This December, Jamaican Music & Food Festival returns – bigger, bolder, and more vibrant than ever.
Since 2016, the Jamaican Music & Food Festival has been the beating heart of summer, celebrating the rhythms, flavours, and island vibes of Jamaica. In 2025, the festival returns to Seaworks with an explosive mix of international stars and local legends, delivering a full day of pure Caribbean energy.
From the moment festivalgoers step through the gates, reggae, dancehall, dub, ska, and rocksteady will be pumping from Naarm/Melbourne’s most iconic sound systems. This is more than a festival – it’s a celebration of community, culture, and heritage that moves the body and lifts the spirit.
The stacked line-up features international and local artists Little Lions Sounds (Swz), Badda General (JA), MC Manaki (UK), Bart Willoughby (AUS) (pictured), Sub Tribe (Syd), Ska Vendors and so much more.
A feast for food lovers – jerk chicken, curry goat, fried plantains and more from the city’s best Jamaican & Caribbean vendors.
Family-friendly vibes – all ages welcome, from kids to crews of friends, with the bay as the perfect backdrop.
Cultural experiences beyond music – live art, island markets, dance showcases, and surprise pop-ups.
The Jamaican Music & Food Festival is not just another event – it’s a cultural pilgrimage.
One day. One love. One unforgettable experience.
Proudly supported by PBS.
