Kingston Happenings
Experience the City
As the beating heart of the island, Kingston City is where everything comes together, where arts, culture, and cuisine rise to the occasion, and where you can immerse yourself in the wonder that is Jamaica. Discover all the local events that offer a taste of that dynamic buzz.
Artwalk Festival
The Artwalk Festival is your ticket to experiencing vibrant art, fascinating tours, Jamaican street food and a deeper understanding of the local culture. Shop for clothing, local art, jewelry, craft and paintings at the Artisan Market and enjoy live music performances by Blaize Shell Shell and Kalyra. Hop on our Downtown Bus Tour to experience the stunning Tivoli Murals Project and vibes of Beat Street! Take a tour and visit the National Gallery, Institute of Jamaica Museum, snap a pic on our Mural Art Tour or join the Paint and Sip and Domino matches all along Water Lane.
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Jamaica Food & Drink Festival
For four (4) days, Kingston, Jamaica’s cultural capital, comes alive with a celebration of the extraordinary where the island’s best chefs, complemented by wine and spirit experts, will bring new excitement to your palate with the Jamaica Food & Drink Festival.
Éclat Opera, An Evening of Arias, Classics, Spirituals & Jazz
Join two prestigious musical groups – the Philharmonic Orchestra of Jamaica (POJ), the premiere classical orchestra in Jamaica and The Concert Chorale of Harlem (CCH), a New York based singing group with high calibre opera and classical Grammy-award-winning and nominated singers. Two concerts over one weekend will feature instrumental pieces, solos, and choral pieces drawn from classical operas, modern musicals, Negro spirituals and the Jamaican culture. The concerts will be produced with a glamorous and elegant setting with cocktails and with local dignitaries and celebrities in attendance.
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Mouttet Mile Invitational
The second staging of the Mouttet Mile Invitational will showcase the Caribbean's most lucrative race day which promises to be an epic showpiece. The event takes place on Saturday, December 7, 2024 at Caymanas Park, Jamaica's home of horseracing. It promises to be an exciting and unforgettable experience!
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Jamaica Carnival
Join more than 100,000 visitors and locals in a quintessentially Caribbean experience at Jamaica Carnival. The annual bash celebrates the island's inimitable spirit and culture through a dynamic schedule of activities, including street parades chock full of colourful costumes, lively music, and exciting dances.
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