CALENDAR OF EVENTS - St Mary`s College Alumni

CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JANUARY – DECEMBER 2016
PLEASE NOTE THAT EVENTS ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE …
Please note the colour code:
 Black
Confirmed Events
 Red
JTB Sponsored / Endorsed Event
 Blue
JTB /Jamaica Sport Sponsored
 Pink background
Event date (s) not yet determined or confirmed by Event Organizers / Producers
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Produced by:
Jamaica Tourist Board
Attractions, Cruise & Events (ACE) Department
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JANUARY 2016
DATE
January 2April 3
January 2
January 6
January 9February 22
DETAILS
BACCHANAL /JAMAICA CARNIVAL
Bacchanal Jamaica will be staging its annual carnival celebrations at Mas camp,
Stadium North in Kingston. The event is indeed a unique expression of our island
spirit and showcases to the world a carnival unique to Jamaica. The event will offer
over 8 weeks, twenty one high-energy, fun-filled events. The series kicks off on
January 2 and culminates with the usual Road March on the 3 rd April.
SHAGGY & FRIENDS CONCERT
This is an annual charity concert which raises funds for the Bustamante Children’s
Hospital in Jamaica. The ONLY children’s hospital in the region.
ACCOMPONG MAROON FESTIVAL
The Accompong Maroon Festival is a cultural event that celebrates over 200 years
since the signing of the peace treaty between Maroons and the British. This year’s
festival seeks to shine the spotlight on the life of the heroic Maroons through
singing, dancing, storytelling, cooking and more. This festival marks the victory of
the First Maroon War against the British in which they fought for their freedom, led
by their late hero Cudjoe.
JAMAICA JUNIOR THEATRE
The Jamaica Musical Theatre Company (JMTC) is a non-profit organization that
stages annual musical productions for children and adults in an effort to raise profits
for those less fortunate. JMTC is divided into two arms, Jamaica Junior Theatre
Company (JJT) which focuses on children and adolescent development and
empowerment and Jamaica Senior Theatre which is geared towards adults. The JJT
has successfully staged 29 musical productions raging from Broadway notables
such as The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and Phantom of the Opera to our
original scripted productions of Rockin Romeo, Fame and our recent hit Hercules!
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
Kingston
Mas Camp,
Stadium North
Tel: (876)-922-3840/
[email protected]
om
www.bacchanaljamaica.com
[email protected]
Kingston
www.shaggyfoundation.org
Accompong
Town,
St. Elizabeth
University of
the West
Indies, Mona
Kingston
info@jamaicamusicalth
eatre.com
http://www.jamaicamusicaltheatre.c
om
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January 14 – 16
ARTHUR WYLIE FOUNDATION CELEBRITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
Montego Bay
Tel: 800-376-4210
This will be a golf tournament and social discovery experience connecting decision
makers and influencers to a dynamic network of ideas, people and opportunities.
January 15 & 16
January 31
January 31 –
February 7
REBEL SALUTE
Rebel Salute is undeniably a masterpiece! What began as a show to commemorate
the January 15 birthday of reggae icon Patrick “Tony Rebel” Barrett has become a
staple on the live music events calendar. Rebel Salute treats patrons to a drug-free,
violence-free, alcohol-free and meat-free, family-oriented environment. Food
vendors serve a strict Jamaican vegetarian menu, which is complimented by a diet
of cultural roots rap from reggae’s finest. One can truly immerse themselves in
Jamaican culture here as authentic Jamaican arts and crafts are also on display and
for sale. Rebel Salute has captured the adoration of reggae lovers worldwide. Hailed
today as a spiritual renaissance, it has become the bedrock for the exposure and
celebration of Jamaican roots music.
Grizzley’s
Plantation
Cove
Organic HEART Group of Companies
Tel: 934-0827
Fax: (876) 765-2518
(Formerly
known as
Richmond
Estate),
St. Ann
Or
Patrick Barrett
aka ‘Tony Rebel’
JSP HIGH MOUNTAIN COFFEE 10K ROAD RACE
The annual race (Inaugurated 1983) staged by the Jamaica Standard Products
Company Limited is one of the largest and most challenging yet popular road races
in Jamaica.
It starts just above Windalco’s overhead bridge at Williamsfield, up the steeper parts
of the Winston Jones Highway, down the Kendal and Shooters Hill stretch and ends
at roundabout near the Kirkvine Windalco’s HQ. This is a race of strength, stamina
and endurance – by no means for the faint of heart!
Williamsfield
Manchester
Tel: (876)-963-4211 OR 963-4319
Fax: (876)-963-4309
JAMAICA JAZZ & BLUES FESTIVAL
The Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival is staged annually during the last week in
January ....the festival attracts more than 30K patrons from all over the world.
Global Superstar, Mariah Carey is the confirmed headline artiste for the
19th annual Jamaica Jazz & Blues Festival set for January 29 – 31, 2015, at the
Trelawny Stadium, Falmouth, Jamaica. This performance will mark her Caribbean
debut and is a major triumph for the world-renowned Festival’s presentation.
Ocho Rios
[email protected]
www.TheGlobalRenaissance.com
kirk@infinitipartnership
.com
www.becrazyandfearless.com
Jahyudah@rebelsalutej
amaica.com
www.rebelsaluteprod.com
[email protected]
m
rebelsaluteprod@yahoo
.com
[email protected]
www.highmountaincoffee10k.com
[email protected]
Touchstone Productions
Grizzley’s
Plantation
Cove, St. Ann
email:
touchstonen
[email protected]
www.jamaicajazzandblues.com
info@jamaicajazzandbl
ues.com
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January
(To be confirmed)
www.facebook.com/pages/ALLJamaica-POLO-Championships
ALL JAMAICA POLO TOURNAMENT
Caymanas,
A new and exciting Polo Tournament with all proceeds benefiting The Kingston
Polo Club and Friends of the Ward Charity. We are excited to change the way Polo
is perceived in Jamaica and helping to make Jamaica a top Polo destination in the
region!
St. Catherine
FEBRUARY
DATE
February 1-6
Weeklong
DETAILS
BOB MARLEY CELEBRATIONS
A long week of activities will take place throughout the island to celebrate the life
and achievements of legendary superstar the Rt. Hon. Robert Nesta 'Bob' Marley,
O.M. Activities in Jamaica usually vary from year to year. The celebrations
usually take the form of: a service at the Ethiopian Orthodox Church and
ceremonial laying of plaques at the Bob Marley Museum in Kingston, music
concert, symposiums, lectures, karaoke contests, fashion show, movies and
exhibitions. Many of the events take place at the Bob Marley Museum
(Check out their website for a breakout of all the activities.)
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
Marleyfoundation@c
wjamaica.com
www.bobmarley-foundation.com
Bob Marley Foundation
Che.campbell@gmail.
com
www.jariajamaica.com
Islandwide
Tel: (876) 978 2991/3
REGGAE MONTH CELEBRATIONS
February 1 – 28
(Month Long)
February 1-6
Kingston
This event has been organized since its inception in 2009 by the Jamaica Reggae
Industry Association (JaRIA). It is a celebration of Jamaica’s reggae music for the
entire month of February. The format of the celebration usually includes live
weekly concerts, lecture series, a reggae village at Ranny Williams Entertainment
Centre, an awards ceremony and so much more.
Please see their calendar for details relating to each activity:
www.jariajamaica.com.
BOB MARLEY BIRTHDAY BASH
This annual event presents a taste of authentic Jamaican culture through our music,
food and creative art expression. The event usual features popular international
reggae artistes.
Negril
MX3 Entertainment Limited
actionparknegril@gma
il.com
MX111
Entertainment
Centre
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February 5-7
(tbc)
February 6
February 13
February 15 (tbc)
NEXUS CARIBBEAN SUMMT
Nexus is a global movement of 2,000+ young people from over 70 countries
working to increase and improve philanthropy and impact investing by bridging
communities of wealth and social entrepreneurship. Founded in 2011, Nexus puts
the hope and promise of young people on the world stage by bringing leaders
together at Nexus Summits around the world for dialogue, education, and
collaborative problem-solving. Nexus already has "regional" groups in Asia,
Africa, Latin America & Europe.
Montego Bay
PINEAPPLE CUP RACE
This yacht race runs from Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Montego Bay, Jamaica. 811
nautical miles, a classic beat, reach and run sail boat race. Some 23 boats entered
last year’s event. The event has been hosted by Montego Bay Yacht club since its
inception in 1961.
Montego Bay
SUGAR CANE BALL
Round Hill has been a major supporter of the Hanover Charities with its annual
Sugar Cane Ball every February since 1957 when the charity was founded.
Hanover Charities plays a major role in the Parish and covers a wide range of
projects for its citizens from very young to old. Funds generated from the
weekend’s events will go towards the foundation’s several initiatives including
implementing programs aimed to strengthen reading and computer skills in
communities, funding soup kitchens and health clinics, supplying basic necessities
to the disabled and elderly and contributing scholarships to local deserving
students. The event sees over 340 participants including socialites, ambassadors,
celebrities, and business leaders from the United States, Europe and Jamaica and
raises an average of nearly US$200,000 for the Hanover Charities annually.
RAINFOREST SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
An annual seafood and music festival that celebrates the best in Jamaican seafood,
music and community and raises funds for the charitable organization “We Care for
Cornwall Regional Hospital”.
[email protected]
om
www.thermpgroup
zharding@phoenixgro
wth.com
Tel: (876)-979-8038
evelyn@montegobayr
ace.com
www.pineapplecuprace.com
www.montegobayraces.com
Round Hill
Resort,
Montego Bay
Tel: (876) 956-7050/5
Or (876) 940-2237
Omar@roundhilljamai
ca.com
www.roundhilljamaica.com
rlyn@rainforestseafoo
ds.com
www.rainforestseafoods.com
1-800-972-2159
Montego Bay
Tel: (876)-920-3148
Tel: (876)- 953-6688
Catherine Hall
Entertainment
Centre
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February 27-28
February 16-22
February 21-22 (tbc)
February 21
FI WI SINTING
Fi Wi Sinting is where Jamaicans from all walks of life meet , greet and mingle
with visitors/tourists in a family setting while indulging in Fi Wi Sinting the
Jamaican phrase meaning’ It is ours”. Dine on traditional food such as dukonoo
brought from Ghana, sweet potato puddings, fried fish and bammy or vegetarian
from raw to ital... The spoken word is expressed through stories in an open mike
segment where participants are free to express themselves
JAMAICA FAT TYRE FESTIVAL
This is a 7 day mountain biking event designed to highlight Jamaica’s vibrant
culture, unique geography and great riding! The event, has sparked serious interest
on several major biking blogs online and some of the top biking magazines, making
Jamaica a potential contender as a great mountain biking destination. It has also
featured some of the world’s top mountain bikers – Cam McCaul, Kyle Ebbett,
Kathy Strand, and Katie Holden among others.
Tel: (876) 913-0103
Portland
Somerset Falls,
St. Mary /
Ocho Rios
Oracabessa Foundation
PO Box 38
Oracabessa St. Mary
[email protected]
www.fiwisinting.com
obessafndn.island@cw
jamaica.com
www.islandoutpost.com/foundation/_
island_sports_trust/
bombrushrecords@gm
ail.com
www.bombrushrecords.com
jomi_spencer@sagicor
.com or
alysia_white@sagicor.
com
www.sagicorjamaica.com
Tel #: (876) 975-3393
BLUE MOUNTAIN MUSIC FESTIVAL
BMMF is a premier music festival held annually in the Blue Mountains of Jamaica.
The two-day event offers patrons an incomparable experience where music meets
food, art, craft and nature all in the most celebrated mountains of Jamaica…the
Blue Mountains. It attracts visitors who want clean, family oriented Reggae with a
camping component. In addition to promoting Reggae and other music and
entertainment, this festival will promote the Blue and John Crow Mountains
National Park (nominated World Heritage Site) as a tourism destination.
Kingston
Hollywell Park
SAGICOR SIGMA CORPORATE RUN
The Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run is a unique road-running event designed to
inspire fun, fitness and camaraderie among Jamaica’s business community. The
morning kicks off at 7:30 a.m. more than 15,000 walkers, runners and wheelchair
participants comprising of companies, groups and individuals will participate in
what has become an annual tradition and undisputedly the Caribbean’s largest road
race.
Sagicor Sigma Corporate Run is a 5.5 Kilometer (3.4 Mile) fun run that is open to
participants of all fitness levels. The event starts at Emancipation Park in New
Kingston and culminates in a post-run celebration featuring an awards ceremony.
Kingston
Bombrush Muzic
Tel: (876)-936-7582
Fax: (876)-960-1728
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February 27-28 (tbc)
ONENESS REGGAE FEST
The 'Oneness Reggae Fest’ is a two-day festival to be held in Black History &
Reggae Month on February 21 & 22, 2014, at Rio Nuevo Village, Ocho Rios.
The objective of this event is to promote peace, love and unity through positive and
spiritual vibrations.
The festival seeks to reintroduce and reconnect some of the veteran roots rock
reggae artistes that fans have been longing to see and hear whilst sharing the same
stage with some of the younger generations of artistes.
Ocho Rios
www.onenessreggaefest.com
Signature Music Group / Kingston 5 Productions
kingston5productio
[email protected]
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
[email protected]
www.ststravel.com
Negril
Student Travel Services
Tel: (410) 787-9500
Fax: (410) 787-9580
frandan@cwjamaic
a.com
Website: www.runningeventsja.com
rjycmanager@flowj
a.com
www.rjyc.org.jm
MARCH
DATE
DETAILS
March
(to be confirmed)
JAMFEST SPRING BREAK CONCERT SERIES
JAMFEST concert series will rock the resort of Negril during the Spring Break
yet again. It will be one of the main events each week in Jamaica featuring top
local and international artists. During the day visitors are encouraged to go and
check out the adventures of Negril, namely, cliff jumping, waterfall climbing,
island picnicking, sunset sailing, beach parties, watersports or just relax on the
beach and soak up the sun....the options are endless.
March 6
EVERYONE’S A WINNER BEST DRESSED CHICKEN 5K & 7K RUN
The series features three road races all set to commence at 7am and will
take the same route, with the starting and finishing points being Hope
Botanical Gardens. Prizes will be presented to males and females in varied
age groups.
Hope Gardens
Kingston
THE ROYAL JAMAICA YACHT CLUB SPRING TOURNAMENT
This is known to be one of the most exciting fishing invitational tournaments in
the island’s capital - Kingston.
Outside of this event, the Club is very active in sailing, with races on weekends
in the protected waters of Kingston Harbour.
Two Regattas are held during the year, one at the end of January/early February
and the other over the first weekend of August, when we celebrate our
Independence. The Club and its members are represented internationally by the
Jamaica Yachting Association
Kingston
March
(to be confirmed)
Running Events Limited
87-89 Tower Street
Kingston
Phone: (876) 967-4903
Fax: (876) 922-0155
Royal Jamaica Yacht Club
Norman Manley
Int'l Airport P.O. Palisadoes Park, Kingston,
Tel: (876) 924-8685 or
Tel: (876) 924-8686
Tel: (876)-715-6044
[email protected]
m
Fax: (876) 924-8773
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BRIT JAM
March 9-15
This event claims to be the Ultimate Party Holiday delivering 6 days and 7 nights
of non-stop party action in the tourist capital of Montego Bay. The concept is
based on infusing British and American Culture with Jamaican Culture while
providing an adventurous and fun filled party atmosphere with familiar faces.
The event invites popular UK, US and Jamaican DJ’s and artists to showcase
their talents during the entire week. Britjam will include a series of beach, pool
& themed parties, concert, road trips and so much more.
BritJam Entertainment & Attractions
info@officialbritjam
.com
Caribbean Transmedia Ltd
Marka.tracey@gmai
l.com
JHTA – Kingston
Tel: (876)-926-3635/6
[email protected]
m
Montego Bay
www.officialbritjam.com
PARADISE LOST
March 10-12
This event will be a 3 day electronic dance music festival. It will showcase some
of the world’s top EDM dj’s and performances by our local Jamaican artists.
The promoters have promised an experience like no other. Jamaica is the
birthplace of electronic dance music via the dub music which was invented in
Kingston Jamaica by the late great King Tubby and King Jammy. ‘Paradise Lost
‘plans to bring the focus on Jamaica and is ready to host party enthusiasts from
around the world at this event.
Ocho Rios
Grizzley’s
Plantation Cove
KINGSTON CITY RUN
March 13
March 14-20
The Kingston City Run includes a ½ Marathon, 10k and 5k Run/Walk. It is an
annual event with a mission to raise awareness and money to support sustainable
programmes for the homeless population in the City.
VENUS INVITATIONAL (VOLLEYBALL) TOURNAMENT
This event is hosted by the Venus Volleyball Club annually to help the National
Association promote the growth of the sport in Jamaica. It is a notable fixture on
the Jamaica Volleyball Calendar and is sanctioned by the Jamaica Volleyball
Association (Java) and the Caribbean Zonal Volleyball Association (CAZOVA).
This year’s tournament will feature a volleyball clinic for schools Monday –
Thursday. The tournament will feature several overseas teams who will be
competing with Jamaica’s top male and female teams.
Kingston
www.jhta.org
www.kingstoncityrun.com
University of
Technology,
Jamaica
venusvolleyball@g
mail.com
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JAM AVANT-GARDE FASHION FACE WEEKEND
March 19
March 15-19
(tbc)
March 25 – 28
(tbc)
March 26
Saint International’s enviable position as the Caribbean’s leading model
agency(see www.saintmodels.com), and the highest number of working models
on the international fashion circuit, leading agents are always interested in
attending this prestigious event to discover new model talent-proverbially
fashion’s next big star. This augurs well for city Kingston being positioned as a
fashion/lifestyle destination.
ISSA BOYS & GIRLS CHAMPIONSHIP
The Inter-secondary School Sports Association (ISSA) features competitions for
girls and boys under 19 in 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, 3000m (girls
only), 5000m, 4 x100m, 4 x400m and medley relays, hurdles – 110, 100m, 70m
(girls only), high/long/triple jump, pole vault, discus, shotput and javelin and the
heptathlon. This is a very intense and exciting 4 days of championships.
MONTEGO BAY YACHT CLUB EASTER REGATTA
This Easter Regatta is a feast of maritime activity in the beautiful surroundings of
Montego Bay. The first leg of the event is a race to Mosquito Cove, marking the
start of the races in various classes held over the Easter weekend.
EARTH HOUR CONCERT
What started out as a national event in Australia in 2007 is now an international
campaign inspiring millions of people across the globe to switch off all lights for
an hour to show concern and raise awareness about environmental issues facing
the planet in a bid to incite action against climate change. Jamaicansmusic CEO,
Alex Morrissey has joined forces with global activists to support a free Earth
Hour concert to also inspire Jamaicans and visitors to our city to take action
against climate change….
Kingston
Saint International
saintinternational@g
mail.com
Inter-Secondary School Sports Association (ISSA)
www.saintmodels.com
www.issasports.com
Kingston
National Stadium
Montego Bay
Tel: (876) 969-5776
Tel: (876) 905-4191
The Montego Bay Yacht Club
mbyc@cwjamaica
.com
Tel: 979-8038Fax: (876)-979-8262
Jamaicansmusic Inc.
Kingston
alex@jamaicansm
usic.com
www.jamaicansmusic.com
Ranny Williams
Entertainment
Centre
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APRIL
DATE
April 4
April 6
April 6
(Easter Monday)
tbc
April 14
DETAILS
ACTOR BOY AWARDS
The International Theatre Institute (ITI) Jamaica Centre Actor Boy Awards is the
longest and most consistent award presented for Theatre Arts in the Caribbean.
Approximately 20 Actor Boy Awards are presented each year in categories ranging
from Special Effects, Lighting Design, Set Design, Costume Design, Musical,
Original Score, Original Song, Choreography, to awards for Children’s Theatre,
Comedy, Drama, New Jamaican Play (for the script), Actor and Actress in a
Supporting Role, Actor and Actress in a Lead Role, Directing, and Production.
CARNIVAL OF SPEED
The Jamaica Race Drivers Club was formed in 2003 to organize and promote
motorcar racing, primarily at the Dover Raceway. The club has 80 active members.
Events are held on holiday weekends primarily Easter Monday, Labour Day,
Independence Day and Heroes Day.
JAMAICA INTERNATIONAL KITE FESTIVAL
The Jamaica International Kite Festival is a one of a kind event that has as its nexus
in the long held tradition of Kite design, making and flying. The event was until
2010 staged at the Seville Great House but outgrew that venue. The festival has also
drawn attention from international kiting organizations and is a part of the
international calendar.
The American Kiting Association, Canadian Kiting Federation and the West Indian
Kite Association have all attended and are impressed with what is being offered.
The festival is rounded off with an international styled concert
EXPO JAMAICA
Jamaica’s premier Trade Expo will showcase the world class quality products
and services that Jamaica has to offer. This expo is usually organized by the
Jamaica Manufacturers Association (JMA) and the Jamaica Exporter’s
Association (JEA).
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
Little Theatre
Tel: (876) 926-6129
[email protected]
www.Actorboyawards.com
Dover Raceway,
St. Ann
Jamaica Racers Drivers Club
Tel: (876)-758- 5732
[email protected]
http://www.jrdc.org/
Richmond
St. Ann
Grove Broadcasting Co.
IRIE FM
[email protected]
Little Theatre,
Kingston
Tel: (876) 974-6810
Tel: (876)-978-7755
[email protected]
www.expojamaica.com.jm
Kingston
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CARIBBEAN GOLF ASSOCIATION CLASSIC
Montego Bay
April 20-24
The CGA Classic will include persons from the Caribbean and North America.
The world class golf courses provide a breath-taking backdrop to 4 days of
exciting golf.
April 19-24
TENNIS EVENTS IN JAMAICA
This is the largest Seniors Tennis event in the Caribbean. Attracting overseas
players. Jamaica ITF Senior Championships (April 21-26) Wimbledon Champion
Marion Bartoli will be part of the week and playing an exhibition on April 24th.
Beach Tennis will also be introduced. 50 locals are expected to be in attendance
along with 150 overseas attendees.
April 24
WESTMORELAND CURRY FESTIVAL
Curry has long been a favourite in many Jamaican households. It is a legacy from
the Indian communities within our shores. Westmoreland has a large Indian
population. The success of this festival has attracted not only Jamaicans but our
neighbours from other Caribbean Islands, the USA and Europe. It is said to be the
largest food festival of its kind in this hemisphere.
April 30
JAKE’S TREASURE BEACH OFF ROAD TRIATHLON
Exciting yet challenging Triathlon. It is the biggest event in the small fishing
community of Treasure beach and draws an enthusiastic and vocal crowd. This
event, which is hosted by the world-renowned hotel, Jake's, attracts top off-road
racers and enthusiasts from Jamaica, the Caribbean and around the world. It
features a 500 meter ocean swim, a 25K (13.7M) mountain bike and a 7K (4.3M)
country run.
Jamaica Golf Association
152 Constant Spring Road
Kingston 8
Tel: (876)-632-9445
Fax: (876) -632-9442
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
www.jamaicatennis.ca
Tel: (876)-995-2896
[email protected]
www.curryfestival.net/
Tel: (876) 965 3000
[email protected]
www.jakeshotelcom/triathlon2015
Montego Bay
Savanna-La-Mar,
Westmoreland
Treasure Beach,
St. Elizabeth
Tel: (876) 965 0635 OR 876965 3185
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April 30
INTERNATIONAL JAZZ DAY
In November 2011, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Organization (UNESCO) officially designated April 30 as International Jazz Day in
order to highlight jazz and its diplomatic role of uniting people in all corners of the
globe. The Institute is the lead non-profit organization charged with planning,
promoting and producing this annual celebration.
International Jazz Day brings together communities, schools, artists, historians,
academics, and jazz enthusiasts all over the world to celebrate and learn about jazz
and its roots, future and impact; raise awareness of the need for intercultural
dialogue and mutual understanding; and reinforce international cooperation and
communication.
Each year on April 30, this international art form is recognized for promoting peace,
dialogue among cultures, diversity, and respect for human rights and human dignity;
eradicating discrimination; promoting freedom of expression; fostering gender
equality; and reinforcing the role of youth in enacting social change.
Edna Manley
College, Kingston
www.emc.edu
http://jazzday.com/
EMAIL
WEBSITE
[email protected]
www.thebusinessofsport.org
[email protected]
www.mobaycityrun.com
MAY
DATE
DETAILS
VENUE
May 1-2
THE BUSINESS OF SPORT
This is a two-day conference to encourage people in and those
who plan to become a part of the multi-billion dollar industry to
understand the key areas of sport management which can be of
economic value, be a career option and serve to enhance the
sport industry in Jamaica. Some of the topics to be discussed
will give participants an opportunity to get a clearer picture from
the experts who will be presenting. Carole Beckford &
Associates along with partners Samuda and Johnson (Strategic
Corporate Interventions) have partnered to host this international
event aimed at promoting Jamaica as a sporting destination.
MOBAY CITY RUN
Kingston
The annual staging of this Run will consist of a 5K Run/Walk
and a 10k Run. The aim of the Run is to provide funding and
scholarships to needy students from western Jamaica to access
tertiary education. The inaugural staging was quite successful
with over 2,000 persons participating.
Montego Bay
(tbc)
May 1
CONTACT
Tel: 754-5637
[email protected]
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May 9 (tbc)
JAMAICA INTERNATIONAL INVITATIONAL
ATHLETIC MEET
“International Invitation Race Meet” to feature some of the best
international and local athletes at the National Stadium in
Kingston, Jamaica.
National Stadium,
Kingston
May 20-23
ATLANTIC BEACH RUGBY FESTIVAL
Four day international beach rugby festival including
training clinics, tournaments, and after-parties on the
beach. Money raised from the festival goes towards
supporting local inner-city charities and the #RugbyAgainst
Violence scholarship fund.
TBC
PUMA FORTIS 5K
Charity road race around Kingston. This year the event aims to
raise over $5million for Kingston College and the wider
community.
Kingston
May 22
May 23
May 25-29
NATIONAL LABOUR DAY CONCERT
Annual concert held at the Waterfront starting at 8pm
Show usually features some of Jamaica’s best international
reggae artiste and cultural ambassadors.
STYLE WEEK JAMAICA/FASHIONBLOCK
Saint International has revolutionized the scouting, development
and worldwide placement of Jamaican models. This year Saint
will stage another super chic ‘Style Week Jamaica’. Style Week
Jamaica and the blockbuster, internationally acclaimed FashionBlock has become a major event on the Jamaican
entertainment/fashion calendar.
The 5-day extravaganza with its multiple after parties, VIP
cocktail receptions, seminars, supermodels and glamorous
runway shows, appeal to the die-hearted fashionistas from
around the world.
Athletics Admin Association
Tel: (876) 978-7102/ 978-9983
Fax: (876) 946-0003
[email protected]
www.trackandfieldja.com
Website: www.aim2impact.com
Downtown,
Kingston
Kingston
Running Events Limited
87-89 Tower Street
Kingston
Phone: (876) 967-4903
Fax: (876) 922-0155
[email protected]
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission
Tel:926-5726
Saint International
Tel/Fax: (876)-969-9645/3829
Website: www.runningeventsja.com
http://jcdc.gov.jm/
[email protected]
www.saintmodels.com
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ONE WORLD SKA & ROCKSTEADY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Email: [email protected]
May 28 - 29
Event conceptualized to promote Kingston as the birthplace of
Jamaica’s popular music industry. The festival will be an
annual event targeting the vast fan base of Ska music in
particular plus Rocksteady music lovers around the world. It is
estimated that there are well over 1,600 ska bands operating
worldwide and it is the promoters hope that some of these bands
will want to come to Jamaica to perform at the birthplace of Ska
music.
Kingston
Sabina Park
Tel:(876) 965-3076
TWO SEASONS TALKING TREES LITERARY FIESTA
May 23
(tbc)
May 26 –
June 5
This will be the 4th staging of tis event in reassure Beach, St.
Elizabeth. Patrons will be treated t a day of reading from
established and emerging writers and poets. Second hand books
will be on sale. There will also be a Farmer’s Market on site.
Email:[email protected]
www.
Email: [email protected]
www.ochoriosjazz.com
[email protected]
www.ilovecbgroups.com
www.mycbgroup.com
Treasure Beach,
St.Elizabeth
OCHO RIOS INT’L JAZZ FESTIVAL
Kingston
The annual Jamaica International Ocho Rios Jazz festival has
developed and established itself as a vehicle for showcasing
international and Caribbean musicians and artistes.
2015
marked the 25th Anniversary of this event.
PAN X COMPETITION
May - Nov.
(tbc)
Sounds & Pressure Foundation Ltd
The CB Pan Chicken Championship series usually includes 3
regional competitions. These are staged in Kingston, Montego
Bay & Clarendon and which culminates in the historic
downtown Kingston area with a family friendly cooking
extravaganza. The event will showcase original recipes,
innovative techniques and the remarkable talents of pan chicken
vendors from across the island.
Kingston
Montego Bay &
Clarendon
Pan Chicken Championship Series
Tel: (876) 924-6000 ext 232
Fax: (876) 924-0144
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JUNE
DATE
June 3 – 5
June 3 – 5
June5
DETAILS
VENUE
CONTACT
CALABASH LITERARY FESTIVAL
The Calabash Literary Festival was founded in 2001 by
novelist Colin Channer with the support of two friends, the poet
Kwame Dawes and the producer, Justine Henzell. Their aim
was simple - to create a world class literary festival with roots
in Jamaica and branches reaching out into the wider world.
This they have certainly achieved.
South Coast
Jakes
Tel: (876)- 965-3000
SWEATFEST
A 3- day weekend in Montego Bay to celebrate Keith Sweat’s
anniversary in the music business. The event will be advertised
primarily through Keith Sweat’s syndicated radio programme
which is currently aired from 7 – 12pm on Fridays. Programme
syndicated to some 59 stations nationwide (USA). Last year’s
programme included: A comedy roast/dinner; a concert and a
beach party/album release session.
Performing artistes included: Teddy Riley, Dru Hill,
Genuwine, Joe, 112, SWV, Beenie Man just to name a few.
TRU-JUICE CROSS COUNTRY 5K
This event takes you off-the-road and on-the-farm for a
day of fun and competition for runners, walkers and
mountain bikers. Held in Bog Walk, St. Catherine, the 5K
Run & Walk plus a 20K race for bikers, features MyLaps®
chip timing, country hospitality and post-race activities
including tastings, refreshments and a dip in the farm’s
pristine river!
Montego Bay
Bog Walk, St
Catherine
EMAIL
WEBSITE
[email protected]
www.calabashfestival.org
KDS Entertainment Ltd
Or
[email protected]
www.keithsweat.com
Junior Taylor
& Damian Clarke
[email protected]
Running Events Limited
87-89 Tower Street
Kingston
Phone: (876) 967-4903
Fax: (876) 922-0155
[email protected]
Website: www.runningeventsja.com
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June 6-15
(tbc)
June 11
June 19-28
June 21- July 26
(tbc)
CARIBBEAN FASHION WEEK
CFW will be celebrating its 15th Anniversary this year and 2015
is also the 35th Anniversary of Pulse Investment Limited.
Kingston, Jamaica will come alive this
June 6-19 as the city is completely immersed in fashion. Not
only will the work of the region’s best designers be on show,
but everything from the food we eat, the holistic care of the
mind and body, what we wear, how we live and how we rock
our style, will be reflected in this year’s CFW, as the event
focuses on Total Fashion Event launched on May 12th at Villa
Ronai.
RACERS GRAND PRIX, JAMAICA
First staging of this international track and field meet organized
by Usain Bolt’s track club, Racers Track Club Ltd. This
athletic event seeks to bring some of the world’s most
compelling athletes to the destination and will certainly whet
the track and field appetite for the fans during the Diamond
League serie4s and leading up to Rio Olympics.
KINGSTON ON THE EDGE URBAN ART FESTIVAL
KOTE Urban Art Festival is an annual 9-day studio and
performing art festival that began in 2007. It is a multiple venue
summer festival held throughout Kingston City. The
overarching objective of this event is to develop and harness the
incredible artistic potential of Jamaica whilst showcasing
Kingston as the cultural capital of the English speaking
Caribbean.
CPL T20
National Arena
Kingston
Pulse Investments Limited
Tel: (876) 960-0049 /
(876)- 276-5790
National Stadium,
Kingston
Racers Track Club Ltd
3 Port-of-Spain Drive, UWI Mona,
Kingston 7, Jamaica
Tel: (876) 970-4854
Kingston
KOTE Organizing Committee
Tel: (876) 919-2736
Sabina Park,
Kingston
[email protected]
www.caribbeanfashionweek.com
Email: [email protected]
[email protected]
www.kingstonontheedge.org
http://cplt20.com/
Email: [email protected]
The Caribbean Premier League is an annual Twenty20 cricket
tournament held in the Caribbean. It was created in 2013 and
replaced the Caribbean Twenty20 as the premier Twenty20
competition. The participating teams include: Jamaica
Tallawahs, Barbados Tridents, Trinidad Red Steel, Guyana
Amazon Warriors, Antigua Hawksbills, the St. Kitts Patriots
and the St. Lucia Zouks
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June – December
(tbc)
KINGSTON KITCHEN
Kingston Kitchen is an artisan open-air food court and food
market series that highlights the local culinary talents of
Jamaica, as well as offers a wonderful family day out. The
general idea is to integrate local chefs, restaurateurs, foodmakers, caterers, shoppers, foodies, and families in a culinary
destination, creating an environment that shows Jamaicans that
they can eat affordably, exciting, local and fresh.
Hope Gardens,
Kingston
June 21
Portland Bight Green Run 7.5KM Run/Walk
Clarendon
[email protected]
www.kingstonkitchenja.com
http://www.ccam.org.jm/
[email protected]
Fusion Consulting Limited
Tel: (876) 927 5953
[email protected]
www.missjamaicaworld.com
Tel: 954-752-2758
[email protected]
www.rujohnfoundation.com
The Green Run is the only event of its kind on Jamaica’s South
Coast celebrating the Earth and Jamaica’s Natural Resources. It
is extremely important for us as Jamaicans to show support for
Protected Areas as they are vital in the preservation of our
fragile natural resources. The Portland Bight Protected Area
spans 1,876 sq.km (land and sea) and contains many of
Jamaica’s endemic species some of which are endangered.
June 21- Dec 31
(tbc)
MISS JAMAICA WORLD
Miss Jamaica World Pageant will visits to various attractions;
appearances at Sumfest, The grand Independence Gala, the
National Senior Track & Field Championships, hosting of a
Catamaran Cruise; hosting of a Family Day plus several other
activities. The Pageant will also include the hosting of the
Elimination Shows in Kingston and the Grand Coronation
Show in Montego Bay. The successful queen will represent
Jamaica at the Miss World Pageant which is viewed by over 1
billion persons around the globe.
Kingston
RUJOHN FOUNDATION CELEBRITY SPORTS CAMP
June 22-28
Montego Bay
The RuJohn Foundation will again undertake to provide support
to Jamaicans by way of staging the ‘Jamaica Outreach Service
& Celebrity Sports Camp’
The series of events will be hosted by popular NFL and NBA
players along with NBA Cheerleaders.
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Some of the confirmed guests who participated last year
included:
Andray Blatche, Jussie Smollett (aka Jamal Lyons on Empire),
Bryshere Gray (aka Hakeem Lyon on Empire), Raven Symone,
Lance Gross, Darius Butler, Robert Ri’chard, Tika Sumpter,
Amber Riley, Keith Carlos, Jaleel White ( aka Steve Urkel),
Aisha Hinds, LaMorne Morris, Kellee Stewart, DeStorm
Power, Bresha Webb, Sam Jones III, Sebastian Telfair, Iman
Crosson, Tony Carter, Ronald Moore, Siobhan St. John,
Toddrick Verdell, Amanda Robinson , Robert Hallback,
Some 450 Jamaican students benefited from this foundation.
JAMAICA SENIOR TRIALS
June 25-28
This is trials for our Jamaica track and field athletes to vie for a
spot on Team Jamaica for upcoming world events including
PanAm, World Championships and NACAC.
October (tbc)
ALL JAMAICA GRILL OFF
The annual All Jamaica Grill Off competition scheduled for
Hope Botanical Gardens in Kingston. The AJG has evolved
into a new, dimensional format, designed to attract Jamaica’s
best recreational and professional grilling chefs for an
elimination-style, winner takes-all competition to determine not
only Jamaica’s King/Queen of the Grill, but also who will
represent Jamaica at the American Royal Association’s Annual
World Series of BBQ in October.
It usually features a fully equipped, supervised ‘kiddies’ village
and games area, face painting, balloon vending, pony rides,
bounce-a-bouts among other family-oriented activities.
Kingston
Kingston
[email protected]
JULY
DATE
DETAILS
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
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Jamaica Arts holdings ltd.
July 1
July 3
July – August
(tbc)
(Wednesdays –
Sundays)
INTERNATIONAL REGGAE DAY
This will be a 24 hour celebration of global reggae culture
observed on July 1. Event to have a global media reach hosted
in Kingston. The objective is to celebrate the best of Jamaican
creativity and is global impact using the power of music, media
and communication technology to unite nations.
PORTLAND JERK FESTIVAL
The Portland Jerk Festival is the largest annual jerk and food
festival in Jamaica which has been a major calendar event for
the past 14 years. The event is staged at the heritage site at
Folly Estate in Portland. The event takes place from 11am thru
to 11pm and includes live wholesome family entertainment.
NATIONAL DANCE THEATRE COMPANY (NDTC)
SEASON OF DANCE
NDTC is Jamaica’s internationally celebrated dance company
with creative dancing exploring traditional and modern forms.
As in former years, both new as well as remounted dance works
will be presented, and the NDTC singers will perform
ensembles from the Caribbean as well as African suite of songs
from central Africa and its west coastal states, in recognition of
the UN proclamation of 2011 as the International Year for
People of African descent. The e season of dance will feature
works produced by the company’s late co-founder, artistic
director and moving spirit, Professor Rex Nettleford
Kingston
[email protected]
www.ireggaeday.com
[email protected]
www.portlandjerkfestival.com
Tel/Fax: (876).622.5986
US Tel: 954.944.9425
Folly Oval,
Portland
Little Theatre,
Kingston
The Little Theatre, Kingston
Tel: (876) 926 6129
[email protected]
National Dance Theatre Centre
Mrs. Bridget Spaulding
#926-4553-5
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HI PRO LOW/HIGH GOAL POLO TOURNAMENT
July 18 – August 2
(Tuesday,
Thursday &
Saturday)
St. Ann
Tel: (876) 952 4370
[email protected]
Kingston, UTech
Jamaica Amateur Bodybuilding & Fitness
Association
[email protected]
The St. Ann Polo Club will be the host another exciting series
of Polo Tournament at the St. Ann Polo Club. Polo matches
will take place from and culminate the first weekend in August
with “Last Fling” blowout event.
(tbc)
July
(TBC)
July 10
JABBFA NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP & FITNESS
EXPO
The JABBFA is the recognized federation in Jamaica which
showcases the sports of bodybuilding, fitness and figure (body
fitness). By competing at national level events, athletes contend
for prizes and trophies and a position as a member of Team
Jamaica, to compete at regional and international Amateur
Bodybuilding Championships.
LITTLE OCHI SEAFOOD CARNIVAL
This is an annual event staged at the famous attracts the entire
community, Jamaicans from all across the island plus overseas
visitors. The event will feature a wide array of seafood dishes
and will culminate after a day of fun with a carnival type
concert and party on the beach. The event usual attracts over
10,000 patrons.
Tel: (876) 610-9692
Alligator Pond,
Manchester
www.littleochie.com
[email protected]`
REGGAE SUMFEST
July 17 - 23
Reggae Sumfest is Jamaica’s only weeklong festival dedicated
to showcasing our island’s indigenous reggae music while also
promoting Jamaica as a prime summer destination. Reggae
Sumfest is now widely regarded as one of the world’s premier
reggae event and attracts visitors and media from all across the
glove. The 2016 festival will mark the 24rd annual staging of
this event.
Catherine Hall,
Montego Bay
Executive Director
Summerfest Productions
Tel: (876) 953-2933
Fax: (876) 953-8295
or
[email protected]
www.reggaesumfest.com
Tina Davis
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www.jamsurfas.webs.com
MAKKA PRO SURF CONTEST
July 19-26
(tbc)
July 28 August 1
St. Thomas
Jamaica Surfing Association
Tel: (876) 750-0103
Negril
Dream Entertainment Ltd.
Office:876-631-6623 Fax: 876-631-6561
This anticipated surfing event brings together regional and
professional surfers who compete for the contest prize and the
ratings they can earn from the presence and interest of the
growing number of local spectators and supporters. This
Caribbean Challenge Cup series event will also be hosted in
Trinidad and Barbados. Through the partnership with Jamaica
Surfing Association, Caribbean Surf Network and Western
Atlantic Pro Surf Series, Makka Pro has risen to new levels and
has been attracting more competitors globally
DREAM WEEKEND
Dream weekend is a music festival in Negril Jamaica, that
attracts thousands of local and overseas visitors to Negril for a
series of ten (10) events which are packaged with hospitality,
entertainment and transportation included.
Email: [email protected]
www.jamaicadreamweekend.com
Email:
[email protected]
Rum rules in paradise at the Dream Weekend 5 days of nonstop party event!
July 31 - August 1
(tbc)
July 31 –August 6
THE SEVILLE EMANCIPATION JUBLIEE
Jamaica National Heritage Trust will be hosting its annual
Emancipation Jubilee Celebration, which will once again be
hosted at the Seville Great House in St. Ann. It will primarily
depict four groups or period in our history, namely 1) Taino or
Amerindian found in Jamaica 2) Spanish conquest 3) English
conquest 4) Slavery. This festival will see over 6,000
Jamaicans in attendance, ranging from the statesmen, senior
hoteliers, tour operators, professionals, middle managers,
administrative individuals and labourers.
Seville Heritage
Park, St. Ann
Jamaica National Heritage Trust (JNHT)
79 Duke Street
Kingston
Tel #: 876-922-1287-8
JAMAICA FESTIVAL
This period showcases many exciting events which showcase
the talents of Jamaicans. The float parade and grand gala
brought back in 2008 forms the zenith of the celebrations, and
Kingston, Montego
Bay
JCDC
Tel: (876) 926-5726
Email:
[email protected]
www.jcdc.org.jm
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have helped to strategically revitalize and engender the
nostalgic Independence celebrations. Other activities entail:
 Mello –Go- Roun’
 Emancipation Vigils
 World Reggae Dance Finals
 National Thanks giving Church Service
 Augus Fair
 Independence Street Dance
July 29 – August 1
SPF WEEKEND
SPF Weekend is Jamaica’s ultimate high-energy summer
holiday weekend party experience for local or overseas guests
aged 21 years and up. Socialites and celebrities alike partying
together in St. Ann, Jamaica! This is the one time of the year
when the refined partygoers from all over are in the same place
at the same time. For those looking to have a swanky and
memorable experience this summer, SPF WEEKEND 2016 is
the preferred destination.
St. Ann
M7 Events
www.spfweekend.com
[email protected]
[email protected]
AUGUST
DATE
DETAILS
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
August 1
JAMAICA FESTIVAL QUEEN
CORONATIONS
The pageant is one of the highlights of the
Independence celebrations by the JCDC. The
contestants’ desire to assist in the development of
their communities plays an important role in the
selection of the queen who is chosen to be not only a
cultural ambassador for her nation, but also an
outstanding role model for other young women
Ranny Williams
Entertainment
Centre, Kingston
Jamaica Cultural Development
[email protected]
WEBSITE
www.jcdc.org.jm
Commission (JCDC)
Tel: (876) 926-5726/9
Fax: (876) 968 2553
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across the island. As such, although the queen’s
physical appearance will play a role in her selection,
the emphasis will be on her awareness of cultural
and current affairs, community involvement, and
personality/talent.
August 1
August 1
August
(tbc)
MONTEGO BAY JERK FESTIVAL
This is an outdoor family oriented day and night
event. Features of the event includes: presentation
of varied jerk meats and food, children activities,
celebrity cook off which culminates with a stage
show. This festival highlights the authentic Jamaica
culinary delights.
Montego Bay
DENBIGH AGRI-INDUSTRIAL SHOW
In the promotion of the best in agriculture, the Show
features outstanding livestock, agricultural and
horticultural exhibits from all fourteen parishes in
Jamaica. Over the years, several additional features
and competitions have been added. Two, which are
now hallmarks of the Show, are the National
Champion Farmer Competition, and the National
Young Farmer Competition.
PAGGEE FISHERMAN REGATTA
May Pen,
Clarendon
Held on the first Wednesday following
Independence Day, every year, the regatta has
been a major feature of St. Mary’s Independence
celebrations for the past 47 years. The event is
usually supported by the Jamaica Cultural
Development Commission (JCDC as part of the
activities marking Independence celebrations in
the parish. Activities include cultural
presentations, a wide array of authentic
Jamaican cuisine and an exciting concert
featuring popular Jamaican artisites.
Montegobayjerkfestival.com
[email protected]
[email protected]
http://www.jas.org.jm
Tele #: (876) 922-0610-2
Fax: 922-0613/967-7419
St. Mary
UWI Centre for Disability Studies, UWI
Mona, Kingston 7.
Telephone: 977 9423
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August
(tbc)
MELLO-GO- ROUN’
The best of the Festival of Performing Arts will once
again showcase the best of the best of the Nation’s
Talent and culture. The Commission also presents an
annual exposition of traditional music, dance,
games, food, art and craft.
Ranny Williams
Entertainment
Center, Kingston
Jamaica Cultural Development Commission (JCDC)
Tel: (876) 926-5726/9;
Fax: (876) 968 2553
www.jcdc.org.jm
[email protected]
SEPTEMBER
DATE
DETAILS
VENUE
CONTACT
September 6
REGGAE BOYZ VS HAITI
Round 4 of the CONCACAF Qualifiers for 2018
FIFA World Cup in Russia. This event is slated for
the National Stadium in Kingston.
Kingston
Jamaica Football Federation Limited
20 St. Lucia Crescent, Kingston 5, Jamaica,
WI
Tel: (876) 929 8036
September
(tbc)
55TH MONTEGO BAY YC INTERNATIONAL
MARLIN TOURNAMENT
The Annual Montego Bay International Marlin
Tournament isJamaica's oldest and most-anticipated
fishing event and will see its 55th edition in 2016.
Over 40 boats competed last year. The revised
format of the event will see new fishing days as well
as new events and activities, including the Tight
Lines Marlin Fleet Raft Up and Beach Party, and the
Charity Comedy night.
RACE FOR HOPE 5K
Race For Hope 5K is a fun and healthy way for
Jamaicans to contribute to the refurbishment of the
Hope Gardens& Zoo. It’s an initiative of the Jamaica
Institution of Engineers (JIE) and Nature
Preservation Foundation (NPF), where funds raised
by the 5K run are used to support the needs of
Jamaica’s historic icon for open green spaces, fauna,
flora and wildlife, the Hope Botanical Gardens and
Zoo. The Race For Hope 5K is held every last
Sunday in September and is listed on the JAAA
annual road race calendar. The event is open to
runners/walkers of all abilities and experience levels.
Montego Bay
MB Yacht Club
Tel: (876) 979 8038 / 979 8650
Fax: (876) 979 8262
September
(tbc)
Hope Gardens,
Kingston
Running Events Limited
87-89 Tower Street
Kingston
Phone: (876) 967-4903
Fax: (876) 922-0155
EMAIL
WEBSITE
Website:
www.jamaicafootballfederation.com
[email protected]
www.mobayyachtclub.com
[email protected]
Website: www.runningeventsja.com
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September 19-20
(tbc)
September (tbc)
September
(tbc)
September 27
JAMAICA BRIDAL EXPO
A unique networking event developed to showcase
Jamaica as a premiere destination for weddings,
honeymoons and romance. Jamaica Bridal Expo will
bring local and international brides and wedding
planners to meet with top destinations, best hotels
and services in Jamaica for the bridal market.
JAMAICA OBSERVER FOOD AWARDS
This will be the 16th staging of this prestigious event
for culinary enthusiasts. The Jamaica Observer Table
Talk Awards is a celebration of the joy of food. The
Jamaica Observer Food Awards is one of the most
anticipated food events in the Caribbean. This annual
festival recognizes excellence in food creation, food
service and event décor among others.
Montego Bay Convention
Centre
Unit 19; 88 Barbican Avenue
Tel: (876) 978-6639/376-1778
Devon House
Kingston
Tel: 876-920-8136 / 926-7655
[email protected]
www.jamaicaobserver.com
JAMAICA PRODUCT EXCHANGE (JAPEX)
The JTB and JHTA will once again host the annual
Jamaica Product Exchange (JAPEX) at the Montego
Bay Convention Centre. The event serves as a forum
for leading Jamaican suppliers of the island’s tourism
product to meet with travel wholesalers and tour
operators from Europe and the Americas. JAPEX is
appointment-based and pre-scheduled
Montego Bay
Jamaica Hotel & Tourist Association
Tel: (876)926 3635/6
WORLD TOURISM DAY
The purpose of this day is to raise awareness on the
role of tourism within the international community
and to show how it affects social, cultural, political
and economic values worldwide. This is celebrated
on September 27 annually as in 1970; the Statutes of
the UNWTO were adopted and are considered a
milestone in global tourism.
Islandwide
Ministry of Tourism & Entertainment
Tel: (876) 920-4926
CARIBBEAN MODEL SEARCH
Pulse Investment Limited hosts this exciting
competition of Jamaican female and male models
NISC, Kingston
Pulse Investment Limited
[email protected]
[email protected]
www.visitjamaica.com
JTB offices Worldwide
Tel: 1-800 233 4582
www.mot.gov.jm
[email protected]
September (tbc)
www.jamaicabridalexpo.com
www.pulsemodels.com
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Tel: (876) 968 1089-90: Fax  876) 968 1185
between the ages 18-30 years, with the winners
pursuing international contracts. Pulse models have
created many firsts for the Caribbean in the areas of
editorial and runway work as well as campaigns and
advertising. Over the years, models have represented
retail giants including Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom,
Banana Republic, The Gap, Target, H&M and
several others. Pulse’s top models have also
presented collections for the world’s finest designers
at the major shows of New York, London, Paris and
Milan.
OCTOBER
DATE
October 1-8
October
(tbc)
DETAILS
PORT ANTONIO INT’L MARLIN
TOURNAMENT
This is the 51st staging of this annual event which will
once again feature the Port Antonio Canoe
Tournament. Last year over 40 boats registered with a
total of 186 anglers, 20 of which were international
participants.
JAMAICA INTERNATIONAL
SYNCHRONIZED SWIMMING
CHAMPIONSHIPS
This International competition of synchronized
swimming will consist of Solo, Duet, Trio, Team and
Figure competitions in Age Group (12 & under, 1315, 16-18 & Masters), Novice and Intermediate
Categories. Each participating Club may enter Solos,
Duets, Trios & Teams in each categories (Age Group,
Novice and Intermediate). The championship came
out of a desire for an economical way to expose,
challenge and test the skills of synchronised
swimming athletes, against their counterparts in the
Caribbean and the United State.
VENUE
Port Antonio
Portland
YMCA &
Bournemouth Bath,
Kingston
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
Tel: (876) 927 0145; 925 0699
Fax: (876) 977 6995
[email protected]
www.themarinatportantonio.com
www.igfatournaments.com
[email protected]
www.synchrostars.com
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October 8
COME CELEBRATE JESUS
'An evening of celebration and praise for the whole
family with various local and international artistes
ministering songs with a special guest speaker
bringing the word.
Montego Bay
Convention Centre
BA & D Gospel Production
Tel: (876) 971-7776
[email protected]
Tel: (876) 925-8584
[email protected]
www.merritonemusic.com
[email protected]
www.soulinthesunlive.com
The 2015 featured gospel artiste was Vashawn
Mitchell and the event was successfully hosted at the
Montego Bay Convention Centre
October 12-17
MERRITONE HOMECOMING & FAMILY
REUNION
A week-long celebration of Merritone Music which
attracts members of the diaspora and foreigners alike.
Kingston, Portland,
Ocho Rios
The week begins with a Thanksgiving Service and
features a series of parties in Kingston. It culminates
a 4 day/ 3 nights gathering at a North Coast hotel
property featuring several activities showing
Jamaican music and culture
October
(tbc)
OKTOBERFEST
This is an annual German festivity, celebrating its 32
years in Jamaica. There will be lots of prizes and
surprises, games and specialty German foods,
different types of German beers, German white/red
wines and Schnapps.
Alhambra Inn,
Kingston
Jamaican German Society HQ
Montego Bay
Aqueduct
Complete Entertainment Services
SOUL IN THE SUN
October 7-9
The inaugural staging of the ‘Soul In the Sun’ was
quite successful and left patrons elated with
performances of some of the best stellar international
artiste. “A” class performances were done by: Peabo
Bryson, Regina Belle, Dru Hill, LUST, Richie
Stevens, Keith Sweat, Freddie Jackson, Jeffrey
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Osbourne, Howard Hewitt and others.
October 18-20
October 18
(tbc)
October 22-24
(tbc)
October 26 –
November 2
(tbc)
SOUTH COAST HOOK & LINE CANOE
TOURNAMENT
This tournament will feature environmental exhibits
and entertainment. A 3-day competition during
which local fishermen vie for prizes by catching the
largest fish using only the traditional fishing method
of a simple hook and line. No fancy yachts or first
world equipment are to be seen at this grass roots
event. The weekend also includes other exciting
events, such as a boat race, local talent show, fish fry
and community beach party.
PETER TOSH BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION
Free concert is usually planned to celebrate this
renowned reggae musician’s birthday – Peter Tosh.
Born Hubert Winston McIntosh on October 19, 1944
in Grange Hill Westmoreland, Peter Tosh is one of
many famous Jamaican reggae artists ‘who was one
of the original members of legendary reggae band
The Wailers, along with Bob Marley and Bunny
Wailer.
Treasure Beach,
St. Elizabeth
Savanna – La–Mar,
Westmoreland
FASHION SHOWCASE WEEKEND
The Ocean Style Fashion Showcase Weekend has
successfully established itself over the last 8 years as
the pre-eminent international center point for
fashionistas, emanating from or attracted to the
Caribbean. Apart from the fashion show the event
will also include 2 golf tournaments.
Montego Bay
MICHAEL HOLDING MASTERS CRICKET
TOURNAMENT
This is a 45 and over cricket tournament where by
players are hosted from Jamaica and other countries
such as USA, Antigua, Barbados, Bermuda, Canada,
Scotland, Guyana and Trinidad. Last year, 12
outstanding cricketers from the Jamaica National
All major cricket
grounds islandwide
Tel: (876) 965 0635; 965 3185
Fax: (876) 965 0552
[email protected]
Tel: (876) 957- 7127
Ocean style
Fax: (718)-712-7436
[email protected]
www.myoceanstyle.com
[email protected]
www.sportingjourneys.com
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Primary School Competition received bursaries of
$50,000 each for their schooling.
JAMAICA FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL
October 28 –
November 1
(tbc)
Kingston
Exotic Flavours, Exhilarating Spirits and
Unforgettable Experiences – this is what is promised
by the organizers of this 4 day foodie event
CB Limited
Tel: (876)- 924-6000
[email protected]
www.jafoodanddrink.com
NOVEMBER
DATE
November (tbc)
November
(To be confirmed)
November
(TBC)
DETAILS
RESTAURANT WEEK
This is a week-long event celebrating culinary
offerings in not only Kingston, but also Montego
Bay, Ocho Rios and now, New York! It’s a unique
opportunity for visitors and locals alike to experience
“adventures in tastes for less.” Sample the diverse
culinary options at prices up to 50% less.
ANNIE’S REVENGE
Jamaica’s largest international Pro-Am, sponsored by
the Jamaica Tourist Board and NIKE Golf, has
quickly become one of golf’s most popular winter
tournaments with teams consisting of players from
the U.S., Canada, Europe and the Caribbean. The
field is open to teams consisting of a PGA or LPGA
Golf Professional, Assistant Professional, or Teacher
and three (3) amateurs.
TOUR DE FALMOUTH
This one-day event is the catalyst to a number of
cycling events to be hosted by the Western
Cycling Series in the coming year. It is broken
down into nine categories, which include
VENUE
CONTACT
EMAIL
WEBSITE
SSCO Event Management Ltd
Tel: (876) 978-6245
Fax: (876) 946-0454
[email protected]
www.go-jamaica.com/rw
Kingston
Jamaica Tourist Board
USA Office
(305) 665-0557
[email protected]
http://www.jamaicaproam.com/index.php
Montego Bay
Falmouth
Jamaica Cycling Federation
Email:[email protected]
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professional and recreational groupings. The
categories are: the elite classes - one to four;
Masters Class, for participants 40 to 50 years; the
Super Masters for 50 years and older; a junior
category for 18 years and younger; a women's
category; and a recreational category. There will
also be special categories for teams and high
school-backed entrants.The objectives, according
to the organisers, are to foster more participation
of the sport locally, to build a strong youth
cycling programme, and ultimately to market the
series as a destination sporting event for Jamaica.
November 24 –
December 1
(tbc)
ST. ELIZABETH HOMECOMING WEEK
A nine day celebration to honour the achievements of
St. Elizabeth and to promote the parish as an
investment, tourism and cultural destination.
The Homecoming week celebrations will also
highlight the parish’s culture and sports, the
outstanding achievements of the sons and daughters
local and internationally, the backdrop of religious
and artistic expressions.
South Coast
Tel: 948-0292/ 967-9724
Nov 30 – Dec 3
(tbc)
JAMAICA OPEN GOLF CHAMPIONSHIP
The highly acclaimed Jamaica Open Golf
Championship returns to be included in the 2015
golf calendar. The event will include an 18-hole
pro-am and 54-hole stroke play tournament
where golf professionals from the U.S., Canada,
Europe, Latin and South America and the
Caribbean compete for the Jamaica Open trophy
and cash prize. Cash prizes will be awarded to the
top 50 per cent of the professional field as well as
the top performing senior pros.
Montego Bay
Jamaica Golf Association
152 Constant Spring Road
Kingston 8
Tel: 876-632-9445-6
Fax: 876-632-9442
Email: [email protected]
Susan Otuokon
[email protected]
November 28
MISTY BLISS
This event is a cultural festival which celebrates the
Hollywell, Kingston
[email protected]
www.thejga.com
www.jcdt.org
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(to be confirmed)
mountain pleasures and treasures of these parks
through a one day event at Hollywell, the park’s main
recreation area. There will be music all day with a
live concert featuring dance, drumming, singing and
other entertainment. Traditional foods will be on
sale, complimentary guided trail tours will also be
offered in addition to mounted exhibits about the
National Park and its environs.
Jamaica Conservation Development Trust/Blue & John
Crow Mountain National Park
Tel: (876) 960-2848/9
Fax: (876) 960-2850
November
(TBC )
CAYMANAS TRACK SUPERDAY
This is a race to be run over 2000 metres at Caymans
Park. The history of the race has been graced by
outstanding winners such as Legal Light, who won
the inaugural running in 1978, The Viceroy, Mark
My Word, Miracle Man and Menudo who won it four
years in a row
Caymanas Track,
St. Catherine
Caymans Track Limited
Phone: (876) 988-2524
November
(TBC )
BK MANDEVILLE 7K
This is part of a yearlong calendar of running events
leading up to the penultimate Reggae Marathon in
December. Entrants of all ages are encouraged to
participate; race starts at Burger King Caledonia
Road.
Mandeville
Running Events Limited
87-89 Tower Street, Kingston
Phone: (876) 967-4903Fax: Tel: (876) 922-0155
[email protected]
www.greenjamaica.org.jm
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.caymanasracetrack.com
[email protected]
Website: www.runningeventsja.com
EMAIL
WEBSITE
[email protected]
www.jamaicamotorsports.com
DECEMBER
DATE
December
(To be confirmed)
DETAILS
JMMC ALL STAGES RALLY
This is always a memorable, exciting truly Jamaican
motorsport event. Though the name of the event has
changed over the years, the organizers have been
doing this for over 15 years. The Jamaican
regulations have been updated to be in line with
current FIA regulations. The Organizers have
succeeded at making Motorsports one of the most
popular spectator sports in Jamaica. The JMMC is
VENUE
Bog Walk to New
Kingston
CONTACT
Jamaica Millenium Motoring Club
Tel: (876)-764-9904
Fax: (876)-764-9904
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an organization endeavoring to promote the best of
Motorsports not just in Jamaica but also in the
Caribbean.
December 3
race is on last day
Dec.
(tbc)
REGGAE MARATHON
This is Jamaica’s premier International Marathon
Event. Marathoners, sports enthusiasts as well as
beginners, converge in Negril, Jamaica’s capital of
casual, for a fun event characterized by good vibes
and lots of Reggae music. Enthusiastic supporters
come out along the out and back, internationally
certified course to support participants.
Meanwhile, hard working volunteers offer uniquely
packaged water and rehydration fluids at every
mile. The pulsating Reggae music at each mile
also keeps participants in an “irie” spirit, as they
burn the mileage. Other related Marathon events,
like the internationally rated gourmet Pasta Party
and 3 Day Marathon Expo, have participants and
supporters alike, humming with activity. All in all,
Reggae Marathon is uniquely Jamaican with
an international appeal.
MAJOR LAZER & FRIENDS
Major Lazer is an electronic dancehall project
mastermined by Grammy nominated producer
and DJ, Diplo. Their combined album ‘Lean
On’ has been #1 globally on Spotify for 10
weeks. Diplo executive produced Madonna’s
latest albul Rebel Heart. This will be the 3rd
staging of this event in Jamaica…in 2013 it was
held at Mas Camp and in 2014 it was held at
Caymanas Polo Club where it attracted over
5,000 guests.
LTM NATIONAL PANTOMIME
Negril
[email protected]
www.reggaemarathon.com
www.maineventjamaica.com
Reggae Marathon Limited
87-89 Tower Street
Kingston
Tel: (876) 922- 8677
Kingston
Main Event Entertainment Group Ltd
Tel: (876)-946-1098
Solomon.sharpe@maineventjamaic
a.com
Kingston
The Little Theatre, Kingston
[email protected]
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Last week in
December – first
week in May
each year
December 31
The grand Gala opening will be at the historic
Ward Theatre in the island's capital city,
Kingston. This Jamaican folk musical offers a
different play with original song and dances
each year.
HARBOUR FEST AND FIREWORKS ON
THE WATERFRONT
Join in the warm and welcoming melting pot of
thousands of pride-filled Jamaicans from across
the island, ringing in the New Year with the
phenomenal Fireworks display on the Down
Town Harbour. This free event will feature
Kiddies village, a massive craft vendors’ arcade
and great family entertainment on stage.
Tel: (876) 926 6129 or 906 4959 Fax: (876) 968
0759
Urban Development Corporation (UDC)
Kingston
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