Must-see entertainment in Jamaica

  • Bourbon Beach

    Negril

    The best spot for live reggae on Seven Mile Beach, Bourbon Beach has hosted such greats as John Holt and Gregory Isaacs; younger talent appears on…

  • Roots Bamboo

    Negril

    With a rotating roster of musicians anchored by a rock-solid ‘riddim’ section, the house Hurricane Band shows tourists a thing or two about roots music…

  • Sabina Park

    Kingston

    The place for cricket in Jamaica. The 30,000-seat arena hosted its first test match in 1929. Come here for international matches, and to watch the Jamaica…

  • Alfred’s Ocean Palace

    Negril

    This Negril institution is one of the oldest beach bars. The Live Reggae Beach Parties feature local and occasional international acts, beginning around…

  • Caymanas Park

    Kingston

    The horse races at Caymanas Park in Portmore, one of the best race tracks in the Caribbean (and immortalized in several classic ska songs), make for a…

  • Little Theatre

    Kingston

    Jamaica's most active theatre, putting on plays, folk concerts and modern dance throughout the year. The National Dance Theatre Company performs here…

  • MXIII

    Negril

    This is essentially a party lawn with speakers, where occasional music performances are held, such as the Bob Marley Birthday Bash in February. Call Kubba…

  • National Stadium

    Kingston

    Big-name concerts, track-and-field events such as the Boys & Girls Championships, and matches featuring the Reggae Boyz, Jamaica’s national football …

  • Centre Stage Theatre

    Kingston

    A leading light of Jamaica's thriving theater scene. Strong on local comedies, dramas and musicals, performed in patois and English.

  • Fairfield Theatre

    Montego Bay

    The home stage of MoBay’s innovative Little Theatre Company; check its Facebook page for info on upcoming shows.

  • Carib 5 Cinema

    Kingston

    Five screens showing what's new from Hollywood and screened live events. Tickets can be booked online.

  • Cove Theatre

    Ocho Rios

    Single-screen cinema in the Island Village that carries the latest Hollywood releases.

  • Palace Cineplex

    Kingston

    Two screens showing the latest Hollywood hits; tickets can be booked online.

  • Treasure Beach Sports Park

    Treasure Beach

    This badge of the local community was opened in 2012 and contains tennis courts, several football pitches and – pride of place – a cricket oval. Look out…

  • National Arena

    Kingston

    Indoor arena hosting live music, sports and other cultural events.