Step into the enchanting realm of the annual St. Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival, where the Caribbean breeze carries the hypnotic notes of jazz across the island's verdant landscapes. Renowned for its captivating fusion of genres, this musical extravaganza really shows off the vibrant cultural tapestry of Saint Lucia. From the soul stirring melodies of traditional jazz to the infectious rhythms of Caribbean Fusion and World Beats, the festival offers a diverse lineup of international and local artists that caters to every musical taste, providing an eclectic mix that will keep you dancing throughout the week.

Set against the backdrop of pristine beaches and lush rainforests, festival goers are treated to electrifying performances by world-class musicians, creating an atmosphere of pure euphoria. So dive straight into the heart of Caribbean musical heritage and immerse yourself in the rhythmic bliss of the St. Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival.

In the past, the festival has seen the likes of Chaka Khan, Rihanna, Ciara, Gladys Knight, John Legend, Diana Ross, Amy Winehouse, Al Green, Smokey Robinson, Seal and Mary J Blige take the stage.

So just picture the Caribbean setting, then add in the gorgeous soundtrack from artists like Samara Joy, Donnie McClurkin, Davido, Air Supply, John Patitucci, Allison Marquis and Carl Gustave, which is just a small sample of the performances for this year's festival.

Dates

The St Lucia Jazz Festival in 2024 will be held on 7 - 12th May with an opening night on 30th April.

Event schedule

The St Lucia Jazz & Arts festival will take place at Mindoo Phillip Park, Pavillion on the Ramp at Rodney Bay and Pigeon Island National Park.

30th April – Opening Night

Voice, Teejay, Romain Virgo, Saint Lucian All-Stars

7th May – Pure Jazz & Arts

John Patitucci, Allison Marquis, Elements of The Arts

8th May – Kingdom Night

Donnie McClurkin, Carlene Davis, Marvia Providence, Nigela St, Clair-Daniel, Tabitha C. Prospere, Urban Praise, Adoration & Praise

9th May – Pure Jazz

Samara Joy, Vaughnette Bigford, Christa Bailey, Shannon Pinel

10th May – Caribbean Fusion

Machel Montano, Beres Hammond, Ezra D’Fun Machine, Meshach, Invasion Band

11th May – World Beats

Davido, Joeboy, Vayb Band, Chloe Bailey, DYP, Jon Secada, Arthur Allain

12th May – The Ultimate Celebration

Air Supply, Babyface, Michele Henderson, Augustin “Jab” Duplessis, Carl Gustave

You can find the full St Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival schedule here.

Tickets for this year’s festival can be found here: St Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival 2024

TV, Live Streaming

The festival has never really had a great deal of live coverage, but we always keep an eye out for some coverage. Keep an eye of the St Lucia Jazz Instagram feed for details of any live streaming too.

Hotels and Accommodation

St Lucia is a fabulous place to visit at any time of year, with a great range of accommodation options.

You can check availability and make reservations for local hotels here.

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