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Venue: Parish Capitals

Annual flagraising and civic ceremonies will be executed in parish capitals islandwide.

Venue: Islandwide

Community Celebration of Emancipation and Independence

Venue: Islandwide

Mobile showcase of performers, costume groups with stops in the major towns and squares.

Venue: All Parishes Island-wide

Across the length and breadth of the island, on the eve of Emancipation Day, vigils will be held in commemoration of the emancipation from slavery. The JCDC working in collaboration with the respective Ministers’ Fraternity in each parish, will stage a parish vigil in each parish capital. The programme features performances primarily from traditional folk groups followed by a religious services which culminates in the symbolic reading of the Emancipation Proclamation at midnight by the Custos of the parish.

Calling all foodies, budding chefs and “star chefs” from across the island to compete in the 2018 staging of our Jamaica Culinary Arts Competition.

Hurry and 'beat' the deadline.