Kentish JA Family Reunion

Kentish JA Family Reunion

Rooted in Kentish. United in Love.

📍 Location: Ocho Rios & Kentish, Jamaica

📅 Dates: Wednesday, July 29 – Sunday, August 2, 2026

We are coming home.

The Kentish Family Reunion is a celebration of heritage, connection, and legacy. Whether you live in Jamaica or across the globe, if Kentish is part of your story — you are family.

Join us as we gather to reconnect, remember where we come from, and build something meaningful for the generations to follow.

About the Reunion

Kentish is more than a place — it is the root of our family story.

For generations, our families have carried the spirit of Kentish in our values, resilience, culture, and love for community. This reunion is our opportunity to reconnect across borders, strengthen our bonds, and honor those who came before us.

This is not just an event.
It is a homecoming.

Planned Events

  • Wednesday Arrival / Meet & Greet (Location TBA), Pick up reunion package and itinerary.

  • ThursdayFamily Beach Day / Welcome Dinner, An evening of reconnection and welcome. (Location TBA)

  • FridayFamily Outing (Location TBA), A day of fun, culture, and shared experiences.

  • Saturday All White Party, An elegant celebration of our unity and heritage. (Location TBA)

  • SundayKentish Takeover, Worship service in Kentish followed by a community dinner / Closeout LinkUp (Location TBA)

  • Monday – Departure

Family History

Our story is still being written.

While we continue gathering historical records and ancestral research, we invite every family member to help us build a living family tree. With the support of our dedicated family historians and DNA researchers, we are beginning to document our roots — and we encourage everyone to contribute names, stories, photographs, and memories.

The Kentish legacy is not just about the past.
It is about preserving our story for the future.

Accommodations

Location: Ocho Rios & Kentish, Jamaica

We are providing recommended hotel, villa, and Airbnb options to give families flexibility in choosing what works best for their needs and budget.

Please note:

Accommodations are first come, first booked.

We cannot guarantee availability without deposits.

The only way to secure group accommodations is to submit your deposit through the Family Website.

Families may also book their own accommodations around the reunion dates, but we kindly ask that you register your travel details so we can coordinate transportation and activities efficiently.

Accommodations are available at Hotel Riu Ocho Rios, Moon Palace Jamaica or a number of VRBO homes/villas.

Click here to book your stay

Reunion Fees

Reunion dues help cover event logistics, transportation for group activities, meals, merchandise, and community contributions.

Adults (16+): $200

Youth (10–15): $175

Children under 10: $75

Payment plans are available.

Stay Connected

To stay informed…

Join the WhatsApp group. Check the website regularly. Complete the family survey.

Follow all payment and booking deadlines.

Communication will be consistent and transparent to ensure everyone is prepared.

No matter where life has taken us, we remain connected by one thing — Kentish.

Let us gather with intention, celebrate with joy, and leave a legacy our children will be proud to continue.

Rooted in Kentish. United in Love.