The annual Jamaica Hi-5 5K Run/Walk took over Miramar, Florida, on May 2, 2026, combining a major community fitness event with a profound cause. Proceeds from the 5K, organized in partnership with Broward County’s Jamaican community, go toward supporting Jamaica's Noel Holmes Hospital. The event was not just about running; it concluded with a massive post-race celebration featuring performances by Wayne Wonder, Tanto Metro & Devonte, George Nooks, and Rory Stone Love, highlighting the event’s success in uniting the diaspora through the powerful combination of health and culture.

Reggae legends Buju Banton and Stephen Marley have teamed up for the "Roots & Rhymes" Summer Tour 2026, a massive co-headlining run across North America. This historic tour brings together Banton’s iconic dancehall energy and Marley’s Grammy-winning roots reggae sound for a series of high-profile outdoor performances. Beginning in June 2026, the tour will hit major cities including New York and Miami, offering fans a rare opportunity to see two of the genre’s most influential figures on one stage. The event is already being hailed as the premier reggae concert series of the year, celebrating the deep cultural heritage of Jamaican music.

The Hill & Gully riddim, produced by Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, has sparked a powerful cultural resurgence in Jamaica by blending traditional folk influences with modern Dancehall. Drawing inspiration from the historic “Hill and Gully Rider” folk song, the riddim has not only produced major tracks from artists like Masicka, Valiant, and Elephant Man, but has also influenced visual storytelling rooted in rural Jamaican life and heritage. Its impact has extended beyond music, prompting cultural institutions like the JCDC to promote traditional dances. With over a dozen artists contributing and more joining through remixes and adaptations, the riddim has evolved into a full cultural movement, reaffirming Dancehall’s deep connection to Jamaica’s identity and history.

Reggae legends Buju Banton and Stephen Marley have teamed up for the "Roots & Rhymes" Summer Tour 2026, a massive co-headlining run across North America. This historic tour brings together Banton’s iconic dancehall energy and Marley’s Grammy-winning roots reggae sound for a series of high-profile outdoor performances. Beginning in June 2026, the tour will hit major cities including New York and Miami, offering fans a rare opportunity to see two of the genre’s most influential figures on one stage. The event is already being hailed as the premier reggae concert series of the year, celebrating the deep cultural heritage of Jamaican music.

The Hill & Gully riddim, produced by Stephen “Di Genius” McGregor, has sparked a powerful cultural resurgence in Jamaica by blending traditional folk influences with modern Dancehall. Drawing inspiration from the historic “Hill and Gully Rider” folk song, the riddim has not only produced major tracks from artists like Masicka, Valiant, and Elephant Man, but has also influenced visual storytelling rooted in rural Jamaican life and heritage. Its impact has extended beyond music, prompting cultural institutions like the JCDC to promote traditional dances. With over a dozen artists contributing and more joining through remixes and adaptations, the riddim has evolved into a full cultural movement, reaffirming Dancehall’s deep connection to Jamaica’s identity and history.

BRT Weekend is set to celebrate its 10th anniversary in Atlantic City, NJ, from July 10-12, 2026, featuring a massive lineup headlined by YG Marley, Zion Marley, and special guest Ms. Lauryn Hill. The three-day festival includes five themed beach events and performances from dancehall icons like Beenie Man, Sizzla, and Elephant Man, alongside rising stars such as Valiant and Nigy Boy. Known for its immersive Caribbean culture and world-class DJ sets, the 10th-anniversary celebration is expected to be a landmark event for the Northeast’s summer festival season.