Review by: Janel Spiegel
One Earth ReggaeFest
Presented by Movement Moves Media
July 5, 2025 | 12 p.m. to 2 a.m.
SteelStacks
Bring the whole family to this free day-long festival featuring eclectic vendors, authentic Jamaican food and fun under the sun. Tickets aren’t needed, but good vibes will be collected at the gate!
Hosted by DJ Menace and DJ Dread Head
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, how are you doing? It was a beautiful day at ArtsQuest and Levitt Pavillion as people gathered from all over for One Earth ReggaeFest. Musicians, artists, DJs, and vendors were gathered to celebrate at the One Earth ReggaeFest.
I had the opportunity to speak with everyone working at the Promise Neighborhoods Lehigh Valley. They were kind enough to take some time to talk. They said, they were thankful that the community came out for another year. They want to make sure the kids and the people in the community are safe. I spoke with so many people. People told me they were just excited for the music or the food. One lady said she was overjoyed to the beautiful gentleman who does the coconuts. You get the freshest coconut water. I was fortunate enough to run into so many friends. Familiar, and made some new friends.
It was a busy day that was nonstop with the acts, and people coming and going. Some of the artists performing included: Elephants Dancing, Young Lion, Space Kamp, (Space Kamp did an acoustic set inside, and then another set outside), Marissa Joy, P-Dub Assassins, Eli-Mac, and more. I don’t think the artists realize sometimes how much today meant to so many of us. So much is happening in the world and to have a day to sort of leave the troubles behind, and be present, it means the whole galaxy. Mother Nature showed how much she loved the music. She provided such a beautiful day with sunshine.
People were energetic, and vibrant. The real energy that flows throughout this festival is one-of-a-kind. I hope they get two whole days next year.
The vendors were lined up along with a variety of food trucks. I met a gentleman named Xavier who was etching sunglasses. You can check out www.carocollectionlimited.com.
He was busy working but he explained his process, and said he can customize what you need done with the etching and names.
It was such a beautiful day. I already cannot wait until next year. Much love to everyone, and be kind to each other.
Janel Spiegel – @butterflyjms
https://promiseneighborhoodslv.org/
https://www.movementmovesmedia.com/
https://www.elephantsdancing.com/
Schedule & Artists from ArtsQuest Website
All Levels Yoga Led by Sophie Hami of Henna Chakra | 12:00 – 12:30 p.m.
Levitt Lawn
Free Screening of One Love – Bob Marley Documentary | 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.
Frank Banko Alehouse Cinema
Marrissa Joy
Young Lion
P-Dub Assassins
Interview with Movement Moves Media
Elephants Dancing
Yahn I Arkestra
Elephants Dancing
Interview with Jacinth Headlam
Space Kamp (Acoustic)
Addis Pablo
Eli-Mac
Dylan Peters (Acoustic)
MSJR (Acoustic)
Space Kamp
Arise Roots
Trouble City All-Stars
DJ Dread Head
Bez Musiq
Food Vendors
Cubano X-Press
Cubano Sandwich, Caliente Sandwich, Cubano Bowl, Cuban Nachos, Cuban Cheesesteak, Loaded Yuca Fries, Ropa Vieja Bowl
D&S Caribbean Kitchen
Curry Chicken Meal, Brown Stew Chicken Meal, Jerk Chicken Meal, Veggie Dish w/ Cabbage, Jerk Chicken, Rasta Pasta, Meat Patties, Cornbread
Island Noodles
Soba Noodles Plain, Soba Noodles w/ Teriyaki Chicken
Kona Ice of Allentown
Shaved Ice with an Assortment of Flavors
Kou Kitchen
Grilled Peanut Butter Spareribs, Grilled Peanut Butter Beef Kabobs, Grilled Peanut Butter Chicken Kabobs, Vegetable Fried Rice, Cauliflower Vegetable Rice, Grilled Vegetables, Honey Cornbread, Bissap Drink
La Frikitona
Alcapurria, Empanadas, Tripleta Empanadas, Tostones Platter, Dembowl, Rice Platter
Lakang Chicken and Rice
Coconut Skewers, Thai Jerk Chicken Bowl, Thai BBQ Ribs, Crispy Shrimp w/ Island Thai Red Curry, Thai Iced Tea
Sedellah’s Island Grill
Jerk Chicken Meal, Jerk Chicken & Festivals, Red Snapper, Curry Chicken Meal, Vegetarian Meal, Fried Festivals, Rice & Beans, Steamed Cabbage, Fried Sweet Plantains, Fresh Coconut, Sea Moss Drinks, Sorrell
Spuddy Buddy Fry Factory
French Fry Cups and Buckets – Choice of Original Fries or Sweet Potato Fries, Waffle Fry Bowls – Mediterranean, Chicken & Waffle, Garlic Parmesan Chicken and Waffles, Buffalo Chicken, Little Buddy Kids Meal – Original Fries & Popcorn Chicken Meal, Funnel Fries, Candy.
