Exciting Performances to include Jazz, Rock, Pop, Reggae, Gospel, Soca, World Beats and More from April 30 to May 11, 2025
Mat- The Saint Lucia Jazz & Arts Festival 2025 will see headliners including John Legend, Earth, Wind and Fire, Beenie Man, Bounty Killer and Summer Walker.
The programming spans different genres of music across six nights and is set to attract thousands of visitors from around the world. The iconic and historic Pigeon Island National Park is the waterside backdrop for the open air performances with the Ramp at Rodney Bay hosting Pure Jazz.
“Our Jazz & Arts festival has been going strong for more than 30 years, thanks to the much sought after artists that we continue to collaborate with. Visitors come from all around the world to enjoy the lineup along with the warm hospitality of our people and the stunning setting of Saint Lucia. 2025 sees us build on the wonderful art component that we reintroduced as well as the hugely successful music programming with global and local artists from jazz and gospel to reggae and pop,” said Minister of Tourism, Hon. Dr. Ernest Hilaire.
The 2025 Headliners so far…
Wednesday April 30th: Opening Night
GRETCHEN WILSON/SIZZLA
Tuesday May 6th: Pure Jazz
MATTEO MANCUSO
Wednesday May 7th: Kingdom Nights (Gospel)
TASHA COBBS / MAVERICK CITY
Thursday May 8th: Pure Jazz
JAZZMEIA HORN
Friday May 9th: Caribbean Fusion
BEENIE MAN / BOUNTY KILLER
Saturday May 10th: World Beats
SUMMER WALKER
Sunday May 11th: The Ultimate Celebration (The Legends)
JOHN LEGEND / EARTH, WIND AND FIRE
For tickets and programme information visit www.saintluciajazzandartsfestival.com/ and follow announcements from the Saint Lucia Tourism Authority across social media @travelsaintlucia.
The arts scene in Saint Lucia will be celebrated May 3rd to May 9th. This year, the arts side of the festival celebrates the vibrant culture and creativity of Saint Lucia with an international flair.
2025’s Icon Series features the work of artist Theresa Hall, honouring her remarkable contributions to the art world. May 5th sees poetry with Voices of the Underground featuring the invigorating energy of SALCC talents from WorrdUp.
May 7th is the start of Jazz on the Square with three themed days, Caliente, Folk Fusion and Nostalgia. Enjoy performances from a host of talent including Diana Phillip, Tori Elle and Ashley Jules, Boo Hinkson and Barbara Cadet, Gregory Piper and the Festival Band. Jazz on the Square runs until May 9th.
Visit Saint Lucia for the festival:
7 Nights All Inclusive at the Bay Gardens Marina Haven (5-12 May 2025) from £1430pp staying in a Superior Double room. Price is per person based on 2 sharing and includes direct flights with British Airways. Return transfers.
Price subject to change. www.sackvilletravel.com
7 nights at Harmony Suites, room only from £1480pp. Price is per person based on 2 sharing and includes direct flights. Book Now & Pay Later / Get a Free Lounge Pass when you book before 31st January 2025. www.sntravel.co.uk/quote/
