The Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Festival will be held Saturday, Aug. 3 at the Wellington Amphitheater (12100 W. Forest Hill Blvd.). Celebrate Jamaica’s independence with a day filled with vibrant music, delicious food and exciting cultural activities. Jamaica’s ambassador to the United States, Her Excellency Audrey Marks, accepts a scroll proclaiming August 6 as “Jamaica’s Independence Day in Washington DC,” from Washington DC forma Mayor Adrian Fenty during the Jamaican Independence Service of Thanksgiving at Howard University’s Dumbarton Chapel. At right in Mrs. Michelle Fenty (Photo by Derrick Scott) The events have been The festivities, known as “Emanicipendence,” stretch from Emancipation Day on August 1st to Independence Day on August 6th, featuring island-wide celebrations, with Kingston as the epicenter. But for those celebrating in South Florida, a variety of events in Broward, Palm Beach and Miami-Dade offer a taste of Jamaica’s rich cultural heritage. From parades to drone light shows, South Florida is rolling out a packed schedule of events to celebrate Independence Day, Fourth of July. SOUTH FLORIDA – Jamaica will celebrate its 56th Anniversary of Independence on August 6th and with South Florida (and Southern USA) being home to many Jamaicans there will be a host of events to Reggae music aficionados will converge on Palm Beach, Florida to partake in an unforgettable sonic and gastronomic experience: the Palm Beach Jamaica Independence Fest 2024. The event, set Celebrate July 4th in South Florida with luxe parties, rooftop BBQs, and oceanfront fireworks. Discover exclusive events from Miami to West Palm Beach. Under the theme of “Jamaica 61 – Proud and Strong,” cities in the Southern United States have scheduled numerous events in 2023 to mark the 61st anniversary of Jamaican independence. Bob Marley’s “One Love” anthem may well be installed as the August anthem for Jamaicans residing here, in Canada and England. The hallmark song will be repeated with frequency next month to mark the 56th anniversary of Jamaica’s independence on Aug. 6 and nationals residing throughout north and south Florida, Los Angeles, Calif., Philadelphia, Pa., Stamford, Conn., Houston, Texas Celebrate Jamaica's independence with a day filled with vibrant music, delicious food, and exciting cultural activities. Immerse yourself in the rich Jamaican culture as you indulge in mouthwatering Jamaican cuisine, including jerk chicken, fry fish, and refreshing tropical drinks. As Jamaicans across the United States get ready to celebrate Jamaica’s 62nd anniversary of Independence, they will do so through several flag-raising events, church services and Independence galas. An annual Independence Church Service, organised August 6 marks Jamaican Independence Day — a day to celebrate the nation’s arduous but rewarding journey to self-governance. Each year, Jamaicans dress in black, green and gold, gather at festivals and galas, and sing folk and traditional songs that remind them of their island roots. Diaspora regions such as South Florida, Atlanta, New York and Washington DC call upon consuls general and On Friday, Aug. 2, from 6 p.m. to midnight, is the Jamaica 62nd Pre-Independence Day Fete, a free celebration with Jamaican music and a chance at winning airline tickets. Celebrate Jamaican Independence Day at Clover Field Park! Enjoy live performances, tournaments, and cultural contests at this family-friendly event Performances by Frisco Kid aka Ancient Monarchy and much more! Several local municipalities across South Florida are set to celebrate Independence Day this weekend. Check out this list of parties and celebrations for Independence Day of Jamaica, which is a big deal here in South Florida. Find tickets & information for Port St Lucie Annual Jamaican Independence Day Celebration . happening at 31 Piazza Dr, Port St Lucie, FL 34986-3107, United States, Port Saint Lucie, FL on Sat, 09 Aug, 2025 at 07:00 pm EDT. Register or Buy Tickets, Price information. SOUTH FLORIDA – The Consulate General of Jamaica, Miami schedule of activities i n celebration of Jamaica Independence 61st Anniversary happening in the Southern USA. July 29 Jamaica 61 Jamaican events in Fort Lauderdale, FL Our magic algorithm thinks you'll like these options. Popular events Explore more events Celebrate Jamaica's Independence with the City of Miramar on Saturday, August 3rd at the Miramar Regional Park. Jamaica Emancipendence Ole Time Fair is a free family friendly event celebrating Jamaica’s Independence and emancipation from Great Britain after laws were passed abolishing slavery in Jamaica in 1838. Jamaica became an independent country on August 6, 1962,
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