London’s love affair with reggae, dancehall and Caribbean culture takes centre stage this August as the London Reggae & Food Festival returns with a special Jamaican Independence celebration, bringing together legendary sound systems, celebrated DJs, live performers and some of the capital’s best Caribbean street food traders.
Taking place on Saturday 8th August from 3pm until 10pm at Riverside East, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the one-day festival celebrates the rich musical and culinary heritage of Jamaica, marking the nation’s Independence with an unforgettable day of music, food and community.
Leading the bill are Saxon Sound, one of the UK’s most iconic reggae sound systems. Formed in South London in the late 1970s, Saxon became pioneers of the British sound system movement, helping launch the careers of legendary artists including Tippa Irie, Smiley Culture and Maxi Priest. Their influence on UK reggae and dancehall culture remains unrivalled, with decades of heavyweight clashes and festival performances cementing their legendary status.
Joining them is BBC Radio 1Xtra’s Seani B, one of the UK’s most respected ambassadors for reggae, dancehall and Caribbean music. Renowned for introducing audiences to the biggest names in dancehall while championing emerging talent, Seani B has spent more than two decades broadcasting globally and performing at festivals and clubs around the world.
Also taking to the decks are DJ Nate & English Fire, one of London’s most exciting reggae and dancehall DJ partnerships, known for high-energy sets that seamlessly blend reggae classics, bashment, Afrobeats and contemporary Caribbean sounds.
The line-up is completed by rising stars Izzy Bossy, whose infectious blend of dancehall and Afrobeats continues to build momentum across the UK scene, Shayna Marie, celebrated for her soulful vocals and contemporary reggae influences, Vybz-SR, bringing fresh dancehall energy to the festival, and Tugzy Onpoint, whose versatile performances have made him one of the capital’s exciting emerging Caribbean artists.
Away from the stage, visitors can feast on an incredible selection of authentic Caribbean street food traders, serving everything from jerk chicken and curry goat to plantain, patties and rum punch throughout the day. Combined with a massive outdoor festival space and rooftop terrace overlooking Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, the event offers one of London’s ultimate summer celebrations of Caribbean culture.
London Reggae & Food Festival promises world-class music, authentic food and an unbeatable atmosphere as the capital comes together to celebrate Jamaican Independence.
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