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St. John isn't the place to go for glitter and all-night partying. Still, after-hours Cruz Bay can be a lively little town in which to dine, drink, dance, or flirt. Notices posted on the bulletin board outside the Connections telephone center—up the street from the ferry dock—or listings in the island's newspaper (Tradewinds) will keep you apprised of local events.
There's live toe-tapping tunes—from rock and reggae to blues and jazz—almost every night of the week in season starting at 8 pm at this lively venue. The beachfront stage, showing performances by local and visiting musicians, and the nearby bar serving burgers and frosty libations make this a perfect place to spend happy hour, watch the sunset, and jam into the night.
Folks like to gather here, a short walk from the ferry dock, where the sidewalk tables provide a close-up view of Cruz Bay action. There's live entertainment on weekends. American country music star Kenny Chesney sometimes stops by when he's on the island and sings a song or two.
