Bunny Lee Iconic Reggae Weekend kicks off Friday
A celebration of the founding fathers and mothers of Jamaica’s music
Published:Monday | February 16, 2026 | 12:07 AM
A three-day event, with legacy and culture as its foundation, makes its début on the Reggae Month calendar this week. Curated by the Bunny Lee Museum, the inaugural Bunny Lee Iconic Reggae Weekend: A Tribute to the Founding Fathers and Mothers of Reggae Music, is positioned as a multi-venue cultural celebration honouring the life, legacy, and global contributions of Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee and the founding fathers and mothers of reggae music.
The weekend of events takes place from February 20–22, and will serve as a cornerstone cultural experience rooted in heritage, community engagement, and Jamaican music history. The organisers state that “Iconic Weekend weaves together community programming, heritage activations, music history preservation, and large-scale celebration across Kingston’s cultural landscape. It is designed to pay homage to the architects of reggae while engaging community members, music lovers, and global visitors in the ongoing evolution of Jamaica’s musical identity.”
The event is scheduled to commence with Founders Day on Friday, February 20, at the Bunny Lee Museum, located at 17 Burns Avenue in Duhaney Park, Kingston, followed by Pioneers Saturday and Legacy Sunday.
Friday’s Founders Day begins with a Bunny Lee Museum and Community Day, featuring a live outside broadcast, family-friendly activities, cultural programming, and entertainment that brings together multiple generations in tribute to reggae’s roots. The day concludes with an evening after-party at Gorgon Manor, complete with food, music, and celebration.
Pioneers Saturday shifts into collector and culture mode during the day at two locations: Rockers International Record Store, 135 Orange Street, Kingston, and Randy’s Music Museum, 17 North Parade, Kingston. The evening transitions into a high-energy, reggae focused, night-life experience at Boss Destination.
Legacy Sunday, a major waterfront celebration at Victoria Pier, will showcase performances, cultural moments, and community gathering. The closing event takes place at Dub Club, featuring an authentic dub experience honouring the deep sound system traditions that helped shape global reggae culture.
“My father was more than a producer. He was a heartbeat of our culture. Iconic Weekend is not just a celebration; it is a living story of where reggae came from and how it continues to live in every generation. We honour him by keeping the music, the community, and the spirit alive,” said Edward ‘Striker’ Lee, son and curator of Bunny Striker Lee’s Museum
Always by his father’s side when he was alive, Lee was given the moniker ‘Little Striker’, and he has demonstrated his seriousness about keeping the legacy alive.
“We designed Iconic Weekend to be more than a festival; it is a cultural milestone. This event connects heritage, family, community, and global culture in a way that only Jamaica can. Partnering with private and government entities, and with the support of VP Records, underscores how important this legacy is and how timeless this music remains,” Lee said.
Richard Lue, senior director of marketing at VP Records, expressed his company’s delight at being onboard.
“Reggae is Jamaica’s gift to the world, and Bunny ‘Striker’ Lee helped shape that gift with his creativity and vision. Iconic Weekend is a powerful tribute that bridges history with today’s cultural energy. It shows the world that reggae’s roots are deep and its future is vibrant,” Lue declared.
Iconic Weekend elevates reggae heritage and positions Kingston not only as the birthplace of the music, but as a living, breathing cultural capital. With educational components, familyfriendly programming, and globally appealling sessions, it invites locals and visitors to experience the heart and soul of reggae beyond the stage.
Iconic Weekend is conceived as an annual Reggae Month initiative celebrating reggae’s pioneers, preserving its history, and affirming its influence on global culture.