On Saturday, July 4, 2026, Rotterdam will welcome a brand-new reggae festival as Reggae Roots Rotterdam makes its debut at the beautiful Zuiderpark. The one-day event promises an unforgettable celebration of reggae music and culture, featuring legendary international artists, local talent, soundsystems, workshops, Caribbean food, and much more.
With five stages spread across the festival grounds, visitors can experience everything from classic roots reggae and dancehall to dub, Afro-inspired sounds, and emerging artists. Whether you’re a lifelong reggae fan or discovering the music for the first time, Reggae Roots Rotterdam offers something for everyone.
An Outstanding International Line-up
The first edition already boasts one of the strongest reggae line-ups ever presented in the Netherlands, including:
- Burning Spear
- Julian Marley & The Uprising
- Original Koffee
- Sizzla Kalonji
- Barrington Levy
- Queen Ifrica
- Yellowman & Upper Cut Band
- Meta and The Cornerstones
- Rocky Dawuni
- Postmen
The festival also showcases an exciting selection of rising talent and soundsystem culture. Including Reemah, JR Kenna, Rubera Roots Band, Imishango, DEI.3AVU, Jabesh D.T.A, ZED I, Inner East Soundsystem, Slimmah Sound. Ray Ranking & Tyrone Stepper, Earthworks, Spread Seeds Records, Afrikan Warriors, Fontoyard, Haile Bless and many more across five unique stages.
More than just a music festival, Reggae Roots Rotterdam celebrates the spirit of reggae through community, culture, food, art, and positive vibrations. Expect authentic Caribbean cuisine, cultural workshops, family-friendly activities, market stalls, and an atmosphere built around unity and love.
With such an impressive debut edition, The festival is set to become one of the premier reggae festivals in Europe.
Event Information
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: Zuiderpark, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
