Dancehall street dances or Reggae shows
A street dance can be found in Jamaica on any given day of the week. Street dances, which are an integral aspect of dancehall culture, entail the installation of sound equipment in local settlements. A local DJ spins music while residents and tourists dress up and gather to dance, listen to music, and chat.
If you're not into dancehall, there are several huge live reggae shows throughout the year. Other local reggae performances are also being planned. Years ago, the original major week-long, twilight 'til morning reggae music festival was called Reggae Sunsplash. Reggae Sumfest has taken over as the "must-do" reggae festival for genuinely experiencing Jamaican music. Sumfest began in 1993, and although traditional reggae night is the most popular, it also features stars such as Damian "Junior Gong" Marley, Stephen Marley, The Mighty Diamonds, Toots & the Maytals, Beres Hammond, Tony Rebel, Frankie Paul, and Freddie McGregor, among others.
Other themed and headlining evenings have included dancehall icons such as Vybz Kartel, Popcaan, Tommy Lee Sparta, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer, Elephant Man, Capleton, and Lady Saw, as well as worldwide acts such as 50 Cent, Rihanna, and Usher to Kenny Loggins.
- Travel tips: Ask your hotel’s staff where is the best place to experience it and hop in a taxi
