There are several Rasta holidays, most of which center around events in the life of Emperor Haile Selassie. The most important celebrations are:
- November 2 - the coronation of Haile Selassie
- January 6 - ceremonial birthday of Haile Selassie
- April 21 - Haile Selassie's visit to Jamaica
- July 23 - Haile Selassie's personal birthday
- August 1 - emancipation from slavery
- August 17 - Marcus Garvey's birthday