Legendary Reggae Bands Chalice & Big Mountain

• Legendary Reggae Bands Chalice & Big Mountain Added to over 30 other Acts for the 33rd Annual African/Caribbean International Festival of Life (IFOL) and the 10^th Anniversary of the Jerk, Seafood & Vegan Fest (JSVFest)

  Friday - Sunday, September 25^th - 27^th 2026 in Union Park, Chicago

  
  

  CHICAGO, IL – The excitement continues to build as Martin’s International proudly announces that two legendary reggae powerhouses, Chalice and Big Mountain, have officially been added to the entertainment lineup for the 33rd Annual International Festival of Life (IFOL), taking place in conjunction with the 10th Annual Jerk, Seafood & Vegan Fest. The three-day cultural celebration will be held September 25–27, 2026, at Union Park, 1501 W. Randolph Street, Chicago, Illinois, bringing together world-class entertainment, authentic international cuisine, arts, culture, and family-friendly experiences under one unforgettable weekend.

  
  

  Known as one of the Midwest’s premier multicultural festivals, the International Festival of Life has entertained thousands of attendees for more than three decades by celebrating the rich traditions of the African and Caribbean Diaspora through music, food, education, and community engagement. The addition of Chalice, Jamaica’s internationally acclaimed reggae band, and Big Mountain, the Grammy-nominated reggae group best known for global hits including Baby, I Love Your Way, elevates this year’s festival to an even greater level. Festival organizers promise additional artist announcements, cultural showcases, vendors, and interactive attractions in the weeks ahead.

  
  

  Festival patrons are encouraged to secure their tickets now and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of live performances, authentic jerk cuisine, seafood specialties, vegan favorites, shopping, and cultural experiences. The 33rd Annual International Festival of Life combined with the 10th Annual Jerk, Seafood & Vegan Fest is presented by Martin’s International, continuing its longstanding commitment to promoting cultural unity and

• excellence through entertainment.

  
  

  Event Information

  
  

  33rd Annual International Festival of Life

  Combined with the 10th Annual Jerk, Seafood & Vegan Fest

  
  

  Dates: September 25–27, 2026

  Location: Union Park

  1501 W. Randolph Street

  Chicago, IL

  
  

  Presented By: Martin’s International

  
  

  Tickets:

  http://FestofLife.org 

  http://JSVFest.com 

  
  

  Festival Information:

  Phone: (312) 427-0266  (tel:(312)%20427-0266)

  Phone: (877) 9-REGGAE

• Email: mailto:FestofLife@gmail.com 

  Email: mailto:JSVFestival@gmail.com 

  
  

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  Email: M M Media.Martinsiternational@gmail.com 

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