The International Reggae Day (or IRD for its acronym in English) 2025, that will be held as every year next Tuesday 1 of July, It already resonates strongly on all continents, joining fans, creators and media of more than 30 countries to celebrate the global reggae message, Truth and cultural pride.
It is 1 From July the world will tune again to honor both the music and movement that were born in Jamaica and were adopted throughout the planet.
“Reggae music arose from the bases and became the soundtrack of justice, Unity and truth. International Reggae Day is a powerful reminder of what can happen when music becomes motion”, He said Andrea Davis, Founder and Dir producer.
“The dir is not just a day. It is a movement wave. We are seeing communities around the world, From Asia to the Caribbean and Africa, join and add your voice. It is a time to celebrate the global legacy of reggae and a call to keep the flame alive”, raised in turn Lisa-Ann O’Gilvie, co -producer of dir 2025.
With the motto “One Love, A voice, One day”, International Reggae Day is a call to collective action, Considering the increase in tension in many corners of the world, inviting people around the world to share the same love, raise one voice and participate in a celebration of 24 hours that transcends borders, genres and generations.
Simultaneous activation
The pull up of the saying 2025 will be the 1 July at 11:55 jamaica time, 12:55 Chile time, When reggae lovers of all continents, From radio stations and sound systems to digital platforms and DJs will connect to unison, transmitting “One Love” from Bob Marley and “Love & Hate” the Dennis Brown.
This synchronized activation honors the spirit of reggae, The legacy of two icons and the power of music to inspire and connect through time areas, languages and borders.
Among the more than 30 countries from all continents that have officially associated as members of the DIR are Chile, Argentina, South Africa, France, Brazil, China, Bahamas, Mexico, Indonesia, Zambia, UK, Canada, Costa Rica, Panama, Eel, India and Namibia, reflecting diversity and cultural connectivity of reggae music.
From Kingston to Cabo Cabo, From London to Santiago, This year's global media festival will present a selected program, outstanding artists, renowned radios and community events that exalt the lasting legacy of reggae and its new possibilities. Media and event organizers in cities around the world have confirmed special activations, adding your voice and energy to this global wave.
Special Awards
A novelty of this year's dir celebration is the introduction of two special global awards that honor the values of reggae culture through extraordinary leadership and impact.
The Winnie Mandela Humanitarian Award, launched in 2024 with the approval of his family and granted to the honorable Dra. Sra. Rita Marley at the IRD Lunalite Drone Shone ceremony in Florida last year, honors people whose work of life exemplifies the principles of love and justice defending reggae music.
This year, the Peter Tosh Rebelde Award with cause, which will be delivered in collaboration with the Peter Tosh Foundation, Recognize the bold leadership that inspires a transformative change aligned with the revolutionary ethics of reggae.
FANS WILL NOT ONLY OBSERVATORS, but a vital part of the movement. We encourage everyone to join #oneedropchallenge, dress your colors reggae, Plant a reggae tree, publish your tribute to dir or organize a local celebration. The Seas DJ, podcaster, teacher or fan who listens to full volume from your corner of the world, You have a role to play in Julyone.
Visit www.ireggaeday.com To find out all the news of this global celebration of the next 1 of July.
