All around the tiny island of St. John, you will find locals and visitors gathering together in fun and friendship. Some of the most popular get-togethers include free entertainment at Open Mic Nights featuring outstanding local musicians. Whether you want to join in as a musical artist or just relax, sit back and enjoy the show at these St John Island restaurants, you are in for a good time!
Enjoy free entertainment by checking out Open Mic Nights at these St John Restaurants on your next stay!
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FREE ENTERTAINMENT ON THE WEST END: CRUZ BAY
The granddaddy of Open Mic Nights on St. John can be found at Sun Dog Café in Mongoose Junction. Every Sunday evening around 6pm locals and visitors gather in the Sun Dog Café courtyard location in Mongoose Junction. The host, Mark Wallace, leads the show and is joined by other local talent and visitors to present a wide variety of music. Anyone in the crowd who feels the urge to participate is welcome to join in. It’s not unheard of to catch a celebrity musician joining in for a song or two.
FREE ENTERTAINMENT ON THE EAST END: CORAL BAY
Open Mic Night was launched at Pickles in Paradise in Coral Bay by Michael Beason, a talented musician and long-time resident of St. John. The event, which begins at 4:30pm on Wednesday, brought Open Mic Night to the laid back side of the island. It has become a popular hump day event for locals and island visitors staying on the East side of the island.
FREE ENTERTAINMENT ON THE SOUTH SHORE: CONCORDIA
Also on the Coral Bay side of the island, one of the most popular island Open Mic Nights happens on Monday nights at Concordia Eco Resort. The action starts at 4:30 at this St John restaurant, but get there by 4:00 to get a table. Hosted by two popular local artists, Lauren Magnie and “Johnny B” Bullock, many other local musicians are regularly on hand. This is a high energy event with visiting musicians joining in on the fun.
FREE ENTERTAINMENT ON THE NORTH SHORE: CINNAMON BAY
The newest venue for Open Mic Night is at the Raintree Café at Cinnamon Bay Resort. Bo Magnie (the other half of the Bo & Lauren musical duo) joins Miss Ingrid, an amazing local vocalist, as the hosts of the event. The talent which this north shore venue for Open Mic Night is sure to introduce has locals on St John excited! Currently scheduled on Wednesday evening, this show begins at 5pm.
WHERE TO STAY
Finally, CimmaronStJohn vacation rentals are located near all Open Mic Night venues. Want to share your musical talent on St. John? Looking for some excellent fun and free entertainment on St. John? Then, be sure to add Open Mic Night to your St. John vacation schedule. You will not be disappointed!
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If you’re going on vacation to the Caribbean, the last thing you want is any built up tension to be stressing you out during your stay. The second you get off the plane, you will be ready to relax, with gorgeous views and sunshine already sinking into your pores. The salt, sand, and sea do wonders, but if you want some extra rejuvenation, experience a St John’s day Spa.
Pick Your Favourite St. John’s Spa
1. Caneel Bay Spa
You can choose from the massage center or a massage cabana at Caneel Bay Spa. The raindrop technique will provide lavish aromatherapy treatment with trickling essential oils, while Seashells by the Shore involves heated, gentle seashell skin exfoliation. Bamboo Grove is another favorite, using different sizes of warm bamboo to smooth any kinks. Wireless Relief is a modern massage that will focus on your back, neck, arms, and hands to target those muscles overused by computers and smartphones.
2. Massage St. John: Paradise Massage
Paradise Massage in Coral Bay is one of the premier St. John’s spas. With over 35 years of combined experience, these two masseuses offer a variety of treatments, including a trademark couples massage at your vacation villa. An aloe body wrap and hot stone therapy are also available, among other treatments. Start off your vacation with one of these relaxing massages to melt away the tension. You’re on island time now!
3. Crandall St. John Massage
From hot stones to ear candling, Crandall St. John Massage has you covered when it comes to providing ultimate relaxation. A Swedish massage is available with long, flowing strokes to reduce pain and joint stiffness, and aromatherapy includes essential oils, which improve with digestion, reduce pain, and help with sleeping habits. Warm river rocks will melt away your tension and improve circulation, while ear candling paired with a half-hour head massage will relieve ringing in your ears or any sinus pressure. Couples massages are also available for romantic rejuvenation.
4. Westin Spa
Enter a state of bliss at one of the top-rated St. John’s spas. The St. John Signature combines coconut oil to moisturize skin, aromatherapy to ease the mind, and island stones to relieve tension. Restore will provide a deep, strong massage to get rid of tightness and strain, Relaxation serves as a traditional Swedish massage with kneading and gliding, and Reflexology is based in Chinese medicine with a focus on foot massage.
5. Grapevine Salon & Spa
The Grapevine Salon & Spa provides a Swedish technique, balancing deep tissue, reflexology, and stretching to customize the massage to fit each person’s unique needs. After allowing your body to fully relax, you can enjoy an organic skin care facial or diamond peel to treat sun-damaged skin. This might be a great treatment after a week in the St. John sunshine!
6. Absolute Serenity
Krista Kremer of Absolute Serenity was born and raised on the island of St. John. She has worked before at some of the St. John’s spas on this list, such as Westin and Caneel Bay, but has pursued her passion individually. Packages include Beach Sensation, which includes an aloe wrap and oxygen facial for ultimate skin pampering. Body Booster revitalizes with a facial and reflexology, while Better Together includes side-by-side massages with a choice of aloe wrap, reflexology, or facial.
Get Your Massage On with CimmaronStJohn
Whether your desired St. John spa experience includes body wraps, facials, hydrotherapy, aromatherapy, massage, manicures, and pedicures, or all of the above in your villa or at the salon, CimmaronStJohn will make the arrangements for you. Appointments can be scheduled ahead of time by contacting our concierge service at guestservices@