Kaya Fest 2026
The brainchild of Stephen Marley, Kaya Fest lands in Toronto on Saturday, August 22, 2026 — a one-day journey from Kingston to the origins of hip hop to West Africa, tracing the global evolution of sound.
- Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Gates 12:00 PM ET · Music all day
- Markham Fairgrounds · Markham, ON
- Presented by Fruit of Life Productions & Wynn Records
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Lineup
Headliners
The Marley brothers reunite on one stage for the Toronto edition.
- Stephen Marley· Founder and curator of Kaya Fest
- Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley
- Ky-Mani Marley
- Julian Marley
Special guests
Dancehall royalty meets hip hop legend.
- Shabba Ranks· Two-time GRAMMY-winning dancehall icon
- Busta Rhymes· Hip hop hall of famerProfile
Reggae & roots
The new wave carrying the sound forward.
- Lila Iké
- Jesse Royal
- Kirk Diamond
- Exco Levi
Marley 3rd Generation
The next chapter of the family legacy.
- YG Marley
- Yohan Marley
- DJ Shacia Payne
- Mystic Marley
- Hymn Marley
- Zion Marley
- King Cruff
Toronto & guests
Homegrown talent representing the 6ix.
- Nina Sky
- Jully Black
- Tobi
Sound systems & hosts
Selectors keeping the grounds moving between sets.
- Rory of Stone Love
- KC Clarke
- Jazzy T
- DJ Mad Out
- SpexDaBoss· Co-hostProfile
Venue & map
Markham Fairgrounds
10801 McCowan Rd, Markham, Ontario, Canada
- Open-air fairgrounds — rain or shine
- On-site parking · rideshare drop-off at Gate 1
- Transit: YRT to McCowan Rd & Elgin Mills
- All ages · Food village and craft market on site
Lineup and set times are subject to change — always confirm with the official Kaya Fest ticketing page.