– CSNDC Presents –

The 6th Annual Caribbean Jerk Festival

Codman Square Neighborhood Development Corporation is thrilled to announce the return of The Caribbean Jerk Festival!

caribbean jerk platter

The 6th Codman Square Caribbean Jerk Festival is a family-friendly event that highlights the cultural contributions that community members hailing from the Caribbean Islands have made to the Codman Square commercial corridor, and beyond. Sample delectable juicy jerk chicken, vegetarian options, and many other bites from award-winning Dorchester Restaurants. Stay for the Caribbean-inspired kids’ activities, live DJ, and steel drum orchestra performance, and support the many local merchants and community organizations participating throughout the district. We can’t wait to see you for an afternoon of fun and discovery of everything that Codman Square has to offer.

The 5th annual Caribbean Jerk Festival is a family-friendly event that highlights the cultural contributions that BIPOC leaders hailing from the Caribbean Islands have made to the Codman Square Commercial Corridor, and beyond. Past years have included musical and dance performances, and this year will be no different. Caribbean artists, small business owners, community leaders, and chefs serving up Caribbean fare will be celebrated for a family-friendly afternoon in the heart of Codman Square.

This year, we are doing things in a bigger way. To attract even more visitors, Jerkfest will be on a Saturday afternoon, immediately following the Dorchester Farmers Market happening at Codman Square Park. And for the first time in Jerkfest history, local merchants and craft vendors will be on site to sell their local products on the festival grounds. We are also incorporating activities that will extend into the commercial corridor for a day of Jerking and Caribbean celebration.

Will you join us in putting the Caribbean Jerk Festival on the Map?
Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to the event.

caribbean jerk chicken

Event Details

When:

Saturday, July 27th, 2024
1:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Rain Date: Saturday, August 3rd, 2024

Where:

Second Church of Dorchester
44 Moultrie Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124

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Cost:

Free Admission!

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Raffle to be held at 1:30pm, 3:15pm and 4:30pm!

Getting Here:

By Car:

Codman Square is short on parking, so we recommend that you walk, bike, or take public transportation to the festival. If you do drive, we recommend that you park on the outskirts of Codman Square.

By Train:

The Second Church of Dorchester is a short 7-minute walk from the MBTA Redline Shawmut Station or an 8 minutes walk from Talbot Ave commuter rail station.

By Bus:

Buses 18, 22, 23, and 26 serve Codman Square.

Participating Restaurants

Fusion Caribbean Kitchen

Fusion Caribbean Kitchen

855 Washington Street
Dorchester Center, MA 02124

Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant

Irie Jamaican Style Restaurant

1450 Dorchester Ave
Dorchester, MA 02122
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Island Style Restaurant

Island Style Restaurant

183 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
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Murl's Kitchen

Murl’s Kitchen

143 Washington Street
Dorchester, MA 02121
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Raphaels Restaurant

Raphael’s Restaurant

487 Washington St,
Dorchester, MA 02121
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Offers & Promotions from Codman Square Businesses

Angel Meat Market

10% entire purchase on 07/27/2024.
Must mention Jerk Festival!

503 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA
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American Food Basket

5% entire purchase on 07/27/2024.
Must bring the Jerk Fest Flyer.

576 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA
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Kim’s Fish Market

$5 off on orders over $50 for the first two customers on 07/31. Must mention Jerk Festival!

551 Washington Street, Dorchester Center, MA

Jordy’s Men Shop

5% off any purchase on 07/27/2024.
Must mention code “Hot stuff”.

603 Washington Street, Dorchester Center, MA
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Lucky Discount

$5 discount for purchases over $50 on 07/27/2024. Applicable to cash payments only.

599 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA

Spots Cleaners & Tailoring

10% any order on 07/27/2024.
Must mention Jerk Festival!

563 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA
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Emmy’s

10% off any purchase on 07/27/2024.
Must mention Jerk Festival!

584 Washington Street, Dorchester, MA
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Jerusalem Discount Furniture

Free face painting for kids at the Jerk Festival!

592 Washington St, Dorchester, MA
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Jerk Fest Memories

The Carribbean Jerk Festival - Volunteering

Calling all Volunteers!

Get involved in your community by helping CSNDC’s Jerk Fest activities.

Volunteers will be needed for the event on July 27th, 2024, from 1pm-5pm.

Our Sponsors

Gold Sponsors

Bald Hill Builders
Rodney Realty

Thank you to Angel Meat Market and American Food Basket for donating
120lbs of chicken to support the restaurants at the Jerk Festival!

Silver Sponsors

Paul Davis Restoration
Second Church in Dorchester logo
Thumbprint Realty
UMass Boston
United Way of Massachusetts Bay

Become a Sponsor

Caribbean Jerk Festival would not be possible without the generous support of our community partners and sponsors. For more information about the benefits and perks of sponsorship, fill out the form below.