January 2017 in JA

Planning to be in Jamaica for the winter holiday?  Here are a few events that you might want to check out…
Accompong Maroon Festival in St. Elizabeth – January 6th
This festival marks the Maroon’s victory in battle led by their hero Cudjoe, against the British colonial army, resulting in a peace treaty that is over 270 years old. This is a cultural experience with traditional music, dance, storytelling, food and more.   
 For further information call: (876) 328-8805 or (876) 352-7800
Read about the Maroons: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jamaican_Maroons

The Jamaica Golf Open at Montego Bay – January 11-14
The event includes an 18-hole pro-am and 54-hole stroke play tournament where golf professionals from the US, Canada, Europe, Latin/South America and the Caribbean compete for the Jamaica Open trophy and cash prize. Venue: Half Moon Hotel Rose Hall Montego Bay.   Contact: [email protected] or : http://tournaments.thejgatour.com/Event/Default.aspx

REBEL SALUTE Grizzly’s Plantation Cove, St. Ann - January 13-14
Rebel Salute delivers the greatest roots reggae show on earth. The festival has exclusively vegetarian menus, with performances by a variety of cultural ‘roots rap’ from Reggae’s finest. This event is not one to be missed. Go to: http://www.rebelsalutejamaica.com/

High Mountain Coffee 10K Race, Williamsfield Manchester -   January 29
This is the 34th annual High Mountain Coffee 10K and 5k runs on rugged terrain, at an altitude of 366 meters. The 5K walk is open to everyone and is in aid of Manchester Hospital.  All races start at 16h. Late registration is available before the events. Visit: http://www.highmountaincoffee10k.com/home/home.html