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Welcome to the 43rd Merimbula Jazz Festival. If you would like our newsletters sent directly to your inbox, subscribe here.

The wonderful musicians who take part in the Merimbula Jazz Festival perform a wide range of jazz styles from trad through to swing, modern and fusion; there’s something for everyone.

We also want to throw a few other temptations your way.

The wonderfully wild Sapphire Coast where the Merimbula Jazz Festival takes place is known for its award-winning Sydney Rock oysters. There are internationally recognised boutique distilleries, and a range of restaurants and cafes which have gathered many accolades for their cuisine.

Want to stretch your legs between sets? Check out some of the attractions in the local area.

How do I get my pass?

Even though you may have a digital pass on your phone, you will need to get a badge to allow you to move freely between our venues. When you arrive to come to the Jazz Office next to the Visitor Information Centre in Market Street. If you have pre-booked your weekend pass it will be waiting for you. Give your name and in return you will receive a badge and a program booklet. Weekend passes are also available to buy at the Jazz Office during opening hours. The badge is your entry into any one of seven jazz venues, two in Club Sapphire, two in the RSL Club, Twyford Hall, the Lakeview Hotel and Dulcie’s Cottage over the weekend.

I’m not here all weekend

No problem – we have session passes for individual afternoons or evenings. Talk to the helpful volunteers in the Jazz Office who will be able to advise you. Trad bands tend to be in Twyford Hall and Big Bands in either Club Sapphire auditorium or the RSL Club function room. Enjoy your visit.

Looking forward to seeing you in Merimbula!

Denise Dion

President, Merimbula Jazz Festival

Find us at merimbulajazz.org.au

 

We’re working with Humanitix to make registrations and buying tickets for the Merimbula Jazz Festival easier. Tickets for Jazz Lovers will also be available at the Jazz Office on your arrival at the Festival (card payments only).

While you are on the website, take a moment to sign up to our email list and we will keep you informed with any updates.

Bands and Musicians must register before 18th March

There is no fee for bands but band leaders and all members must be fully registered (with payment).
There is a limited number of spots available, and entries received after the closing date cannot be accepted.
Unregistered musicians will not appear in the program book and will not be eligible for a disbursement.

*INSURANCE

Musicians are responsible for the storage and safe keeping of their instruments at all times. The Merimbula Jazz Festival Inc. is not liable for loss or damage to any musical instrument during the Festival.

Planning your first visit/performance?

Please note that we do not pay bands to play. Nor do we pay for travel and accommodation. Bands register for free, musicians pay a small registration fee and in return we provide some food/drink vouchers. A small disbursement is paid back to the musicians who performed if the festival makes a profit.

WEEKEND PASSES

Early Bird Jazz Lover $100 (purchase before 18th March)
Full Fee Jazz Lover $125
Musicians performing on Official Program $15
Musician’s Partner or Parent $55
University and TAFE students $55
School Children (to Year 12) FREE

SESSION PASSES

Friday Evening $50
Saturday Afternoon OR Evening $50
Sunday Afternoon OR Evening $50
Saturday or Sunday All Day $60

FRIDAY 7th JUNE

Programmed live music for the Merimbula Jazz Festival, will start at 4pm in all venues, finishing at 11pm.

SATURDAY 8th JUNE

The program will re-start at noon, and continue through until 11pm.

This year, will see the return of the popular Lakeside Lantern Walk. Assembly will be at 5 pm at Spencer Park, Merimbula. The walk begins at 5:30pm and makes its way into Beach Street, ending near Twyford Hall.

SUNDAY 9th JUNE

The Ecumenical Service will be held at St Joseph’s Catholic Church, Merimbula. The Gospel Choir, one of the festival’s new additions, will take advantage of the wonderful acoustics in St Joseph’s, to bring an added dimension to the much-loved service.

The Jazz Festival program will recommence at noon in all venues and continue through until 11pm. Jazz Quest will be held in the Maple Leaf Room at the Merimbula RSL Club. It’s a great opportunity to hear the future trends of jazz and to be amazed at the talent on show from our young musicians.

MONDAY 10th JUNE

The Jazz Party is a fun-filled day to be held at Merimbula RSL and will feature a line up of popular bands. From 11am until 4pm, there’s non-stop music with five bands and the festival raffle. It is a community event and is free for all. You cannot bring your own food or drinks but there will be plenty available at a reasonable cost.

We look forward to seeing you in Merimbula in 2024 for the Merimbula Jazz Festival.

Dance workshop

Ever watched the wonderful Canberra Swing Katz and thought wouldn’t it be good to have some of those moves?
Now you can with their dance workshop as part of the Merimbula Jazz Festival.

Join the Canberra Swing Katz for one of their fabulous fun workshops at Twyford Hall on Saturday 8 June at 9.30am
It’s just $15 for the hour-long session and you can pay by card or cash. Simply turn up on the day.
Put on your dancing shoes, get some expert tuition and join the party…

• Twyford Hall
• The Lakeview Hotel
• Merimbula RSL Club
• Club Sapphire Merimbula
• Dulcie’s Cottage

Click here for more info about the venues