About This Event
Join us for the vibrant and soulful 4th Annual Reggae on the Lake festival, presented by Reston Community Center & Fairfax County. Set against the stunning backdrop of Lake Anne Plaza in Reston, VA, this unforgettable event takes place on Saturday, September 6, 2025, from 9am to 9pm EDT.
Experience the best of reggae music with our featured performer, Mykal Rose of BLACK UHURU. As one of the longest-standing and most influential reggae artists, Mykal Rose will deliver his signature militant, hardcore Jamaican sound, delighting fans from around the world. This year's festival is dedicated to supporting CORNERSTONES, an incredible organization committed to child and youth education, family resiliency, food security, housing, and more. Your participation helps empower local families and individuals on their path to self-sufficiency.
The festival promises a lively day packed with activities for all ages, including:
- Games, face painting, and balloon art for kids
- Creative crafts and unique vendor booths
- Authentic Jamaican food & beverage tents
- Live reggae performances throughout the day
- And much more!
Best of all, the event is completely free for everyone! However, tickets are required for entry, and don’t miss your chance to participate in our exciting raffle. Raffle tickets give you a shot at winning a FREE weekend trip for two to Negril, Jamaica at an all-inclusive luxury resort—all expenses paid. Proceeds from the raffle directly benefit CORNERSTONES. With odds of approximately 1-in-500 and limited tickets available, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss!
Raffle tickets are sponsored by Image Kitchen & Bath and Ben Biscoe of Atlantic Coast Mortgage. Purchase your tickets early for a chance to win this incredible getaway!
Enjoy performances from a diverse lineup of bands, including:
- 12:00pm - Eclipse International Band (Trinidad & Tobago)
- 1:30pm - I & I Riddim (Washington, DC)
- 3:00pm - Ras Lidj & the Regg'go Band (Washington, DC)
- 4:30pm - Proverbs Reggae Band (Bowie, MD)
- 6:30pm - Mykal Rose (Kingston, Jamaica)
Special thanks to our sponsors, including Reston Community Center, Reston Association, Image Kitchen & Bath, Universal Title, Ben Biscoe - Atlantic Coast Mortgage, Kalypsos Sports Tavern, TrueMover, and Renewal by Andersen, for making this event possible.
For more details, including event information and updates, visit the Reggae on the Lake website. We can't wait to see you there for a day full of reggae music, community spirit, and fun for everyone!