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March 2027
Friday 5th
Saturday 6th
Sunday 7th

3 Days Full of Live Music

Multiple Venues Kiama
Gerringong & Minnamurra

KJBF 2027 40th Anniversary
Save the Dates!

And we're back! Game on. Let's play.
Lock in the dates, get your digs, and slap on your laughing gear.

March 2027
Friday 5th
Saturday 6th
Sunday 7th

FESTIVAL BEER 2025
Yes, have some

Get it. Just get it. The Stoic Brewery Festival Pale Ale.
The official KJBF bevvy!

KJBF 2025 Spotify Playlist

Get in the mood and listen to KJBF 2025 Spotify playlist.

KJBF 2025 Update
Becky Guggisberg
Festival Director

Why Attend?
Mostly Free Fun?
Curated Musical Experiences?
Why Buy Tickets?
Party?

Get the goss on this year's jazz and blues extravaganza!

OFFICIAL MERCH (ANDISE)
Whoa

KJBF 2025 Tee's & Stubbie Holders!
Pickup from Uniting Church or Old Fire Station. Limited quantities.

KJBF 2024 Highlights Reel

Check out all the amazing musicians and festival folk on the KJBF 2024 highlights reel. What a blast!

Set to the beautiful 'Vai Brasil (Libe) by Lux Trevis

THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FESTIVAL PARTNERS

HAUS Management - R&R Productions

Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival is proudly supported by the Australian Federal Government

Kiama Jazz and Blues hits pause for March 2026
It’s with great sadness that we have no other choice but to cancel our beloved festival for 2026. We promise to come back better and stronger for 2027, look after your creative community, our musicians, our artists and all the people making the world a happier place. We need them the most them now more than ever 💪 read along at our website or in this post for some of the reasoning behind the pause. https://www.kiamajazzandbluesfestival.com.au/post/kiama-jazz-blues-festival-announces-pause-for-2026

We're bringing the best sounds to Kiama soon... Stay tuned for the exciting news! 🎷🎶⭐️⁠
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📸 by @jonharris_photography and @chris_frape_photo

MEET THE ARTIST: FINN CALLOW ⁠
@Expensive_Not_Creepy.⁠
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We're SUPER excited to present the incredible work of this year's artist Finn Callow. Finn's a local Wollongong artist making waves with his unique designs, and his creativity knows no bounds. He's always enjoyed KJBF over the years, and is no stranger to a boogie, so is so excited to be a part of the action this year. ⁠
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Soon you'll be seeing his art all around town (including some exciting new KJBF merchandise), so read his artist bio below to get to know Finn! 🎶🎷 ⁠
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Finn is a graphic illustrator/designer based on the south coast who, as a child, swore an oath to never stop having fun. His unique style and ability to fill any space in an unexpected manner allow him to bend the restraints of reality with a childlike absurdity. Finn finds joy in the uniqueness of each mark and idea, and the many paths in which the imagination can wander.⁠
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Thanks Finn!!🐛

KJBF IS BACK FOR 2026!⁠ LET'S PLAY!⁠
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We're so excited to bring the jazz and blues back into town next year, from March 6th - 8th! This is your official Save the Date for all the incredible live music that'll be happening at your favourite local venues. ⁠
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For now, keep your eyes peeled for all the information. 🎶🎷⁠
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Incredible poster by KJBF 2026's artist @expensive_not_creepy

We've missed you all! But don't worry, we'll be back with an exciting announcement tomorrow. Just what it is, you'll have to wait and see...

The Kiama Jazz and Blues Highlight reel 🫶🏼

What a year, we can’t wait to do it all again!

Thanks to @jonharris_photography putting this one together 🕺🏽

Got any feedback for us? You could win 2x Weekend Passes for KJBF 2026!⁠
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We'd absolutely love to hear what you thought about KJBF 2025, whether you were a festival-goer, musician, artist or venue manager.. Good, bad, funny, anything! We'll use your feedback to improve our future events and keep the good times rolling.⁠
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Leave your email in the form and you have the chance to win a Double Pass to next year's event... Good luck!⁠
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The link is below, and you can find it on our website, link in bio!⁠
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https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeydVnZbY5S4ArEXrgG0MYv5WV9VVDx_au5z5q9xXQ31FEzvw/viewform

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📸 by @jonharris_photography

Reminiscing on our favourite weekend!!

A huge shoutout to our amazing photographers, @jonharris_photography and @chris_frape_photo!! They killed it as always.

Enjoy this preview of their photos, and keep your eyes peeled for more to come!

What a weekend 🙌 We just got a few photos back and it's making us wanna relive it all over again... more to share really soon! Huge thanks to our photographers @chris_frape_photo & @jonharris_photography⁠
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Also PSA we have a few tee's left over, in both blue and green for $40 each, if you're after one please send us a DM and we can point you in the right direction!

We’re so glad the rain held off for a weekend of sun and dancing in beautiful Kiama. To those who came down, what was your favourite part?

What a wonderful weekend of jazz and blues! Thanks to all those who came down to see all of our wonderful artists and venues, and make the weekend the best ever.

Keep an eye out for the photo gallery coming shortly to see if you can spot your smiling faces!

See you soon!!

Ready to take things up a notch for the last day of KJBF 2025?! Here's today's schedule.⁠
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Need help, or want to purchase a Wristband? Head on down to the Jazz Info Hub at the Uniting Church, and don't forget to check out the merch and pick up a program!⁠
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See you soon! 🎶😉

We hope you enjoyed a day full of music yesterday, and you're ready for even more! Here are Saturday's set times:⁠
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Need help, or want to purchase a Wristband? Head on down to the Jazz Info Hub at the Uniting Church, and don't forget to check out the merch and pick up a program!⁠
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See you soon! 🎶😉

Here are Friday's set times!⁠
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Need help, or want to purchase a Wristband? Head on down to the Jazz Info Hub at the Uniting Church, and don't forget to check out the merch and pick up a program!⁠
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See you soon! 🎶😉

Here's your 2025 Map and list of venues you'll be running around over the weekend. We can't WAIT! Be sure to eat drink and be merry as a thank you to our wonderful supporting venues 🍻🎶⁠
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@cin_cin_wine_bar⁠
@diggieskiama⁠
@findingfillmores⁠ ⭐️⁠
@jjsindian⁠
@kiamabowlo⁠
@kiamagolfclub⁠
@kiamalibrary⁠
@kiamaslsc⁠ ⭐️⁠
@little_bettys⁠
@little.earth.roasters⁠
@minnamurra_cafe⁠
@naturalnecessity⁠
@parfait.patisserie⁠
@saltwaterkiama⁠
@silica_restaurant_kiama⁠
@slowdoughbythesea⁠
@slowdoughbythesea⁠
@thegrandhotelkiama⁠
@thehungrymonkeyofficial⁠
@topshopkiama⁠
@yvesbythesea⁠
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⭐️ wristband venues ⁠
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See you tomorrow! There's not much left to grab your tickets so you can come dance with us at Fillmore's!

Our 2025 merch is ready to roll out tomorrow from our festival hubs 😍

THREE DAYS TO GO!!!

We can’t wait to see you all in just a few days. Who are you most looking forward to seeing?

Don’t forget to head to the link in our bio to grab your tickets 🎟️🎟️🎟️

Blues is coming for you this weekend! Are you ready?⁠
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🎟️ Get your tickets to support all of our amazing artists!⁠
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📸 by @chris_frape_photo

Everyone is invited to KJBF!!!⁠
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Here at Kiama Jazz and Blues, we are proud to be accessible and inclusive, and we're committed to making this weekend memorable for people of all ages and abilities - and this year is no different.⁠
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In 2025, we have engaged a local Inclusion Project Officer to map the accessibility of our venues. This allows festival-goers with mobility needs to choose a gig that works for them.⁠
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You’ll find the info on the Venues Page on our website, but if you have further questions, contact the venue ahead of time. Accessible parking and toilets to plan your festival can be found on Kiama Council’s Mobility Map here.⁠
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For more information check out our website!⁠
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There are only FOUR DAYS TO GO - make sure you've got yourselves in order! See you soon.

🎶VINYL FAIR🎵⁠
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Come for the Jazz and Blues, leave with a Vinyl! ⁠
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Once again, we've got an incredible vinyl fair at the old fire station! Come by for a peruse of high quality records, soundtracked by @chris_frape_photo on the decks.⁠
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Photos by @jonharris_photography⁠
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🔥 Celebrating International Women’s Day at Kiama Jazz & Blues Festival! 🔥⁠
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We’re all about showcasing amazing talent, and this International Women’s Day weekend, we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible women gracing our stages! If you’re looking for powerhouse performances, here are some of our absolute stars:⁠
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🎶 Friday⁠
✨ Volant⁠
✨ Casuarina Light Phenomenon⁠
✨ Roshani⁠
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🎤 Saturday – International Women’s Day!⁠
🔥 Lil G⁠
🔥 Taya Chani⁠
🔥 Foster Dorka 4tet⁠
🔥 Keepsakes⁠
🔥 Indigo Collective⁠
🔥 Yasmina⁠
🔥 Hussy Hicks closing out the Blues Stage (and honestly, could it be more perfect?!)⁠
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🌟 Sunday⁠
🎶 Hummingbirds / Honeybees & Katandra Choirs at the Gospel Service⁠
🎶 Cinta⁠
🎶 Ella Haber wraps up the festival AND the International Women’s Weekend in style!⁠
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We love these fierce, soulful, and electrifying artists, and we know you will too. ⁠
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Just over ONE WEEK to go until the festival kicks off! Make sure you get your tickets so you can see as many incredible artists as possible! 🎟️⁠
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#IWD #InternationalWomensDay #KiamaJazzAndBlues #WomenWhoRock #LiveMusic #KiamaVibes⁠

You might be thinking to yourself, 'Why should I buy a ticket for Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival?'. ⁠
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Yes - a lot of the festival is free for all to enjoy! But in order to keep the festival going, and because we value support our amazing artists for their work, we have the Weekend Pass! ⁠
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Swipe to read everything you can go to when you have a wristband - it's a whole other world!!⁠
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There are less than two weeks until the festival, but there's still time to grab your tickets! You can buy them online, or on the day from the Uniting Church Jazz Info Hub. To those who have already, thank you so much for your support, and we can't wait to see you all there. 🌊🎷

DJ MAX BOND⁠
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We're so excited to have Max Bond spinning his tracks at the Record Fair on Saturday and Sunday, providing a funky soundtrack to your browsing.⁠
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Chris Frape (aka Max Bond) is a true vinyl enthusiast, keen photographer and humble DJ, Chris is one of the best wax selectors on the East Coast. He's equally at home curating fine dining soundtracks or in front of a heaving dancefloor.⁠
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Come out the vinyls and have a boogie!⁠
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🎟️ If you still need tickets you can grab them from the link in our bio!⁠
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📸Photo by @bag.full.of.sunshine

We know you missed the Hindmarsh Park stage, so this year we're bringing it back! ⁠
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Head on down to the Orry Kelly Stage at Hindmarsh Park to see some incredible acts on Sunday afternoon - we'll have town favourites @horsedrawncadillac and Salty providing tunes by the sea.

🌊🎷 TWO WEEKS TO GO🎷🌊

We can’t believe it’s only two weeks until we welcome you all to Kiama’s sunny shores for Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival 2025.

🎟️There’s still time to get your tickets from the link in our bio, don’t miss out on all the fun! 🎉

Much More Than Music: here are just some of the events you can check out over the KJBF weekend... Why not take a walk around in-between sets to check out some awesome stuff!⁠
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Check our website for more!

Time to organise what venues you'll be hitting up this KJBF ☁️ ⁠
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Who are you most excited to see?

Presenting SIMA's Tour Ready. ⁠
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We're lucky enough to be able to host Sydney Improvised Music Association and their mentorship program known as Tour Ready. SIMA have a passion for Australia's exciting, diverse and unique jazz - and are here to help the growth and development of jazz musicians.⁠
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Taking place at Kiama Uniting Church on Saturday the 8th of March, this is a FREE EVENT, sponsored by SIMA and Sound NSW.

🎟️ Early Bird Tickets Close Tomorrow! 🎟️⁠
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Tomorrow is the last chance to save money on your tickets for Kiama Jazz and Blues fest - what a great gift for Valentines day! ⁠
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We encourage you to not miss out on this awesome offer.⁠
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March 7th-9th is when the whole town comes to life, and we can't wait to see you all there :)

Sunday the 9th - don't miss the @cgdiscs takeover of Finding Fillmores.⁠
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CG Discs is rapidly becoming a key player in Eora/Sydney’s party scene, blending live jazz bands with electronic music in vibrant dance settings. Known for their Jazz Doof events, they’ve cultivated a dedicated following, creating a unique underground sound and culture through musical experimentation with a strong grassroots/community focus. Founded by DJ and producer LEVOS, CG Discs champions local musical talent, offering eclectic DJ sets spanning rare disco, samba, afrobeat, jazz, house, garage, and bass music. Always evolving, their sound is dynamic, experimental, and ever-changing, ensuring each event is fresh, groovy, and full of energy.⁠
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Finding Fillmores is a ticketed venue, so make sure to grab yours from the link in our bio!⁠

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March 2027 Friday 5th Saturday 6th Sunday 7th

3 Days Full of Live Music

Multiple Venues Kiama Gerringong & Minnamurra

THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FESTIVAL PARTNERS

HAUS Management - R&R Productions

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March 2027
Friday 5th
Saturday 6th
Sunday 7th

Multiple Venues Kiama
Gerringong & Minnamurra