Caribbean Music Festival Schedule For 2022
Next year's Caribbean Region Music festival season is off to a promising start, with many organizers planning for 2022 as an opportunity to reboot their events. As countries around the world reopen this year after the pandemic, music festivals are on the rise again and music festivals in the Caribbean Region are no expectation! Ticket organizations are eager to bring live music back to the public and the Caribbean as a whole. Last year's pandemic cancellations and the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine have led to the return of major live music events.
Many of the largest festivals in the US, such as Lollapalooza, Bonnaroo, Tomorrow’s Latitude Festival, and Outside Lands, have returned for summer and autumn events while others have announced dates for 2022 such as Coachella. But those arnt’t the only music festival that will be in full effect come January 2022.
Missing Music Festival and would love to try some new locations? Keep reading to see all the confirmed Music Festivals in the Caribbean for 2022.
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JANUARY
JAMAICA JAZZ AND BLUES FESTIVAL
Jamaica | Website
The Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, formerly known as the Air Jamaica Jazz and Blues Festival, was created to encourage visitors to come to Jamaica during a traditionally slow tourism period for the island.
Date: TBA
Hotel Accommodations around Montego Bay, Jamaica most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
REBEL SALUTE
Jamaica | Website
Rebel Salute is an annual music festival held in Jamaica. It is held on January 15 of every year, the birthday of promoter Tony Rebel. It is one of Jamaica's biggest music festivals, known for its focus on roots and conscious music. Rebel began the festival in 1994 in the parish of Manchester and was long held annually in St. Elizabeth on the country's south coast until 2012.
Date: January 14, 2022 - January 15, 2022 *
Hotel Accommodations around Ocho Rios, Jamaica most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
FEBRUARY
VUJADAY MUSIC FESTIVAL 2022
Bridgetown, Barbados | Website
Vujaday Music Festival, one of the Caribbean's most authentic destination festivals, has announced its return to the idyllic shores of Barbados. Vujaday offers a curated getaway for global dance music fans and is the perfect time to visit one of the world’s most beautiful islands. Guiding attendees between oceanfront stages, private villas, pool & boat parties, and much more, Vujaday will once again welcome premiere global artists and music fans alike to connect with the rich culture and beauty of Barbados.
Date: February 9- February 13, 2022
Tickets: Here
Hotel Accommodations around Bridgetown, Barbados most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO CARNIVAL
Trinidad and Tobago
Known as one of the greatest shows on Earth, the Trinidad Carnival is a cultural event celebrating the freedom and emancipation of African slaves on the island. The Trinidad and Tobago Carnival is one of the biggest festivals in the world and also one of the most desired destinations in the world. Costumes, parades, and healthy competition are all part of the celebration’s grandeur. Musical performances focus on Soca music and the biggest musical competition is the battle to be named Calypso Monarch; the title comes with an approximately $1 million prize and endorsements. It’s said that when the residents are celebrating the Carnival, they’re preparing for it.
Date: February 28 – March 1, 2022
Hotel Accommodations around Port - Of- Spain, Trinidad, most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
MARCH
SXM FESTIVAL
Mary, St. Martin | Website
The musical curation at SXM Festival is house and techno music. The event lineup typically features 80+ deejays from all over the world to include superstars and up-and-coming artists. The music is just one part of the performance. SXM is known for its “Deco team” comprised of creative recuperative artists who design jaw-dropping sets that transport festival-goers to another world. The Deco team and SXM are known for their focus on sustainability and reducing their impact on the Earth and the island. Materials used for set design are 90% recycled and the festival implements various initiatives to reduce paper and plastic and even facilitates a beach clean-up day with festival-goers.
Date: March 9- March 14, 2022
MY MORNING JACKET’S ONE BIG HOLIDAY
Mexico and Caribbean | Website
One Big Holiday prides itself on not being a typical concert experience—this multi-day music festival is an all-inclusive home away from home. It has been hosted in various places in Mexico and in Punta Canta, Dominican Republic, but the festival-goers always have one thing in common, an appreciation for music and artists who want to share their talent and bring people together. Daytime activities offer something for everyone, attendees can participate in artist workshops, morning yoga, poolside games or just kick back on the beach and decompress at the spa. In the evening, attendees gear up for theme parties and a full night of music and dancing.
Date: March 2- March 5, 2022
HUGE NOTIFICATION: The only way to attend My Morning Jacket’s One Big Holiday is by purchasing one of the all-inclusive packages on their site. Individual concert tickets will not be available. Packages are non-transferable and non-refundable. It is recommended that you consider purchasing travel insurance. If you are buying a package as a gift. You must be at least 18 years of age to purchase packages with special pricing available for children.
MAY
SAINT LUCIA JAZZ FESTIVAL
Saint Lucia | Website
St. Lucia jazz and are typically held in May the Saint Lucia Jazz Festival is organized in collaboration with Jazz at Lincoln Center, positioning it as the premier jazz festival in the Caribbean. This week-long vibrant jazz festival has been attracting festival-goers from around the world since 1992 and features intimate indoor and outdoor venues. The festival’s lineup celebrates international, Saint Lucian, and Caribbean jazz.
Date: May 1, 2022 - May 10, 2022
Hotel Accommodations around Castries, Saint Lucia, most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
ARUBA SOUL BEACH MUSIC FESTIVAL 2022
Oranjestad, Aruba | Website
Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Soul Beach Music Festival on the gorgeous island of Aruba, Memorial Day Weekend, May 25-30, 2022. Ride the waves of the Soul Beach Music Festival, which was voted one of the “Top Five Caribbean Celebrations by USA TODAY”, as well as #1 “Caribbean Summer Festival” by Jetsetter Magazine.
Date: May 25, 20221 - May 30, 2022
Hotel Accommodations around Oranjestad, Aruba, most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
JUNE
ST. KITTS MUSIC FESTIVAL
Kt. Kitts | Website
This Caribbean music festival began as an economic driver but its primary goal is to showcase Kittitian talent and connect them with visiting artists, promoters, and tourists. Originally conceptualized as a jazz festival St. Kitts has evolved into all Caribbean region genres, blending them all into a “potpourri of musical delights”. Because this the music festival is credited as the most diversified show in the Caribbean and has hosted an impressive lineup of musicians such as Lionel Richie, K Michelle, Chris Browne, Fantasia, Goo Goo Dolls, Kenny Rogers, and more.
Date: June 22, 2022 - June 26, 2022*
Hotel Accommodations around Basseterre, Stain Kitts, most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
JULY
REGGAE SUMFEST
Jamaica | Website
Reggae Sumfest is considered one of the biggest festivals in the Caribbean region.
Sumfest has become the Caribbean’s premiere music festival destination celebrating Jamaica’s indigenous music that has influenced global chart-topping urban and pop music. Many of Sumfest’s performances can be streamed online, allowing a global audience and becoming one of the most viewed festivals in the world. The festival has hosted acts and artists such as Barrington Levy, Rihanna, Bounty Killer, Damian Marley, Ziggy Marley, Kayne West, and more.
Date: TBA
Hotel Accommodations around Montego Bay, Jamaica, most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
CURAÇAO NORTH SEA JAZZ
Willemstad, Curacao | Website
Although pegged as a jazz festival the Curacao North Sea Jazz Festival actually has music for just about everybody. In past years they’ve brought A-list performers such as Mariah Carey, Maroon 5, Pitbull, Lionel Richie, Gladys Knight, and Nicky Jam. Curaçao is often an overlooked island but beyond hosting a world-class music festival is has so much to offer in the way of adventure, culture, beautiful Caribbean resorts, and heritage.
Date: July 8- July 10, 2022
Hotel Accommodations around Willemstad, Curacao most of them suggest are FREE CANCELLATION option or NO PREPAYMENT NEEDED – PAY AT THE PROPERTY
AUGUST
Saint Lucia Roots & Soul Festival
Saint Lucia | Website
A festival dedicated to musicians who are setting new trends in reggae, conscious hip-hop, Afropunk, and R&B, with performances, master classes, and encounters between artists and other actors in the music business. Like Saint Lucia Jazz, there will be free and paying concerts, in various parts of the island, culminating at the Pigeon Island National Landmark.
Date:- third week of August 2022
SEPTEMBER
WELLNESS MUSIC FESTIVAL, ST. LUCIA 2022
Saint Lucia | Website
Bringing together Wellness and Music to Feed the Mind, Body and Soul’
“Wellness Tourism” is a growing market and whereas the Music Festival market is crowded, the Sophisticated Wellness Music market is unserved.
WMF is all about bringing together wellness and music with the inaugural event/location is the beautiful island of St Lucia.
Date: September 19, 2022 - September 25, 2022
Looking for more events around the Caribbean In 2022? Check out our Event’s page.