Jameson Distillery on Tour (JDOT) 2025 wrapped up on a high note this Independence Day, six days of music, fashion, art, and community at Orange Island, Lekki Phase 1. From September 26th to October 1st, the island became a cultural playground where DJs, artists, and fans came together to celebrate creativity, connection, and everything in between.
This year’s edition once again proved why JDOT is more than a festival. It’s a movement. From Afrobeats, EDM, and street jams, the lineup was a mix of big names and fast-rising stars creating the unmistakable Jameson vibe: authentic, inclusive, and full of energy.
Day 1 – WAF & Street Souk After Dark (September 26)
JDOT kicked off with a rush of adrenaline; skaters, live DJ sets, and Lagos street fashion. With Palmwine, DJ NYT, NaffyTheDJ, Trillxoe, DJ Yanfssss, Supersmada, and DJ 808 kept the decks spinning, while hypemen MC Laye and ActiveBoy brought the street energy alive.
Day 2 – MIA & Vogue Boys Takeover (September 27)
By Day 2, the tempo was all joy and nostalgia. Guests played old-school games, splashed through the waterpark, and turned up to sets from DJ Neptune, tmdjsbeats, DJ Ivy, and DJ Bigswagz with a headline performance from Niniola. Her powerhouse vocals had the crowd moving nonstop. The Vogue Boys brought extra flair, proving once again that they know how to throw a party.
Day 3 – Afrovibes (September 28)
Things got intimate and soulful as Afrovibes, with performances from Braye, Lodu, Group Collective, Sweat It Out, Oluwadamvic, and hypemen Klintiin and Sheye Banks delivered stripped-back, high-energy sets. DJs Shogzy and Clinton delivered a busking-style street session before headliner, Skales, closed the night with a fan-favorite hits.
Day 4 – Distillery Doors Shut (September 29)
A short pause. One day to rest, recharge, and gear up for the weekend’s grand finale.
Day 5 – Afro Jam (September 30)
Day 5 celebrated women front and center. The Afro Jam showcase, powered by Deeds Magazine, featured an all-female artist lineup including FIMI, Lady Donli, Esoterica, Layefa, Ayofawo, Ayizan, Kevin LNDN, Honeeay, Yosa, Ciza, and AYE, with dancer Poco Lee bringing his signature moves. The night was filled with art, performance, and empowerment, a standout moment for Lagos’ creative women.
Day 6 – Mainland Block Party x Independence Concert (October 1)
JDOT closed in true Lagos fashion. It was loud and unforgettable. Headliners Sarz and Tyler ICU lit up the stage alongside DJ Neptune, Spinall, BlakDave, Rosco (L.A.X), Tobi Peter, CodenameKND, Axara, Palmwine, Tito, Saiph, and Teedjs. Surprise sets from Ciza, Odumodublvck, WurlD, and Victony turned the night into a full-blown celebration of independence, music, and movement.
“At Jameson, we’ve always stood for authenticity, inclusivity, and connection,” said Evane Chenuet, Marketing Director, Pernod Ricard Nigeria. “Music remains at the heart of our storytelling, and this year’s lineup reflected the vibrant energy of Nigeria’s creative scene. Every performance added a new layer to what makes Jameson Distillery on Tour so special.”
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