When the sun rises over the Kingston Harbour on Saturday, October 4, it won’t be alone. Waves of color, sound, and high-energy revelry will light up the waterfront as Xodus Carnival unveils its newest brainchild: Xodus Wet Music Festival, an explosive jouvert-style sunrise party designed to awaken your senses and jumpstart the Carnival in Jamaica season with a bang!
From 4:00 AM to 11:00 AM, the capital city’s shoreline will transform into a kaleidoscope of paint, powder, water, and foam, bringing Caribbean culture to life with every drop and beat. If you’ve ever dreamed of partying your way into the dawn with your cooler in one hand and your crew in the other, this is your moment.
Headlining this ultimate morning fête are none other than Bunji Garlin, the Viking of Soca himself, and GBM Nutron, whose sultry soca hits will take you from darkness to daylight without missing a beat. Expect nothing short of electrifying live performances that’ll have you winning in the water and chipping through clouds of powder before breakfast.
Joining the soca celebration are an all-star lineup of international and local DJs ready to take you on a musical rollercoaster. From Jus Jay (Barbados) to Major Penny (Trinidad), to US-based selectors Nocturnal Sound and Tony X, plus local faves Zess, Rico the DJ, Franco, and Brush 1. This is a nonstop mashup of soca, dancehall, and Caribbean fusion that’ll keep your flag waving all morning long.
“Xodus Wet isn’t just a music festival, it’s a full-blown sensory escape,” says Festival Director Carlos Phillpotts. “We’re creating something unforgettable by blending water-infused vibes, top-tier performances, and immersive cultural energy. Expect the unexpected.”
So whether you’re a seasoned masquerader or just looking to dive into something fresh, Xodus Wet is calling. Dust off your waterproof phone pouch, grab that flag, and mark your calendar. This October, Kingston won’t be sleeping in; it’ll be waking up wet, wild, and WUKKING UP.
