Embassy of Jamaica, Washington DC

08/26/2026

The Embassy was pleased to be part of the North American screening of Stew Peas: The Movie on Sunday, August 23, at Greenbelt Cinema in Maryland. 🇯🇲🎬

The screening served as a fitting curtain call to our Jamaica 64 Independence celebrations across the DMV, and what a way to close things out! The event was a resounding success, with a sold-out show bringing together members of the Jamaican community and film lovers from across the region to enjoy Jamaican culture, storytelling, humour, and heart on the silver screen.

It was a wonderful reminder of the power of Jamaican stories to entertain, connect, and bring a little piece of home wherever we go.

We look forward to celebrating even more of Jamaican film and creativity across North America. And we definitely have to big up the entire Stew Peas team and the conceptualizers of this fantastic event for bringing Jamaica to the big screen and giving us another reason to seh, “Jamaica nice!”

08/24/2026

A big thank you goes out to our incredible JAMAICA Fest sponsors for believing in the vision and supporting the Embassy of Jamaica’s celebration of our culture, community, and the spirit of Jamaica. 🇯🇲

Your partnership helped make JAMAICA Fest 2026 a resounding success and unforgettable celebration.

Nuff love, nuff respect, & we look forward to your continued partnership! 🇯🇲

08/18/2026

Join Bishop Kenneth Hanson Jr. for Jamaica’s 64th Independence Church Service Celebration on Sunday, August 23, at St. James United Methodist Church.

The celebration will be hosted by the Jamaican Consulate in Atlanta as we come together in faith, fellowship, and celebration of Jamaica’s independence and enduring spirit.

Check out the online streaming link, when it becomes available, if you are unable to make it in person.

🇯🇲 Jamaica 64 — United in Celebrating Resilience.

08/17/2026

Thank You, JAMAICA Fest Family 🇯🇲

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out and supported JAMAICA Fest 2026! More than 8,000 people gathered to celebrate Jamaican culture, music, food, community, and the spirit of Jamaica.

To our incredible performers, vendors, volunteers, partners, and sponsors—your energy and support made the festival possible. Special thanks to Wellspring Manor & Spa , EMD Sales International Foods , Catherine's Caribbean- Italian Fusion , and RNFJ for helping us bring this celebration to life.

From the performances by Etana, Nesbeth, and our amazing local talent to the food, dancing, shopping, and unforgettable vibes, JAMAICA Fest 2026 was truly a celebration of Jamaican pride and community.

Thank you for showing up, showing one love, and making JAMAICA Fest unforgettable. Check out our photo album on Facebook and tag a friend if you see them!

Until next time! 🇯🇲💚💛🖤

08/17/2026

Thank You, JAMAICA Fest Family 🇯🇲

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who came out and supported JAMAICA Fest 2026. More than 8,000 people gathered to celebrate Jamaican music, food, community, and, above all, the spirit of Jamaica.

To our incredible performers, vendors, sponsors, partners, volunteers, staff, and community organizations—thank you for helping us bring JAMAICA Fest to life.

To everyone who danced, sang, ate, shopped, laughed, shared a “vibe,” and celebrated with us, we could not have done it without you. From the sounds of Etana and Nesbeth to the incredible performances by our local talent, the stage was a true celebration of Jamaican creativity and pride.

JAMAICA Fest is more than an event. It is a gathering of family, friends, the Jamaican diaspora, and friends of Jamaica. It is a space where we celebrate where we come from, showcase what Jamaica has to offer, and create lasting connections.

Thank you for showing up. Thank you for showing love. Thank you for making JAMAICA Fest 2026 unforgettable.

Check out some photos from our JAMAICA Fest album, and tag a friend if you see them!

Until next time—one love! 🇯🇲💚💛🖤

Ministry of Foreign Affairs & Foreign Trade, Jamaica

08/06/2026

Click the link below to tune into Grand Gala 2026!

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Independence Grand Gala

08/06/2026

As we mark Jamaica’s 64th Anniversary of Independence, we are pleased to share the Emancipendence Message from Dr. the Most Honourable Andrew Michael Holness, ON, PC, MP, Prime Minister of Jamaica, as we reflect on our nation’s journey, resilience and shared aspirations for the future. 🇯🇲

Hon. Andrew Holness 🇯🇲
Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade, Jamaica

08/03/2026

Massachusetts, get ready to celebrate Jamaica’s 64th Independence in true Jamaican style!

Jamaican cinema is coming to Dedham, and you won’t want to miss this special screening of Threads of Us—a powerful romance and social drama set in Kingston.

PLUS: Stay after the screening for a special Q&A with Jamaican writer and producer Donisha Prendergast!

Bring a friend. Bring the family. Come celebrate with us! 🇯🇲🎬

Christopher Chaplin