Discover the top summer events in Jamaica 2025.
1. Jamaica Carnival – Road March
Date: April 27, 2025
Location: Kingston (with satellite festivities in Montego Bay & Ocho Rios)
Kick-start the summer with an explosion of color, costume, and Caribbean rhythm. The Carnival Road March in Kingston features an electrifying street parade, calypso and dancehall tunes, ending in a grand gala at the National Stadium. Perfect for groups who love vibrant culture and high-energy experiences.
2. Grand Slam – Grand Slam Track Meet
Date: April 4–6, 2025
Location: Independence Park, Kingston
Athletics on the rise! The inaugural Kingston Slam brings top-tier track and field competition to Jamaica, featuring 96 athletes from around the world en.wikipedia.org. Ideal for sports fans seeking world-class action in a historic setting.
3. Brian McKnight & Dru Hill – Live & Direc
Date: June 28, 2025
Location: UWI Mona Lawns, Kingston
Mid-summer brings soulful nostalgia with an intimate outdoor concert under the stars. Expect romantic duets and smooth R&B vibes from Brian McKnight and Dru Hill visitjamaica.com. A serene yet celebratory night among friends or family.
4. MoBay FunFest – Music & Wellness
Date: June 26–29, 2025
Location: Montego Bay
A perfect fusion of beats and balance: DJ sets, live performers, beach yoga, wellness workshops and healthy eats reggaesumfest.com+4jamaicaobserver.com+4reggaesumfest.com+4visitjamaica.com+6visitjamaica.com+6isleblue.co+6. An awakening for the senses—ideal for groups seeking celebration with self-care.
5. AfroJam Jamaica
Date: June [26] – 29, 2025 (probably overlapping FunFest)
Location: Montego Bay
Celebrating Afrobeat, hip‑hop, dancehall and more—all woven into one vibrant festival . A cultural crossroads that’s ideal for adventurous music lovers.
6. Reggae Sumfest – The Big One
Dates: July 13–19, 2025
Location: Montego Bay (Catherine Hall complex & venues like Pier 1)
The crown jewel of Jamaica’s summer. A full week featuring:
- July 13: Family Fun Day – free fun‑fair and daytime vibes
- July 14: Street Dance – electric party on the Hip Strip
- July 15: All White Party at Pier 1 – upscale fashion and DJ-driven elegance
- July 16: Global Sound Clash – DJ battles shown in full swing
- July 17: Blitz/Rumfest – midday dance bash
- July 18–19: Main Concert Nights at Catherine Hall—one for dancehall, one for reggae, with headliners like Protoje, Vybz Kartel, Shenseea, Tarrus Riley and even Toni Braxton
A full immersion in Jamaican music and culture—Sumfest draws tens of thousands across two mega-concert nights
7. Best Weekend Ever / Dream Weekend
Dates: August 1–5, 2025
Location: Negril (Hip Strip)
Orchestrated across multiple themed nights (Soca Cooler, City of Gold breakfast, Pink fashion gala, and Bare-as-You-Dare finale) Ending summer with style, glam, and tropical fun. Ideal for friend groups looking for a high-energy beach escape.
8. Montego Bay Jerk & Food Festival
Date: August 1, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Location: Montego Bay
A fiery celebration of Jamaican cuisine. Expect smoky jerk pork, seafood, plant‑based variants, cook-offs, steel drums and dancehall fusion vibes. A must‑do for food-obsessed groups who like spice—and rhythm.8.
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✨ Summertime Highlights at a Glance
| Event | Dates | Location |
| Jamaica Carnival | April 27 | Kingston & more |
| Kingston Slam | April 4–6 | Kingston |
| Brian McKnight & Dru Hill | June 28 | Kingston |
| MoBay FunFest | June 26–29 | Montego Bay |
| AfroJam Jamaica | June 26–29 | Montego Bay |
| Reggae Sumfest | July 13–19 | Montego Bay |
| Best/Dream Weekend | August 1–5 | Negril |
| MB Jerk & Food Festival | August (TBA) | Montego Bay |
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