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Riddim And Jazz Festival Opens Downtown

Friday, July 24, 2026 · Jamaica, NY

The Downtown Jamaica Riddim and Jazz Festival begins Friday, July 24, at 7 p.m. inside the Jamaica Performing Arts Center at 153-10 Jamaica Avenue. Steven Kroon and Dennis Collins are scheduled to headline the opening night, which brings the festival's jazz, riddim and diaspora-focused programming to downtown Jamaica. Admission is free, and the event is intended for local residents and visitors. The second festival date is scheduled for Saturday, July 25, at Rufus King Park.

This local community update for Jamaica, NY is scheduled for Friday, July 24, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Jamaica, NY area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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