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Port Antonio enjoys annual events that bring the whole community
together. If you are planning a trip to you may
want to try and join us for during one of our celebrations.
These events are a great chance to enjoy some of our local
traditions.
Below are a list of our local events, contact us for more
information on how to secure lodging for these dates.
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If you want to taste the best Jerk in the world then head to
Port Antonio during the Portland Jerk Festival. Each year people
from all over head to Portland to enjoy the annual festival
the offers excellent jerk cooking, local games and events, and traditional
music. Come join us to sample the jerk pork, chicken, fish, lobster, sausage and conch served with
breadfruit, yam and rice and peas.
Place:
Boston Playing Field in Portland, Port Antonio.
Date:
July 3rd, 2005
If you would like more information on accommodations and transportation
during the festival contact us for more information.
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Fi Wi Sinting
Fi Wi Sinting, is the largest African Heritage Celebration in
Jamaica. Each year, the venue is transformed into an authentic African village. Activities focus on the music, dance, song, storytelling, and food of Africa .There is also a marketplace featuring handmade garments, jewelry, and crafts provided
by local artisans. Visitors are not merely spectators. Both jamaicans and tourists alike dance to traditional drum rhythms and sing to African folk songs.
Place:
Port Antonio
Date:
Feb 20th, 2005
If you would like more information on accommodations and transportation during the festival contact us for more information
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Port Antonio
International
Marlin Tournament |
This year join us for the 42nd Port Antonio International Marlin Tournament in October. Every year anglers from around the world come to Port Antonio to try their luck at catching the largest marlin in the area. Do you think you have what it takes to win the tournament? Well come and see if are the person awarded the "Non-Jamaican Overseas Angler" trophy by the Jamaica Tourist Board this year.
Place:
Port Antonio Marina
Date:
October 8th - 15th, 2005
If you would like more information about the tournament and how to participate or attend, contact us for more information
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