As December unfolds, Jamaica’s entertainment landscape transforms into a vibrant tapestry of festive celebrations, offering diverse experiences for every taste. The 2025 holiday season presents an exceptional lineup of events ranging from family-oriented activities to exclusive luxury parties and high-energy musical performances.
Hope Zoo inaugurates the festivities with its annual Zoo Lights exhibition from December 20-21, featuring spectacular Christmas illuminations alongside festive games, amusement rides, and culinary delights. This family-friendly event merges natural beauty with seasonal magic, with tickets available at multiple retail outlets including Tac Bar and Eleni’s Bakery.
The retro party scene revives on December 20th with Footloose at Mas Camp, Kingston. This premier event delivers nostalgic hits curated by Jamaica’s most iconic veteran DJs, creating an electric atmosphere of musical nostalgia. Ticket purchasing options include online platform www.xticketz.com and physical outlets across Kingston and Portmore.
Christmas Eve celebrations culminate at the National Stadium with YUSH, featuring performances by dancehall stars Ding Dong and Elephant Man. The event promises an unmatched energetic environment with musical direction by Ricky Platinum and JR Chromatic, available through yushparty.com and designated physical outlets.
Boxing Day offers multiple entertainment options: Yesterday “Best of the 90s” celebrates its 24th anniversary at Mas Camp with classic 90s music; Christmas Comedy Cook-Up at Jamaica Pegasus hotel presents top stand-up comedians with proceeds supporting hurricane relief efforts; and Zimi Seh Riva at Tru Juice Riva in St. Catherine combines river scenery with vibrant social atmosphere.
December 27th features Strictly 2K: 2000s vs 2010s at Mas Camp, offering a musical showdown between two decades with costume encouragement for attendees. New Year’s Eve culminates with UDC’s free Fireworks Festival along Kingston Waterfront, featuring spectacular pyrotechnics, live entertainment, and family activities.
New Year’s Day presents three exclusive events: Frenchmen Climax at Caymanas Golf Club offers ultra all-inclusive luxury with partial proceeds supporting hurricane restoration; SANDZ All-White edition at Stadium East delivers an ultimate cooler event with premier DJ performances; and Sunrise Day Soiree provides an exclusive breakfast party experience at US$135 per ticket.