Planning for Jamaica Heroes Weekend 2019
Heroes Day in Jamaica is a holiday celebrated on the 3rd Monday of October every year, and it commemorates seven national figures in Jamaican culture and history.
Several promoters have incorporated sexy parties and premium events in Ocho Rios to celebrate the long weekend, a.k.a Jamaica Heroes Weekend.
Decided to skip Miami Carnival this year and want to attend this year? It’s not too late to plan a quick weekend getaway.
IDEAL DATES:
October 18, 2019 - October 22, 2019
GETTING THERE
The Jamaica Heroes Weekend party activities take place in Ocho Rios, a town in the North coast of Jamaica. Ocho Rios is equidistant from the island’s two international airports, therefore you can fly into either Kingston (Norman Manley international Airport) or Montego Bay (Sangster International Airport). The drive will take about 1.5 - 2 hours. Flight prices are ranging from $300 to $650 roundtrip from most US cities (even LA!) right now.
PLACES TO STAY
Ocho Rios is one of the main tourist destinations of Jamaica, so naturally there are plenty of hotels, inns, villas and Airbnbs that will fit your budget. Here are a few hotel options (though most are sold out by now):
Beaches Ocho Rios
Chrisanns Beach Resort
Jewel Dunn’s River Beach Resort
Hermosa Cove Villa Resort
Jamaica Inn
Jewel Dunn’s River Beach Resort
Kaz Kreol Beach Lodge
Mystic Ridge Resort
Moon Palace Jamaica
Moxons Beach Club
Mystic Ridge Resort
Riu Ocho Rios
Rooms On The Beach Ocho Rios
Sea Palms Resort
GETTING AROUND
If you feel comfortable driving when you travel abroad, I recommend renting a car as the most economical way to get around. I have found driving in Ocho Rios does not intimidate me as much. Car rentals for the weekend are pricing at under $200 for the weekend.
You can also find taxis pretty easily in Ocho Rios, especially if you are staying at a hotel.
EVENTS
Heroes Weekend has grown over the years with more party options in Ocho Rios for you to choose from. Here is what’s taking place in 2019:
Friday, October 18, 2019
The Great Weekend - Moonlight Brunch
Premium food inclusive
Time: 10PM - 2AM
Price: $40 (Presold)
Venue: Dunn’s River, Ocho Rios
The Weekndr - Highr
Prosecco inclusive
Time: 10PM - 4AM
Price: $40
Venue: Kaya Herb House, Drax Hall
Saturday, October 19, 2019
The Great Weekend - Daybreak Breakfast Party
Breakfast inclusive, cooler
Time: 8AM - 1PM
Price: $50 (Presold)
Venue: Grizzlys Plantation, Ocho Rios
Frenchmen - Rise Up
Breakfast Inclusive, cooler
Time: 5AM - 11AM
Price: $60 (Early Bird)
Venue: Pearly Beach, Ocho Rios
The Great Weekend - Rock the Boat Cruise
Premium all inclusive
Time: 4PM - 9PM
Price: $80 (Early Bird)
Venue: TBA, Ocho Rios
Frenchmen - Nitecap
All Inclusive
Time: 9PM - 2AM
Price: $95 (Early Bird)
Venue: Pearly Beach, Ocho Rios
The Weekndr - Night Beach
Premium all inclusive
Time: 4PM - 11PM
Price: $75
Venue: Weekndr Beach, Drax Hall
Sunday, October 20, 2019
The Weekndr - Oceandr
Cooler (coolers allowed until 1pm)
Time: 10AM - 6PM
Price: $40
Venue: Drax Hall Cove
The Great Weekend - Allure
Premium all inclusive
Time: 1PM - 7PM
Price: $80 (Presold)
Venue: Grizzlys Plantation, Ocho Rios
Frenchmen - Foreplay
Premium all inclusive
Time: 2pm - 10pm
Price: $145 (Early bird)
Venue: Pearly Beach, Ocho Rios
Monday, October 21, 2019
The Weekndr - Ciao
Food and Mimosas inclusive
Time: 10AM - 6PM
Price: $55
Venue: Weekendr Estate, Drax Hall
These 3 promoters/teams also have all-weekend passes for the events. Access them here:
Request ACCESS from Frenchmen
The Great Weekender
The Weekndr Ja
Are you going to Jamaica in October? What does your party list look like?