Toronto’s iconic Bob Marley Birthday Tribute returns for its 20th anniversary, celebrating the enduring legacy of the King of Reggae, Jamaican culture, and the city’s vibrant reggae community. Taking place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at Lee’s Palace (529 Bloor St. W.), the event runs from 8:00 PM until late and promises a powerful night of music, culture, and community.
Toronto’s longest-running Bob Marley tribute, this annual celebration brings together top-tier local reggae talent and selectors for an immersive, high-energy experience. The 20th anniversary edition features a live performance by 11 pc band Reggaddiction, with guest performances by Friendlyness (of The Human Rights band) and Juno Award–winning artist Kairo McLean, alongside special guest appearances.
Pressure Drop and Bless Up Selectas on the earth-shaking 15,000-watt Bless Up Soundsystem, with hosting duties by Kwasi “Da Food God” Douglas.
Beyond the music, the event continues its long-standing tradition of giving back to the community. Attendees are encouraged to bring non-perishable food donations in support of the Parkdale Community Food Bank. The evening will also feature prize giveaways and a vibrant craft market, further reinforcing the event’s community-focused spirit.
Over the past two decades, this event has proudly showcased an incredible roster of Toronto reggae talent, including Kairo McLean, Kirk Diamond, Humble, Treson, The Resinators (ft. Raffa Dean), Dream Band, The Human Rights, Messenjah, Kidd Rasta & The Peace Makers, Feeling the One Drop, Chronicles Dub Trio, House of David Gang, Ammoye, Elaine “Lil Bit” Shepherd, Lyndon John X, Chester Miller, Michael Garrick, Papa Levy, RaLion, Carol Brown, Progress, and many more—along with leading DJs such as DJ Shai, DJ Quesquecest, DJ Chocolate, Big Toes HiFi, Patrick Roots, Pressure Drop, DJ Friendlyness, Mista Jiggz, and No Wahala DJs.
This event has been built with a clear focus on uplifting and spotlighting Toronto’s downtown reggae community.
Ticket Information:
Advance tickets are $17.50 plus fees via Ticketweb.
Tickets are $25 at the door, or $20 with a non-perishable food donation.
Tickets are available at:
https://www.ticketweb.ca/event/20th-annual-bob-marley-birthday-lees-palace-tickets/14613143
Facebook Event Page:
https://www.facebook.com/events/1559606181895948/
The event is presented by NuFunk Concerts, in association with community sponsors including Noble Works, Jamaica Tourism, Stush Patty, CIUT 89.5 FM Reggae North, RastaFest Canada, Fusicology, ModoLive, Slammin Events, Verified Communications, Play De Record, and more.
Now in its 20th year, the Bob Marley Birthday Tribute remains a cornerstone of Toronto’s reggae calendar and is widely regarded as one of the city’s most anticipated reggae events of the year.
Read a review of last year:
Bob Marley’s 80th Birthday Tribute at Lee’s Palace: A Night of Music, Unity,