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Keyshia Cole joins Cardi B as co-headliner for BZR WKND Jamaica 2026

By Joanne Clark··1 min read
Keyshia Cole joins Cardi B as co-headliner for BZR WKND Jamaica 2026
Key Points(5)
  • R&B singer Keyshia Cole has been announced as the co-headliner alongside Cardi B for Cardi B & Friends, the marquee event of BZR WKND Jamaica 2026.
  • Cole is scheduled to perform on Sunday, Oct.
  • 18, as part of the four-day event, which runs from Oct.
  • 16–19 and is anchored by Cardi B’s first Caribbean stadium concert.
  • Known for hits including “Love,” “I Remember” and “Trust,” Cole brings a career spanning more than two decades to the event.

R&B singer Keyshia Cole has been announced as the co-headliner alongside Cardi B for Cardi B & Friends, the marquee event of BZR WKND Jamaica 2026.

Cole is scheduled to perform on Sunday, Oct. 18, as part of the four-day event, which runs from Oct. 16–19 and is anchored by Cardi B’s first Caribbean stadium concert.

Known for hits including “Love,” “I Remember” and “Trust,” Cole brings a career spanning more than two decades to the event.

BZR WKND Jamaica 2026 will open with the BZR WKND Welcome Party, dubbed YAAD TING, on Friday, Oct. 16, followed by the TIDAL RAVE Beach Party on Saturday, Oct. 17. Cardi B & Friends is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 18, before the weekend concludes with the WYFL Edition Party on Monday, Oct. 19.

Ryan Burke, managing director of BZR Weekend 2026, said Cole’s addition reflects the organizers’ aim of combining contemporary acts with established artists.

“Adding Keyshia Cole to the BZR Weekend 2026 line-up alongside Cardi B reflects our commitment to delivering a truly world-class entertainment experience,” Burke said. “Keyshia’s timeless catalogue and powerful connection with fans will bring another incredible dimension to the weekend.”

He added that the lineup will continue to expand in the coming weeks.

Organizers expect BZR WKND Jamaica 2026 to attract more than 50,000 attendees across the weekend and said the event is expected to contribute to Jamaica’s tourism and wider economy while attracting international media attention.

Beyond its concerts and parties, BZR WKND Jamaica is being positioned as a broader Caribbean entertainment and lifestyle event, incorporating fashion, food, nightlife, tourism and brand activations.

Attendees are expected to have access to VIP hospitality, curated events and interactive experiences alongside performances by international and Caribbean artists.

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