In celebration of its 75th anniversary, Antilles School is inviting the wider St. Thomas community to step outside, get moving, and spend the day together at the Antilles75 Hurricane Hustle 5k/2k Walk/Run & Family Fun Day, set for Saturday.
The day begins at 7 a.m. with the Hurricane Hustle — a 5k/2k walk and run designed less as a race and more as a shared wellness experience. Open to students, alumni, parents, faculty, and neighbors of all ages and abilities, the route will start on the Antilles campus and follow the scenic road toward Bolongo Bay, offering participants a chance to mark the school’s milestone in motion.
Race-day registration opens at 6:15 a.m., followed by a warm-up and announcements before the 7:15 start. Awards will be presented at 9:30 a.m., with prizes for top finishers and age-group winners. But organizers say the heart of the event lies in participation —showing up, moving together, and being part of something that spans generations.
As runners and walkers make their way back to campus, the focus shifts from miles to mingling. From 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., the Fishman Family Field will play host to a Family Fun Day that’s open to the entire community — whether or not you laced up your sneakers that morning.
The field will fill with music, food, and activity, creating a relaxed, festival-style atmosphere. Families can expect face painting, balloon art, temporary tattoos, giant games like Connect Four and chess, and classic field games including tug-of-war, sack races, and egg-and-spoon races. Younger guests can explore customized children’s activities hosted by the University of the Virgin Islands, while cultural educator Glen “Kwabena” Davis will lead storytelling sessions throughout the day.
There will also be interactive inflatables—including an inflatable axe-throwing attraction—a dunk tank featuring community “dunkees,” live music from a DJ, and a lineup of food trucks, local drink vendors, nonprofit organizations, and community partners offering everything from snacks to resources.
The Hurricane Hustle and Family Fun Day is a cornerstone event of Antilles School’s year-long 75th anniversary campaign, “Honoring Our Past. Inspiring Our Future.” Proceeds will support campus enhancements, athletic initiatives, arts and innovation programs, and tuition assistance — priorities that reflect the school’s commitment to educating the whole child within a connected community.
“For 75 years, Antilles has believed that education is about nurturing the whole child within a caring community,” Head of School Shannon Harris said. “This event offers a meaningful and joyful way to come together, celebrate wellness and connection, and invest in the resources that support our students.”
Antilles fifth-grade teacher, track and field, and cross country coach Connor MacKelvey, who helped organize the course, said the event reflects one of Antilles’ foundational values. “With community at the heart of who we are, this is a way to honor our past while inspiring the athletic future of not just our school, but our island,” he said.
The event is supported by sponsors including Comprehensive Orthopaedic Global, Perfected Claims, Partners 4 Kids, the U.S. Virgin Islands Health Department, Barefoot Buddha, and Gatorade, with additional opportunities available for sponsors, vendors, and volunteers.
Registration and full event details are available here.
Residents and businesses in the Frenchman’s Bay and Bolongo Bay areas should also plan for traffic impacts on Saturday during the Hurricane Hustle 5K & Fun Run and Family Fun Day. From 7:00 to 10:00 a.m., a partial road closure will be in effect along the route between Antilles School and Bolongo Bay, with one westbound lane closed toward Bolongo Bay and slow, controlled eastbound traffic toward Antilles; VIPD officers will be stationed along the route to manage traffic and ensure safety. Motorists are encouraged to plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and use caution, as more than 100 runners and walkers are expected on the roadway during the event.
