Grammy Award Winning Artist, Beenie Man to Headline the 2013 International Reggae Jerk Festival

By: Robert Diamond Jun. 15, 2013

The Caribbean Dutch Pot Restaurant presents the 2013 International Reggae Jerk Festival featuring the Grammy Award Winning "King of the Dance Hall," Beenie Man. Sunday, July 7, 2013 from 10am until 10pm on the infield of the world's famous Pimlico Racecourse (home of the second leg of horseracing's triple crown, The Preakness Stakes).

This annual day-long family festival features the music, food, artwork, and the tapestry of West Indian and Jamaican culture. Foodies will love the specialty jerk and Caribbean cuisine including Jerk Crab, Jerk Lobster, Jerk Shrimp, Jerk Conch, Jerk Chicken and much more. As well, bring the kids out to enjoy face painting, moon bounce, arts, crafts and games in the Kiddie area.

Our vendor area will have merchants from all over providing art, apparel, specialty items, goods and services reflective of Caribbean culture. Additionally, get lost in a wave of non-stop reggae music from international, national and local artists all day long, including I-Wayne, Devonte & Tanto Metro, Droop Lion, Junior Demus and more! Tickets are $25 for adults $10 for children ages 13-17, free for children under 13, and an All Access VIP pass for $60. Advance tickets can be purchased through http://www.showclix.com, or at the festival gate (price is subject to increase at the gate).

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