RASTA BIRTHDAY 2026
A Black History Month Celebration of Rasta Music, Arts & Culture Honouring the Legacy of Bob Marley
On Friday, February 20, 2026, the global music lovers, and cultural supporters will gather at
The Astoria in Vancouver for
RASTA BIRTHDAY, a powerful celebration of Reggae Music, Arts & Culture, held in honour of Black History Month.
In celebration of what would have been his 81st birthday, RASTA BIRTHDAY 2026 honours the life and legacy of the Hon. Robert Nesta Marley, a global cultural icon whose music, message, and spirit reshaped the world. More than an artist, Bob Marley was a voice for the oppressed, a messenger of peace, resistance, love, and unity, and a living symbol of Rastafari’s spiritual and cultural power. His influence transcends generations, borders, and genres, making his birthday not just a moment of remembrance, but a global cultural milestone deeply aligned with the spirit of Black History Month.
Headlined by Fredlocks Asher & The Ultra Flex Crew, the evening will deliver an immersive live experience rooted in reggae, jazz, soul, Hip-Hop and conscious expression, reflecting the enduring spirit of Rastafari and its global impact on music, identity, and liberation.
The event will feature special performances by KASS 1, alongside an all-star lineup of respected artists and cultural voices including , Ras Nikhilesh,
IWAH, Gisto, Ras Daniel, E-Spliff, The Jazz Sistahs, Munkie and Kayo Lyon , with musical selections throughout the night by DJ George Barrett. Canada’ longest running reggae dj
In the true spirit of community and solidarity, a percentage of proceeds from RASTA BIRTHDAY will be donated to hurricane relief efforts in Jamaica, supporting recovery and rebuilding for those affected.
RASTA BIRTHDAY is more than a concert — it is a cultural gathering, a remembrance, and a reaffirmation of music as resistance, healing, and unity.
Event Details:
Friday, February 20 2026
Show time 8:30pm
The Astoria
769 E Hastings St,
Vancouver, BC V6A 1R3
🎟 $20 advance | $25 at the door