Gouyave is the capital and largest town in the parish of St John, Grenada.

[citation needed] The town of Gouyave, pronounced locally as Go-ov has played a pivotal role in the development and sustainance of Grenada's economy throughout its history.

Agriculture and fishing used to be the staple of Grenada's economy and the town of Gouyave was not only the center of the fisheries industry, but also the centerpoint of many of the most fertile and productive agriculture plantations on the island.

The plantations and farms surrounding the town of Gouyave produced many of these crops.

On 29 June, fishermen come from all over Grenada for competitive boat racing, entertainment, fish foods, and many other activities.