The Best Reggae & Island Music Festivals to Attend This Year
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Looking for a little island vibes this year? Check out our list of the best reggae and island music festivals happening in 2020!
Oahu, Hawaii- May 3-5
If you love island life, then you won’t want to miss the Oahu Reggae & Island Music Festival! This three-day event features some of the best reggae and island music performers from around the world.
You’ll be able to enjoy live music on multiple stages, as well as food from some of the best local vendors. There’s also a beach vollyball tournament, a surfing competition, and other fun activities to enjoy.
So whether you’re looking to relax on the beach or enjoy some great music, the Oahu Reggae & Island Music Festival is the perfect event for you!
Miami, Florida- March 8-10
Roots in the City is a brand new reggae and island music festival coming to Miami, Florida March 8-10. The event will feature performances from some of the biggest names in reggae and island music, as well as food, drink, and arts and crafts from local vendors.
San Diego, California- April 19-21
The California Roots Music and Art Festival, also known as Cali Roots, is a three-day annual reggae music festival held in Monterey, California. This year’s lineup includes Ziggy Marley, Rebelution, Michael Franti & Spearhead, SOJA, Stick Figure, Slightly Stoopid and more! In addition to fantastic live music, festivalgoers can enjoy delicious food from a variety of vendors, participate in yoga and art classes, and shop for handmade arts & crafts.
New Orleans, Louisiana- April 27-29
The French Quarter Fest is one of the largest free music festivals in the country, and it celebrates its 33rd anniversary this April. The streets of New Orleans come alive with the sounds of more than 20 stages featuring local, national, and international artists performing a wide range of genres including reggae, rock, blues, R&B, soul, gospel, zydeco, brass band and more. While the music is certainly the star of the show, there’s also plenty of food and drink to enjoy from some of New Orleans’ best restaurants.
Austin, Texas- May 11-13
If you’re looking for a music festival that celebrates reggae and island culture, you’ll want to check out Austin Reggae Festival. This three-day event takes place in one of the most vibrant and musically-inclined cities in the country, and features some of the best reggae and island bands around. You can expect to see plenty of live music, food trucks, and vendors selling arts and crafts.
