Pop-up entertainment site to bring best of Jamaica to Games
A taste of the Caribbean will come to the Commonwealth Games for a five-day celebration.
Jamaica’s Tourist Board and Ministry of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport will host Jamaica House as part of the year’s celebration of Jamaica’s 60th anniversary of independence.
It will be held at The Glee Club in Birmingham from August 3 to August 7 and will highlight the best of Jamaican culture, music and gastronomy for fans of Jamaica, sporting enthusiasts and anyone wanting to be immersed in the welcoming spirit of Jamaica.
Jamaica’s anniversary of independence falls on Saturday August 6.
Over five days at Jamaica House, guests can view the Commonwealth Games sporting action live as Jamaica goes for gold on the track, whilst savouring cocktails from Appleton Rum or a Red Stripe beer, as well as some authentically cooked jerk chicken and patties over the five days.
Jamaican artists will also stir visitors' hearts with the best of reggae, dancehall, gospel and comedy.
Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett said: “We are delighted to announce the return of Jamaica House for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games.
"After two years in lockdown, it will be great to see people gathered again, especially for such a key sporting event.
"We look forward to hosting partners as well as fans and Diaspora throughout the week.
"Jamaica House will bring excitement and buzz to the city as we celebrate not just the successes of our athletes but also our Year of Culture during our diamond year of independence.”
Jamaica’s Minister of Culture, Gender, Entertainment and Sport, Hon. Olivia Grange said: “We are inspired by the excitement of Jamaicans and people of Jamaican descent in the United Kingdom to be a part of the island’s Diamond Jubilee.
"Jamaica House will celebrate Jamaica, Jamaicans and Jamaica’s contribution to the UK.
"It will be an incredible life affirming celebration, packed with Jamaican talent and artists and a momentous event in our UK Jamaica60 year.”
Tickets to Jamaica House be can be purchased at glee.co.uk/birmingham/jamaica-house.
