Reggae On the Mountain

Friday, July 26th - Sunday, July 28th

Summer Scavenger Hunt

Daily | 12-5PM | Start at the Welcome Centre

Fun for the whole family! Our scavenger hunt is a great way to explore the Village and have fun while you play, you’ll also be learning a few fun facts along the way. Use the hints to find pictures hidden throughout the Village that will have answers to all the questions in the scavenger hunt. Once you answer all the questions, return to the Welcome Centre to claim your prize!

Live Music: LAZO

Friday, July 26th | Floating Stage | 6-9PM

Lazarus J. Finn (Lazo) began his music career at 15 years of age preforming extensive though out the Caribbean. Which lead him to relocating to Canada and created, produced Lazo Reggae and Lazomusic.com and performing live concerts all across North American for over decade. Lazo was chosen as the Top Reggae Performer of the Year from the internationally recognized Canadian Reggae Music Awards. Along with many Juno nominations, he garnered a Juno award in 2000 for Best Reggae Recording for his album, "Heart and Soul."

Live Music: DJ KAOS

Friday, July 26th | Subaru Stage 6-9PM

Since 1985, DJ KAOS has earned a series of achievements such as Gold singles, double platinum albums, two Juno awards, over a dozen awards from a plethora of genres, DJ KAOS is the first Canadian DJ to be inducted into the Canadian Songwriters Music Hall of Fame, Collaborating with some of the biggest performers in the Country. DJ KAOS is a pioneer music mogul, blowing away convention while ushering in a new wave of modern music. He brings history onto the dancefloor and incorporates it into todays modern hits with his unique style of very precise mixing.

Steel Drums: Kenn Lewis

Saturday, July 27th | Subaru Stage | 3-10PM

Kenn Lewis is an outstanding Musician/Producer/Songwriter who has played the Music scene and surburban cities for the past 25 years. The Multi -instrumentalist has accompanied and shared the stage with many local and foreign artiste, including the likes of Eddie Lovette, Mighty swallow and Burning Flames. The styles of music of music he plays varies from Reggae to R&B etc.... but his main musical theme is spicy Caribbean Rhythms like Reggae, Soca, Calypso and Dancehall

Percussion Sets: Roshane Wright

Saturday, July 27th | Subaru Stage | 3-10PM

Roshane Wright is a percussionist, drummer, composer and educator coming from Portmore, Jamaica. He started playing percussion instruments at the age of 7 and has never looked back since. In Jamaica, Roshane was a musical accompanist and educator at the Edna Manley College of the Visual and Performing Arts for 5 years. He has toured Jamaica’s finest hotels playing with Caribbean - African Fusion ensemble named ‘Jamique Ensemble’ and also did various solo acts across the island. Roshane moved to Canada in 2019 and quickly began to progress musically at the Humber College Bachelors of Music Program.

OPENER: Rosh Riddims Band

Saturday, July 27th | Subaru Stage | 3-10PM

Formed in 2023, the Rosh Riddims Band, comprised of Canada's top musicians, has quickly become a force to be reckoned with. Their six-month residency at the Drake Hotel has solidified their reputation for delivering mesmerizing Reggae and Dancehall Fusion performances. With a rich tapestry of Reggae, Dancehall, Jazz, and cultural rhythms from the Caribbean, the Rosh Riddims Band crafts music that speaks to the heart and soul.

HEADLINER: Kirk Diamond

Saturday, July 27th | 8:30-10PM

Juno Award Winner Kirk Diamond is singer, songwriter, producer and social activist in his own right. Diamond was featured on CBC Music’s 10 Canadian Reggae Artists You Need To Hear and nominated for a JUNO Award for Best Reggae Recording for his single.Despite the amassed recognitions and critical distinctions, Kirk still stays humbled and continues to push the influence of reggae music internationally, while bringing about social change through his music. 

Live Music: Pon Di Corna

Sunday, July 28th | Floating Stage | 4-8PM

Pon di Corna is the single most electric reminder that Canadian reggae is on top. There have been many eras of great Canadian acts over the decades, but right now, the skill, passion and talent is overflowing right here in Toronto. Enjoy stellar performances by Kirk Diamond, Nkuruma, Rass Yunchie, Joshua Lucas, Finn, DJ Rory, and more, live on the Floating Stage!