Jamaica Carnival Party Schedule
Let the carnival countdown begin! It all kicks off with a bang as October and November roll around, bringing with them the spectacular costume launches that set the stage for the festivities to come. From there, it’s a whirlwind of excitement as bands and soca-related events pop up all over the island, turning every corner into a party zone.
Here is What’s Going on during Carnival in Jamaica
Launches
Carnival Week
Pre-Parties
After Parties
J'ouverts
Boat Parties
By Band
GenXS
Xodus
YardMas
Let the feteing begin!
Costume Release Events
December 13th, 2025 9 pm
Xodus Launch
Online
December, 2025
YardMas Launch
Kingston, Jamaica
Join YardMas as they reveal their costumes for 2025!
December 2025
GenXS Launch
Kingston, Jamaica
Join GenXS as they present their Kingdom of the Sun!
Warm up!
Pre-Parties
TBD
Lyme
La Vida Pollyana Caterers, 8 Stanton Terrace Kingston 6
J$ 2500 listed, J$ 3500 unlisted
Get ready for nonstop vibes, epic music, and unforgettable moments!
TBD
Soca Therapy: Road to Carnival
36 Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: J$3500, Standard admission: J$5000
So much Bumpa on di road!
TBD
SUNN-UP: D`Breakfast Cooler Fete
Kingston Waterfront, Ocean Boulevard, Kingston, Jamaica
US$ 77
Bring your cooler and your crew to fuel the fun!
TBD
The Lawn
Plantation Cove, St. Ann, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Presale: US$80
An all yellow brunch – premium food and drinks included!
Performing Live: Govana
TBD
Soca Boot Camp
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
J$4000
Get your Army Gear and Monday Wear ready for the Soca Boot Camp!
TBD
Rise Up
Pearly Beach, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Early Bird Cost: J$13,000 | US$90
Starting off Frenchmen Soca Season with the ultimate breakfast cooler party!
TBD
Pic-Nic “Beach Club”
Plantation Cove, Priory, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
US$70
Come in pink or white beach wear and enjoy the day with us!
TBD
Tropical Saturday
TBA. Ocho Rios, Jamaica
US$44
Dress “Tropi Chic” and dance through the night!
TBD
Strictly Mas
TBA. Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Presale: US$46, Gate: US$62
Xodus and Strictly2KFestivals bring you an uplifting, drinks inclusive Fete!
Dresscode: Monday wear
TBD
Sun Rum Fun Cruise
Mahogany Beach, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$77
Join Trini Jungle Juice and take off with their annual Carnival Cruise!
TBD
TeaCup: Rum Army
Pon Di Ranch, Rhymesbury, Clarendon, Jamaica
General: US$50, VIP: US$70
Get ready for the ROAD MARCH and After Party!
TBD
Ocho Rios Carnival
Ocean Village Plaza, 20 Main Street, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
General: US$29, VIP: US$45
Ocho Rios Carnival is back with its own ROAD MARCH!
TBD
The Estate – All White Brunch
The Estate, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$70
Join us for an unforgettable day of luxury, vibes and style!
TBD
Afro Soca Jam
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$20, Presale: US$26, Gate: US$39
Afrobeats, Soca and Dancehall united!
TBA
Ova Suh
Plantation Cove, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
US$48
Dress RISQUÉ in Lingerie and Pajamas for this sexy event!
TBA
Bae Cay “Noir”:
Soca Cruise & Beach Party
Grand Hotel Excelsior, Port Royal, Jamaica
Presale Female: US$120, Presale Male: US$130
Enjoy the ultimate All Inclusive Soca Catamaran Cruise and Islet Experience!
TBA
Sandz – Caribbean Music Festival
TBA, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Presale General: US$57, Presale VIP: US$85
Bring your cooler and your crew and get lost in Hawaiian Luau island vibes!
TBA
I Love Soca – Cooler Festival
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$63
Bring your cooler and rejuvenate your Soca-Soul!
Feel the heat!
Carnival Week
TBA
Simply Soca
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Presale: US$40
The perfect lyme and vibe to link up with your Carnival Famalay!
TBA
Tabanca Tuesdays
Tacbar, 26 Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica
Listed: J$1500, Unlisted: J$2500
Soca at a Taco Bar – the celebration to satisfy all your needs!
April 23rd, 2025 7pm – 12am
Xodus Fete Gala
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$101
Dress to impress and wear PINK to Bloom in Blush!
Performace by GBM Nutron
TBA
Kooler Babe
36 Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$45, General: US$55
The coolest vibes meet the hottest tunes!
TBA
Illuminate 2026
TBA. Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$80
Let your light shine bright and illuminate Kingston with us!
April 9th, 2026 6pm – 12am
Xodus Tailgate
National Stadium Car Park, Kingston, Jamaica (TBA)
Walk-In: US$59, Car-Tickets: US$173-229
Hop in the car and party with Xodus!
TBA
Touchdown Jamaica
Janga’s Soundbar - 22 Belmont Road, Kgn 5, New Kingston, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird Ladies: US$34, Early Bird Gents: US$45
Catch the vibe and dance the night away with GenXS!
TBA
Blocko
Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird Cost: J$13,000 | US$90
Jamaica’s only drink-inclusive Carnival street dance party!
TBA
RYTZ
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$120
The All Inclusive Party where opulence meets energy!
TBA
Daybreak
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Presale: US$80, Premium Packages
Join us for this exclusive ALL-WHITE breakfast party!
April 10th, 2026 4pm
Lost In Paradise
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$77
Xodus and The Lost Group present you this party with magical vibes!
TBA
Friday Jam
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
GenXS, Soca Camp und LiveInLoveEvents team up to bring you the ultimate Friday Jam!
TBA
Scorch Duck Work
Mona Hockey Field, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$50
The Fete Hunters bring you the ultimate duckin Carnival vibes!
TBA
Sunkissed Sunset Beach Fete & Catamaran Cruise
Grand Hotel Excelsior, Port Royal Main Road, Kingston, Jamaica
US$175-250
Dress in your metallic swimwear and go wild for the night!
TBA
Bacchanal Jouvert 2025:
Neon Paradise
Mas Camp, Stadium Boulevard, Arthur Wint Drive, Kingston, Jamaica
Presale General: US$39, Presale VIP: US$115
Enter the Neon Paradise with Xodus and look bright!
April 11th, 2026 1am – 7am
YardMas Jouvert
Kingston, Jamaica
Female: US$95-135, Male: US$105-150
Join this authentic Jouvert experience and live life in colors! Drinks and breakfast bites included.
April 11th, 2026 2am – 8am
GenXS Immortals J`ouvert
Kingston, Jamaica
US$125
Let loose – fun guaranteed!
TBA
Sunrise Breakfast Party
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Standard: US$215, Premium Packages
Get ready for an epic morning fill with premium drinks, delicious food and non-stop vibes!
TBA
Strut Jamaica
Boarding at Grand Hotel Excelsior, Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
Female: US$170, Male: US$180
The all inclusive Carnival Boat Cruise which takes you to paradise!
April 11th, 2026 6pm – 12am
Xodus Remedy Mini Road March
National Stadium, Kingston, Jamaica (TBA)
Early Bird: US$52, Truck Access: US$74
Get ready for the road and dance through the streets!
TBA
Viva La Carnival
Bacchanal City, 9 West Kings House Road, Kingston, Jamaica
The premium Cooler Fete bringing you high-energy Carnival euphoria!
Road March: April 12th
Party on!
After Parties
April 12th, 2026 5pm – 11pm
Big Wall
Ranny Williams Center, 36 Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$70
Keep on dancing to Soca and Dancehall!
April 12th, 2026 6pm – 9pm
Yardmas After Jam
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
Party No Dey Stop!
April 13th, 2026 10am – 4pm
GenXS: OceanX
Maiden Cay Catamaran Cruise
Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
Join GenXS for the ultimate Cool Down Xperience!
April 13th, 2026 3pm – 10pm
GenXS: XS Sunset
Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
US$23
Watch the Sunset at the last GenXS Cool Down Party 2025!
April 13th, 2026 2pm – 10pm
Yardmas Beach Fete
Fort Clarence Beach, Portmore, Kingston, Jamaica
Super Early Bird: US$45
Cool off on the beach with Yardmas!
April 13th, 2026
Tabanca Tuesdays
TBA, Kingston, Jamaica
More vibes if you can`t get enough!
With flying colors!
J’ouverts
April 10th, 2026 10pm – 7am
Bacchanal Jouvert x Red Antz 2026
Mas Camp, Stadium Boulevard, Arthur Wint Drive, Kingston, Jamaica
Presale General: US$39, Presale VIP: US$115
Enter the Neon Paradise with Xodus and look bright!
April 11th, 2026 1am – 7am
Yardmas Jouvert
Kingston, Jamaica
Female: US$95-135, Male: US$105-150
Join this authentic Jouvert experience and live life in colors!
April 11th, 2026 2am – 8am
GenXS Immortals J`ouvert
Kingston, Jamaica
US$125
Let loose – fun guaranteed!
Set sail!
Cruises
TBA
Sun Rum Fun Cruise
Mahogany Beach, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Early Bird: US$77
Join Trini Jungle Juice and take off with their annual Carnival Cruise!
TBA
Bae Cay “Noir”:
Soca Cruise & Beach Party
Grand Hotel Excelsior, Port Royal, Jamaica
Presale Female: US$120, Presale Male: US$130
Enjoy the ultimate All Inclusive Soca Catamaran Cruise and Islet Experience!
TBA
Sunkissed Sunset Beach Fete & Catamaran Cruise
Grand Hotel Excelsior, Port Royal Main Road, Kingston, Jamaica
US$175-250
Dress in your metallic swimwear and go wild for the night!
TBA
Strut Jamaica
Boarding at Grand Hotel Excelsior, Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
Female: US$170, Male: US$180
The all inclusive Carnival Boat Cruise which takes you to paradise!
TBA
GenXS: OceanX
Maiden Cay Catamaran Cruise
Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
Join GenXS for the ultimate Cool Down Xperience!
Pre-season
Xodus events
January 17th, 2026 10pm – 2am
Xodus Liki Tiki
Di Lot, Kingston
Februar 21th, 2026 10pm – 2am
Xodus Liki Tiki
Di Lot, Kingston
March14th, 2026 10pm – 2am
Xodus Liki Tiki
Di Lot, Kingston
Carnival Season!
Xodus events
April 5th, 2026
Xodus Wet
TBA. Kingston, Jamaica
April 8th 2026
Xodus Fete Gala
TBA. Kingston, Jamaica
TBA
April 9th, 2025 10pm – 2am
Xodus Tailgate
National Stadium Car Park, Kingston, Jamaica (TBA)
April 10th, 2026 10pm – 2am
Bacchanal x Red Antz Jouvert 2026
Mas Camp. Stadium Boulevard, Arthur Wint Drive, Kingston, Jamaica
April 10th, 2026 10pm – 2am
Lost in Paradise
TBA
April 11th, 2025
Xodus Remedy Mini Road March
Get ready for the road and dance through the streets!
National Stadium, Kingston, Jamaica (TBA)
April 16th, 2025 10pm – 2am
Xodus Liki Tiki
Di Lot, Kingston
Infiniti
GenXS Events
April 11th, 2025 2am – 8am
GenXs Immortals J`ouvert
Kingston, Jamaica
US$125
Let loose – fun guaranteed!
April 13th, 2026 10am – 4pm
GenXS: OceanX
Maiden Cay Catamaran Cruise
Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
Join GenXS for the ultimate Cool Down Xperience!
April 13th, 2026 3pm – 10pm
GenXS: XS Sunset
Port Royal, Kingston, Jamaica
US$23
Watch the Sunset at the last GenXS Cool Down Party 2026!
Land we love
YardMas Events
April 11th, 2026 1am – 7am
YardMas J’ouvert
Kingston, Jamaica
Female: US$95-135, Male: US$105-150
Join this authentic Jouvert experience and live life in colors! Drinks and breakfast bites included.
April 12th, 2026 6pm – 9pm
YardMas After Jam
Kingston, Jamaica
Party No Dey Stop!
April 13th, 2026 2pm – 10pm
YardMas Beach
Fort Clarence Beach, Portmore, Kingston, Jamaica
Super Early Bird: US$45
Cool off on the beach with Yardmas!