Lady G Joins Susana Baca, Luedji Luna and Others for Free Afro-Latinas Concert in Central Park

New York’s SummerStage will host the Afro-Latinas Concert on July 26 in Central Park, bringing together a powerhouse lineup of Afro-Latina artists for a free show. Doors open at 5 PM.

The concert is presented as part of Festival Latinidades and the Afro-Latino Festival NYC 2026, in partnership with SummerStage’s 40th anniversary season and Capital One’s CityParks Foundation.

The lineup features Susana Baca, the celebrated Peruvian singer and former Minister of Culture who remains a leading voice in Afro-Peruvian music, alongside Luedji Luna featuring Liniker, bringing contemporary Afro-Brazilian sound and soul to the stage. Also performing are Mai-Elka Prado Gil featuring Lush Song Collective, and Lady G, a pioneering dancehall and reggae deejay from Jamaica, with DJ Agent DMZ closing out the night to keep the celebration going.

Beres Hammond and Kes The Band Set for Love & Reggae Concert in Atlanta

Reggae legend Beres Hammond joins forces with Trinidad and Tobago’s internationally acclaimed Kes The Band for Love & Reggae at Gas South Arena in Duluth, Georgia, on Sunday, August 16, 2026. The concert is scheduled to begin at 7:00 p.m., with doors opening at 6:00 p.m.

Renowned for his timeless catalogue of lovers rock and reggae classics, Beres Hammond continues to captivate audiences around the world with his musical stories. Sharing the stage is Kes The Band, one of the Caribbean’s premier live acts.

Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster.

Mikey General Embarks on UK and European Tour This Summer

Internationally acclaimed reggae singer Mikey General is reconnecting with fans across the United Kingdom and Europe this summer as he embarks on a series of live performances in support of his recently released album “Medhane Alem,” as well as the singles that followed.

The tour will see the veteran Jamaican recording artist perform at several festivals and special events, one of which was the July 18 HI HO Music Festival in Capannori, Lucca, Italy. The free-admission event featured Mikey General performing alongside DJ Afghan and Joker Sound.

On July 26, Mikey General heads to the United Kingdom to headline the Two Step Forward 3rd Anniversary Dance, where he is scheduled to perform alongside fellow Jamaican artist Blackout JA. The appearance forms part of the celebrated UK roots reggae dance circuit and highlights the continued demand for Mikey General‘s uplifting, conscious music.

The tour continues on August 7 with an appearance at Reggae Collective in Reading, England. Hosted at the CultureMix Arts & Music Centre, the event celebrates the longstanding partnership between CultureMix Arts and Reality Shock while bringing together artists, selectors, and reggae enthusiasts for an evening dedicated to the culture and legacy of reggae music.

Mikey General will conclude this leg of the tour on August 22 at Roots in the Woods Festival in Pohorje, Slovenia, where he joins an international lineup of reggae artists at one of the region’s premier roots reggae festivals.

Etana to Headline Jamaica Fest 2026 in the DMV

Grammy-nominated reggae singer Etana is set to headline Jamaica Fest 2026, a celebration of Jamaican culture taking place on Sunday, August 9, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Veterans Plaza in Silver Spring, Maryland.

Presented by the Embassy of Jamaica in association with Right Now for Jamaica, Inc., the family-friendly festival will showcase the spirit of Jamaica through live music, cuisine, arts and crafts, cultural displays, and activities for all ages. Organizers say the event aims to unite the Jamaican diaspora and friends of the island from across the Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia (DMV) region.

Known for hits such as Wrong Address, I Rise, and People Talk, Etana‘s performance is expected to be one of the festival’s major highlights. Additional event information, including updates on attractions and activities, is available through the festival’s official website at www.jamaicafestdc.com.

British Virgin Islands Gears Up for the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival

The British Virgin Islands is preparing to host the 72nd Virgin Islands Emancipation Festival from July 25 through August 11, 2026. Commemorating the emancipation of enslaved Africans in the British Virgin Islands, the annual event brings together residents and visitors for more than two weeks of music, heritage, pageantry, food, and community festivities.

This year’s festival boasts a strong lineup of Caribbean talent, with confirmed performances from reggae, dancehall, and soca stars Beres Hammond, Popcaan, Sizzla, 450, Rock City (R. City), Problem Child, Patrice Roberts and Nadia Batson, in addition to numerous local and regional artists who will appear throughout the celebration.

Beyond the nightly concerts at Festival Village, attendees can look forward to a full slate of signature events, including the Miss BVI Pageant, Gospel Fest, Calypso Monarch, Soca Monarch, Fungi Fest, the Rise and Shine Tramp, cultural showcases, food fairs, and the colorful parades.

Emancifest 19 Returns to Sligoville Stadium with Free Two-Day Celebration

St. Catherine will play host to Emancifest 19, a two-day celebration of culture, gospel, reggae, rides, games, and family entertainment, set for July 31 and August 1, 2026, at Sligoville Stadium.

The event will be presented under the patronage of Member of Parliament Natalie Neita Garvey, continuing a tradition of community-centered Emancipation celebrations in the parish.

This year’s lineup features a strong roster of gospel and reggae talent, including Marcia Griffiths, Capleton, Tanya Stephens, Warrior King, Yaksta, Prodigal Son, Kevin Downswell, Sister Pat, Jodian Pantry, Perry In Christ, Jabez, Sativa D Black 1, and the Grace Thrillers.

Beyond the music, patrons can look forward to over 30 rides and games, making the festival a family-friendly destination for all ages. Admission is free.

Toronto JerkFest 2026 Marks 25th Anniversary

Toronto JerkFest will celebrate its 25th anniversary from August 7 to 9 at Centennial Park in Etobicoke, Ontario. The weekend will bring together Caribbean cuisine, live entertainment, cultural showcases, family-friendly activities and premium hospitality services as organizers mark a quarter-century of the festival.

This year’s music lineup includes Jamaican recording artists Lukie D, Mr. Lexx, Spice and 450, as well as Trinidadian soca artist Patrice Roberts. Presented by TD, it runs Friday through Sunday, with 450 performing on August 7 and the rest of the headliners taking the stage on August 8 and 9.