Ky‑Mani Marley is set to turn Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater into a full‑blown reggae block party on Saturday, Aug. 1, headlining a free “Emancipendence” celebration that runs from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The city is branding the event as an Ole Time Fair, complete with a recreated Kingston coronation market, food, vendors, cultural performances and family activities. Mayor Wayne M. Messam is listed as the host, and the city is telling guests to pack lawn chairs and blankets for the outdoor show.
City officials and organizers have been talking up the amphitheater’s old‑school makeover in interviews and event listings, promising a day that feels a lot closer to Half‑Way‑Tree than suburban Broward. In an interview with WSVN, Ky‑Mani said he will perform “a lot of new material” and noted that his album Love and Energy is slated for release on Aug. 21. In that same segment, Mayor Messam framed the timing as a combined celebration of Emancipation Day on Aug. 1 and Jamaica’s Independence Day on Aug. 6, a mash‑up he calls “Emancipendence.”
What to expect at the Ole Time Fair
The amphitheater will be transformed into an Ole Time Fair built around a recreated Coronation Farmers’ Market, cultural showcases and a dedicated kids zone, Miramar News reports. Vendors and food stalls will anchor the market area. Jerome Williams, owner of Islanders Jerk, told WSVN that “we are going to be bringing out jerk chicken” along with other signature dishes. Organizers say the fair is designed to showcase Jamaican culture for families from across Broward County.
Lineup and logistics
The free festival will feature live sets from Louie Culture, Warrior Love Band, D’Yani and DJ Billy Slaughter before Marley closes out the night, according to Eventbrite. Admission is free, but parking is $10 with prepaid options available, the listing notes. The City of Miramar and the mayor’s office are listed as organizers, and attendees are reminded that the show is fully outdoors and likely to be hot during the afternoon, so hydration, hats and sunscreen are smart moves.
Ky‑Mani’s new album and set
Ky‑Mani’s official materials are already pushing the Love and Energy project and a U.S. tour built around his recent singles, Ky-Mani Marley Official indicates. The new tracks preview the album’s sound and direction, and fans at Miramar’s show can expect a mix of fresh material and classic favorites. For the latest single drops and any last‑minute setlist clues, organizers point fans to Ky‑Mani’s official channels.
Practical details
Miramar’s Jamaica Emancipendence Celebration is scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 1, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. at Miramar Regional Park Amphitheater, 16801 Miramar Parkway, and is free to attend, per Eventbrite. Parking is $10 with prepaid options, and organizers recommend bringing lawn chairs or a blanket because seating is festival‑style on the lawn. For more information and to secure parking, attendees are advised to check the event page and the amphitheater’s calendar for any last‑minute updates.
Why Emancipendence matters here
Miramar has a sizable Jamaican and wider Caribbean community, and the city’s Emancipendence celebrations intentionally blend the island’s Aug. 1 Emancipation Day with its Aug. 6 Independence Day to honor history, culture and resilience. The separate meanings of Emancipation and Independence are outlined by the Jamaica Information Service, and local leaders say the Miramar fair aims to reflect both. Expect a crowd that spans generations and a full evening of reggae, food and family‑friendly activities.
