Event Details The 10th Annual Charleston Caribbean Jerk Festival returns Saturday July 19, 2025, at Riverfront Park, North Charleston, SC from 6 pm until 10pm The Charleston Caribbean Jerk Festival is a family-friendly event that celebrates the best in Caribbean food, culture, and music. The focus of this unique festival is to highlight Caribbean food, specifically food using Jamaican jerk seasoning. The top chefs in the Southeast will "bring it" in an effort to claim the title of Top Jerk Chef 2025!!! We look forward to eating, drinking, and partying with you!!