One Drop Reggae & Ska Festival

One Drop Reggae & Ska Festival arrives at The Country Park, Hessle, Hull

Escape to a weekend of sunshine vibes, Caribbean flavours and feel-good music as One Drop Reggae & Ska Festival arrives beneath the iconic Humber Bridge on Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd May 2027.

Experience a two-day celebration of live music, sound-system culture and Caribbean spirit in a truly unique outdoor setting.

Expect Reggae royalty & grassroots bands on the XL Live Stage, heavyweight selectors across Sound System Yard, alongside authentic Caribbean cuisine, street-food favourites, festival bars and late-night afterparties until 2AM.

Whether you're skanking in front of the stage, soaking up the atmosphere with friends or discovering your new love for all things Reggae, One Drop promises good vibes from start to finish.

Friday 21st May 2027 - 4PM until 11PM

• Musical Youth
• The Specials Ltd
• Kingston

Saturday 22nd May 2027 - 11AM until 11PM

• Reggae Roast - Feat Horseman, Mr Williamz and ADJ
• Strictly UB40
• Xodus - ( Tribute to Bob Marley)
• AC30s
• Tempo 2000
• The Sole Bouncers

XL Live Stage

The XL Live Stage is set to be a melting pot of live entertainment, featuring reggae royalty, grassroots bands, ska anthems and unforgettable festival moments.

Expect feel-good energy and live music from start to finish.

Sound System Yard

The Sound System Yard celebrates reggae and sound-system culture, with Shack Shaker Sound and Trojan Sound International bringing guest selectors, DJs and crews throughout the weekend.

Expect reggae and ska classics, roots, dub, dancehall and bass-heavy sounds from start to finish.

The Lions Den

Upgrade your festival experience with a limited release Lions Den Pass!

• Afterparty Access from 11PM until 2AM
• All-day access to Indoor Areas, Bars and Toilets
• 10% off Official One Drop Merchandise

Lions Den Afterparty's

When the outdoor festival stages close, the party continues inside The Country Park Inn with your Lions Den Pass from 11pm until 2am!

Friday Night: Tempo-Kings & Sugar Kane +£10.00

Saturday Night: General Levy, DJ Explosive +£15.00

Afterparties are strictly over 18s Only, A valid festival ticket and Lions Den upgrade are required to enter - Limited to just 300 tickets per night!

Event Information

Dates: Friday 21st and Saturday 22nd May 2027
Location: The Country Park, Hessle, Hull - HU14 0HB
Friday opening hours: 4PM-11PM
Saturday opening hours: 11AM-11PM
Indoor Afterpartys: 11PM-2AM
Outdoor festival: All ages & familys welcome (Under 5s Go Free)
Lions Den and afterparties: Strictly 18+

Under 18's must attend the outdoor festival with a responsible adult