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Welcome to the 2023 Inaugural Celebration! The traditional ceremonies and events that mark the beginning of each gubernatorial term will take place across all Islands from January 2 through January 4, 2023, and you are invited. This will be a jubilee that welcomes all Virgin Islanders and their neighbors from across the globe to usher in an exciting future filled with hope and continued prosperity! Join us.
One Good Term Deserves Another
Governor Albert Bryan, Jr.
On November 8, 2022, Albert Bryan, Jr. won his bid for re-election as the ninth elected Governor of the Virgin Islands of the United States. The people of the territory voted with resounding confidence in Mr. Bryan and Lt. Governor Tregenza Roach’s abilities toward making the Virgin Islands stronger than ever. In his first term, Governor Bryan used his myriad experiences as an economist, entrepreneur, leader in government service, and change agent, to guide the Territory through inarguably some of the most challenging years in modern history and emerged with a healthy economy, a leading tourism product, and a reformed pension system that has brought welcomed relief to government retirees. There is still critical work to be done for the people of the Virgin Islands. Over the next four years this administration has pledged its commitment to continue to tackle infrastructure, energy, education, health care, and other priorities. Working in tandem with lawmakers and community leaders the work will be challenging, but the horizon remains bright.
Effective Servant Leadership
Lt. Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq.
Lt. Governor Tregenza A. Roach, Esq, who serves also as Commissioner of Insurance and Chair of the VI Banking Board has served the people of the territory well as senator, practicing attorney, author, and staunch advocate of education. In the past four years, Lt. Roach has seen his authored legislation for tuition-free admission for VI high school students into the University of the Virgin Islands come to fruition. Under his leadership, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor received full accreditation for the first time by the National Association of Insurance Commissioners, implemented a new billing and collections system that has revolutionized public access to real estate data, and finalized the contract for multi-million-dollar federal funding to complete the territory-wide street addressing initiative. Lt. Governor Roach’s foresight and leadership are invaluable to the progress of the Virgin Islands.
2023 Inauguration
As we prepare to begin our second term, Lt. Governor Roach and I humbly thank the people of the Virgin Islands for putting your trust in our leadership as we strive for continued economic, community, and political success. The all-island events of this Inauguration, from church services and parades to community receptions and the evening inaugural balls are free of cost. Tickets for the balls on each island are required for admission, with no exceptions. We invite you to reserve yours early through the Eventbrite portal below.
St. Thomas \ Jan 2
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Inaugural Mass (invite only)
Sts. Peter and Paul Cathedral
Charlotte Amalie | 8AM
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David Monsanto Bandstand
Emancipation Garden | 10:30AM
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Military Parade
Veterans Drive | 1PM
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Open House Reception
Fort Christian
Charlotte Amalie | 2PM
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Inaugural Ball
Yacht Haven Grande | 7PM
* Events subject to change
St. John \ Jan 3
* Events subject to change
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Post Inaugural Mass (invite only)
Our Lady of Mount Carmel
Catholic Church
Cruz Bay | 9AM
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Introduction of Governor
Frank Powell Sr. Park
Cruz Bay | 12:00PM
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Reception
Meada's Garden
Cruz Bay Park | 1PM
St. Croix \ Jan 4
* Events subject to change
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Post Inaugural Mass (invite only)
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church
Frederiksted | 9AM
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Military Parade
Downtown Frederiksted | 11AM
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Post Inaugural Ceremony
Buddhoe Park | 12PM
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Open House Reception
Arthur Abel Complex
Frederiksted | 2PM
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Inaugural Ball
Polo Grounds
Estate Cane Garden | 8PM
Tickets for Events
The 2023 Inaugural Balls on each Island are open to the public and free of charge, however, TICKETS ARE REQUIRED FOR ENTRY. Reserving your place at these exciting evening events is easy. Simply click the button for your Island, fill in the required fields, and receive all the information you need about each gala and where to pick up your free tickets. Space is limited, so please RSVP today. Let’s Gala!
