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Published:Thursday | August 3, 2017 | 12:00 AM
Gladstone Taylor
Members of the Manchioneal Culture Group entertain the public during Saturday's opening of the Independence Village at the National Arena in Kingston.

Independence events

Friday, August 4: World Reggae Dance Championship, National Arena, starting at 8 p.m.

Saturday August 5: Kingston Reggae Night at the National Stadium, starting at 8 p.m.

Sunday, August 6: Grand Gala at National Stadium, starting at 6 p.m.

Monday August 7: Independence Fireworks on the Waterfront, Downtown, Kingston starting at, 8 p.m.

Denbigh Agricultural Show

The Denbigh Agricultural Show 2017 starts on Saturday, August 5, at the Denbigh Showground in May Pen starting at Admission: adults $1,000, children $400.

Just 'Chill'

Party at Chill Jamaica, ultra all-inclusive day fÍte at Dunn's River Park, Ocho Rios on Saturday, August 5, starting at 11 p.m. Admission: presold $10,000.

Glory Music

Denbigh Gospel Extravaganza will be taking place on Sunday, August 6, starting at 6 p.m. at the Denbigh Agricultural Showground. The event is produced by pioneers of Christian entertainment, Glory Music led by Tommy Cowan.

Jerk Fest

Take the family to the Red Stripe Jerk Fest and Family Fun Day at Ensom City Community Centre, Spanish Town on Sunday, August 6, starting at 10 a.m. Admission: adults $500, children $200.