The highly anticipated Grace Atlanta Caribbean Jerk Festival, presented by Publix, returns for its 19th year on Sunday, September 1 from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm at Lithonia Park, 2501 Park Drive, Lithonia, Georgia.

The festival promises a day full of mouthwatering flavours, vibrant culture, and family fun. And will feature:

• Over 20 food vendors: Indulge in a wide selection of jerk food and other Caribbean delicacies.

• Grace fine-dining: Chef Irie showcases his culinary skills through exclusive demonstrations featuring Grace seasonings and sauces.

• Publix culinary experience: Thrilling cooking challenges and chef demonstrations for food enthusiasts.

• Musical performances: Live music from renowned artistes, including Baby Cham, Tanya Stephens, Rupee, and Adaeze, with DJ sets and performances starting at 3:00 pm.

• Family fun: Fun-filled kids’ Play Zone and various activities for all ages.

A Celebration of Caribbean heritage and community

The festival — originally started in 2005 by the late Glen Simmonds — is a hallmark event on Atlanta’s calendar, drawing a diverse crowd from the city’s rich Caribbean community and visitors to the Atlanta area. Last year, the festival attracted over 6,000 attendees, and this year promises to be even bigger and better.

The Grace Atlanta Caribbean Jerk Festival presented by Publix is sponsored by Grace Foods, Publix Supermarkets, VM Group, Caribbean International Shipping, JN Money, V-103, Visit Ft Lauderdale, and The Mortgage Place.