LOST IN TIME FESTIVAL 2026

Reggae heavyweight Protoje officially announces the return of his globally inspired Lost In Time Festival (LIT), and for the first time it is set for a two-day staging on February 28 and March 1, 2026 at Hope Gardens in Kingston, Jamaica. Now entering its third edition, the immersive, multi-stage festival continues to redefine Jamaica’s live music landscape—bringing together world-class performances, art, food, and culture under one experience.

The 2026 lineup features a powerful cross-section of modern reggae’s most influential voices, led by Protoje, who will headline Night One, and Chronixx, who headlines Night Two in his first live performance since the release of his album Exile. Portion of Proceeds to Support Hurricane Melissa Relief via Lost In Time Foundation and American Friends of Jamaica

Other artists confirmed for the 2026 lineup include Lila Iké, Tanya Stephens, Mortimer, Tessanne Chin, Yeza, Iotosh and Joby Jay on Saturday, Feb 28 and Jesse Royal, Jah 9, Naomi Cowan, Royal Blu, Dyani and Dahvid Slur on Sunday, March 1.

“It feels special to be part of a reggae music festival in the capital of the birthplace of reggae, so honored to continue the tradition this year,” Protoje says.

Lost In Time Co-Founder LeAnn Ollivierre adds, it is “a love letter to Jamaican music, culture, and community. It’s a feeling we hope stays with you long beyond the experience.”

Rolling Stone previously hailed Lost In Time as “a window into the present state and the future of reggae and dancehall,” a reputation cemented during its last staging, which welcomed over 8,000 patrons and featured performances from Jah Lil, Khalia, Runkus & Royal Blu, Sevana, Samory I, Ras I, Jah9, Romain Virgo, Jesse Royal, Lila Iké and Protoje with surprise acts like Yohan Marley, Agent Sasco, Valiant, Masicka, and Popcaan.

In addition to celebrating Jamaica’s musical excellence, a portion of proceeds from LIT 2026 will benefit Hurricane Melissa relief efforts through the Lost In Time Foundation in partnership with American Friends of Jamaica. LIT Festival founders LeAnn Ollivierre and Oje Ollivierre (Protoje) are both natives of St. Elizabeth, one of the parishes most heavily impacted by the devastation—making the initiative deeply personal and community-driven.

Inspired by two-time Grammy-nominated reggae artist Protoje’s years of international touring and performances at major festivals worldwide, Lost In Time sets itself apart with multiple stages, punctual programming, and a thoughtfully curated lineup. Officially launched in 2023, the festival blends music, culinary excellence, interactive art installations, fashion, and culture into a fully immersive experience. The 2026 edition will transform Kingston into a creative mecca—featuring two main stages, sound system culture, craft vendors, and curated food offerings from some of Jamaica’s most celebrated chefs and restaurants.

Lost In Time will kick off Protoje’s Spring 2026 tour across Europe and the U.S. in support of his forthcoming album, The Art of Acceptance.

See tour itinerary HERE.

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