Calgary ReggaeFest 2025

ReggaeFest 2025

You’re invited to gather and groove with Calgary ReggaeFest! Join us August 29 and 30 for Calgary's premier celebration of reggae music and Caribbean culture at our new home at The Rise on St. Patrick's Island. More than a music festival, Calgary ReggaeFest is a pulsating rhythm of unity, culture and celebration.

Listen to LIVE music from local, national and international performers:

Friday, August 29:

  Gates 4:00 pm, Show 5:00 pm - 9:30 pm

• Ras Bagga's Rootz Hardcore Reggae Band (AB) - Roots Reggae Band from Calgary
• Kate Stevens (AB) - Highly acclaimed vocalist and songwriter hailing from Calgary. With her emotive soul and R&B sound, riddled with jazz harmonies, Kate has established herself as one of Calgary's finest musicians.
• Ammoye (ON) - Singing songs of love, life and justice, 7-time Juno nominee, Ammoye delivers a wholly unique future forward reggae sound that incorporates old-school rocksteady dancehall and dubstep, with gospel, soul and R&B. With her infectious voice and messages of empowerment, Jamaican-born Ammoye is a lightworker and self declared soul rebel.
• Macka Diamond (Jamaica/USA) - A dancehall artist who was born in Jamaica and inspired by Sister Nancy to sing.
• Glen Washington (Jamaica/USA) - Grammy Nominated reggae/soca singer-songwriter/drummer. Washington made his first hit record "Rockers Not Crackers" in 1978.
• Hardcore Reggae Band (ON) - ReggaeFest’s House Backing Band.

Saturday, August 30:

  Gates 2:00 pm, Show 3:00 pm - 9:30 pm

• Chris Murray (ON) - Acoustic Ska Innovator. Unlike most ska artists who perform with full bands, Chris is different, he makes it into an acoustic performance. Bringing a natural and comfortable feel to the music he makes.
• Mocking Shadows Rocksteady Soul Revue (AB) - Formed in Calgary in 1997 and known for their mix of R&B, Soul, Funk, Reggae and Ska Jazz. 
• Canadian Ska Orchestra (AB) - founded in 2018, this 17 piece band plays genres from multi-level Ska, Rocksteady, Jazz, Punk and even some pop!
• Steele (ON) - Reggae Crooner, ReggaeFest Fan Favourite -  A multiple JUNO nominee, Steele is known for captivating performances, heartfelt songwriting and an unwavering commitment to sharing a message of love, unity and resilience
• Tasha T (ON) - Two time Juno nominee performing a blend of traditional Reggae rhythms and Modern Influences of Reggae. 
• Justice Kumari (ON) - Raw Emotion with a Modern Edge.  A rising force in Canadian music, blending reggae and dancehall to create a sound that's as bold as it is personal.
• Luciano (Jamaica) - Jah Messenjah King of Conscious Reggae Music, this Jamaican singer-songwriter is a towering figure in roots reggae. 
• Hardcore Reggae Band (ON) - ReggaeFest’s House Backing Band.
  

PLUS!! Beer & Soda Stand by The Annex Ale Project ~ Food Trucks ~ Dance Floor ~ Craft Vendors

 General Admission 13 years +:

• Weekend Pass - $70 advance / $80 gate
• Day Pass Friday - $45 advance / $50 gate
• Day Pass Saturday - $45 advance / $50 gate

Child (12 & Under) - FREE when accompanied by a paying Adult. Ticket Required.
(Child tickets are only valid with a General Admission ticket purchase. Each child must have a ticket to enter.)

* All tickets + GST and Service Fees.

 * LineUp Subject to Change

For more information visit ReggaeFest.ca

THINGS TO KNOW 

• Embrace the vibe of the islands and shimmy, shake and groove your way to The Rise on St. Patrick’s Island. There is no parking available on site, and you are encouraged to walk, bike, grab a scooter or ride transit (nearest LRT station: Bridgeland/Memorial or City Hall/Bow Valley College) to the event. Drop-off is available and parking can be found just over the river in East Village.
• Pets are not permitted on site
• No recordings (video or sound)
• Event will go ahead Rain or Shine / No Refunds

Calgary ReggaeFest is a “cash light” event so grab your card or set-up your e-wallet before arrival. The festival is an all ages event and is family friendly where everyone is welcome. We encourage everyone to embrace the festival atmosphere where lawn / festival chairs and blankets are encouraged and welcome.