CARRABASSETT VALLEY — Sugarloaf’s Bud Light Reggae Festival, the annual party that draws thousands of spring skiing and reggae enthusiasts to the mountain of Maine, will celebrate its 25th anniversary this year from April 11-14 with eight bands playing day and night, a spectacular fireworks show, and reduced ticket prices including free admission to Friday night’s annual “Reggae Rave.”

John Brown’s Body will perform in the King Pine Room at Sugarloaf on Saturday, April 13. Doors for the show open at 9 p.m. Citing influences as varied as Johnny Cash, Sam Cooke, and 311, John Brown’s Body has developed a reputation for originality, poignancy and energetic live performances. The seven-member group features a roots-style reggae sound, but incorporates dub, drum and bass, dancehall, hip hop and other musical explorations to create a sound both timeless and forward.

Mighty Mystic, a Boston-based reggae band that has become a fan-favorite at Reggae Fest, will open for John Brown’s Body.

Renegade Soundstation will once again host the Friday night “Reggae Rave” from 9 p.m. to midnight Friday, April 12 on The Beach, and will feature dancehall reggae as well as professional lighting and sound, bringing the nightclub experience to the outdoors.

Five additional bands will perform throughout the weekend, including Gorilla Finger Dub Band, Royal Hammer, Noble Society, SEE-I and Kiwi.

All outdoor music on the Beach will be free and open to all ages, and Friday night’s Reggae Rave will be free and open to anyone 21 or over. Tickets for Saturday night’s headliners are just $19 when purchased in advance ($29 day-of), and will provide access to both the King Pine Room and the Widowmaker Lounge.

The Reggae Rave, King Pine Room concert, and all Widowmaker Lounge shows are 21-plus only and proper ID is required. All outdoor shows on Saturday are open to all ages. No outside alcohol may be brought into any venue, and all bags and coolers are subject to search.

All-inclusive ski and stay packages are also available for Reggae Weekend and include lodging, lift ticket, access to the Sugarloaf Sports and Fitness Center, and a Good Vibes Pass.

For more information, visit www.sugarloaf.com/reggae.