Wow, just wow. What a festival it is going to be this year!
Check out the official KJBF 2024 program and get a plan together now.

Frank Sultana's Kiama Jazz and Blues Festival showcase featuring Nathan Beretta, Jesse L. Redwing, James Southwell, Continental Robert Susz, Dan Sullivan, Robert Woolf and the baddest rhythm section in the land Ben Wicks, Sally Wiggins and Adrian Herbert, and a guest list of killer musicians that is growing by the day.

When: Saturday 3-8pm
Where: Kiama Surf Club
NOTE: Day or Weekend Pass required

Get in the mood and listen to KJBF 2024 Spotify playlist.

Author Tom W Clarke, in conversation with Kate Berger presents a trip down musical memory lane inspired by the release of his new book, 'Shoulda Been Higher: A Celebration of 30 Years of triple j's Hottest 100'. Remember the songs, artists, controversies and debates from three decades of the world's greatest musical democracy.

Tom is a stand up comedian and writer, fresh off a run of shows at the Adelaide Fringe Festival. He is a pop culture columnist for the Sydney Morning Herald, has appeared on ABC News Breakfast and The Betoota Advocate Podcast.

When: Sunday 12-12:30pm
Where: Finding Fillmore's
NOTE: Day or Weekend Pass required

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

Check out all the love, laughter and good times had on KJBF 2023 highlights reel.

Set to the music of festival fav... Oyobi.

The festival takes part throughout Kiama's Cafes, Restaurants, Bars, Top Shop car park, Burnetts Garden Centre plus buskers in the street & music in Coronation Park.
This is all FREE to attend over 3 days 8/9/10 March. This is going to be a massive weekend in beautiful Kiama.

2024 brings a new addition, a weekend or day pass, allowing access to 3 very special venues over the 3 day festival. The pass gives you a wrist band and entry to these special locations will be wristband only.

Pass Collection - Uniting Church
Friday 8th 3pm - 6pm
Saturday 9th 9am - 3pm
Sunday 10th 10am - 12 noon

Kiama Seaside Markets
Wednesday 6th - 3pm - 6pm

To close out the festival, Finding Fillmore’s will be hosting the unmissable Jazz Doof Takeover! A selection of some of the weekend's most dynamic, and inspiring performers here for you to vibe and jive to till your heart's content. Expect to see...

Kosher Groove
Lux Trevis
Haztet

This takeover is one you will never forget and there’ll be no better way to wrap up your weekend.

When: Sunday
Where: Finding Fillmore's
NOTE: Day or Weekend Pass required

Join Sweet Tooth opening the KJBF on International Women's Day as they weave a tapestry of jazz that celebrates the power of collaboration, the beauty of mentorship, and the indomitable spirit of women in music.

When: Friday 6pm
Where: Uniting Church Kiama
NOTE: Day or Weekend Pass required

Join us for a special joint Friends of Kiama Library and KJBF event - a talk with Hamish Duncan, author of Out in L.A.: The Red Hot Chili Peppers 1983.

The Red Hot Chili Peppers were going to be a one-time act for a friend's album release party. Forty years later, the funk rock band is one of the best known and the longest running in the United States. This is the story of how it all started.

When: Saturday 2-4pm
Where: Kiama Library

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

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

The Gallery is open. Take a peek at the official photos for KJBF 2023 taken over the course of 3 days by Jon Harris Photography.

Oh, it's big. A massive lineup of top-notch Artists, with more on the way!

Dive into a weekend of pure musical bliss as our town transforms into a haven for music enthusiasts. From the smooth sounds of jazz to the electrifying beats of blues, our festival promises an immersive celebration of talent and creativity.

Seven, yep count 'em seven festival hubs including:

The Bandstand, Top Shops, Burnetts, Le Petite Grand & Cafe de Rude, our new Blues Hub at the Surf Club, Jazz at the Church, and of course everyone's fav Finding Fillmore's.

Sit back, chill with friends, and share the love.

One of the hottest acts from last year are back so get ready to cure your FOMO vibes and elevate your KJBF party experience to a whole new level!
OYOBI and QVLN are bringing the ultimate fusion of electronic jazz that will have you dancing all night long.

Picture blues vibes, jazzy rhythms, tribal beats, and electrifying electronica, all wrapped up in one epic performance. This is not just a party, it's a musical adventure you won't want to miss.

OYOBI will be closing out the Bowlo Saturday night. Don't miss out this time!

Sharing the love of music with a special performance at the Blue Haven Aged care facility on Friday for the residents & their families.
Friday 1.30pm - 2.30pm

Eric Dunan Trio
Eric Dunan, a legendary figure, not only leads the Jazz Program at the Wollongong Con but a mentor, nurturing numerous exceptional artists. Originally from San Francisco, he relocated to Australia in 2001. A skilled musician, he regularly dazzles audiences with his trio, featuring former students Estaphane Malouf and Michael Dominis.
Eric is a familiar voice on ABC Illawarra, where his passion for jazz shines.

We are so excited to present to you the amazing poster for our festival in March, art by the crazy talented young gun @art_tui and pulled together by Amber over at @_wanderermagazine