Primary School Performing Arts Festival From Mon. 6th For further details call (784) 451-2180. Union Island Conch Festival Visit FB and Instagram discoversvg.com Roots & Rhythm Festival (TBA) Visit discoversvg.com March Youlou Arts Foundation Sat. 4th Annual Women’s Show. Opening reception 5-8pm. Women artists are invited to display their work. For more info call (784) 457- 4493 or email: youlouartcentre@gmail.com Full Moon Beach Party See January for more information National Heroes & Heritage Month 14th is National Heroes Day Celebration Barrouallie Fish Fest (TBA) For more info contact the Barrouallie Fisheries Office at (784) 458-7883 or (784) 492-9902. Calendar of Events Full Moon Party, Union Island Photo: kitesurfgrenadines.com