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Fall Festivals Heat Up The Caribbean
Put on your dancing shoes to get your groove on, because the Caribbean’s biggest cultural music festivals are heating up during the Fall season. From the Dominican Republic to Aruba and all across the islands, prepare yourself to be blown away by the biggest cultural events of the year.
Things tend to get steamier in the Fall; whether it is the spicy food being served or a band heating up the stage, there’s always something exciting and surprising about these Caribbean Music Festivals that are guaranteed to leave visitors wanting to coming back every year.
Aruba Music Festival
The famous two-day Aruba Music Festival takes place around the first week of October at the Aruba Entertainment Center in Oranjestaad. The outdoor venue gives visitors outstanding sound quality and a perfect view of the stage no matter where you stand. The venue also has a secondary stage aside from the main stage, so guests can enjoy more live entertainment.
The Aruba Music Festival dates back to the 1980’s. This event, formerly known as the Aruba Jazz and Latin Fest, is held annually, and features well-known musical acts such as Earth, Wind & Fire, Gloria Estefan, Marc Anthony, Lionel Richie, John Mayer, REO Speedwagon, and many others. In 2002, the festival expanded the repertoire from just jazz and Latin to classic rock to appeal to a larger audience in other regions such as North America and Europe. Music goers can enjoy fun in the sun along with some great music. This unique concert allows guests to meet new friends with similar music interest. Admissions can be pricey depending on where you want to sit or stand. Tickets start from $50. For more information on the festival and special hotel packages visit www.aruba.com or 800/390-4936.
Bermuda Music Festival
If you desire a more diverse and international event, the three-day Bermuda Music Festival is for you. Featuring world-class live entertainment at a beautiful outdoor venue, the stages are right next to the pink sand beaches, making this celebration even more spectacular with its scenery and music. Past musical acts include Lionel Richie, Alicia Keys and many local acts, in addition to many international acts; 2009’s headliner is Quincy Jones. The celebration takes place at the Royal Navy Dockyard.
The Bermuda Music Festival, formerly known as the Bermuda Jazz Fest, takes place at the end of October and attracts visitors from all around the world. The diversity in entertainment features impressive vocal and instrumental talent. This experience allows guests to discover both the sounds of international performers and local culture. General admissions start at $85, or higher depending on where you want to sit or stand. For tickets call 808/909-8881. The Fairmont Southampton (800/257-7544, 101 South Shore Road, Southampton, Bermuda) is the main hotel for the event. For more information on the festival visit www.bermudatourism.com or 800/BERMUDA.
Dominican Republic Jazz Festival
The Dominican Republic Jazz Festival, usually held at the end of October or early November, started as a small local event, and now this annual event has became a sensation attracting guests from all over the world. This event is recognized for the country’s deep appreciation for music and features a full line-up of high quality jazz performers. The concert starts in Cabarete, moves to Sosua and ends up in Puerto Plata. In past years, musical acts included Enrique Iglesias, Ricky Martin, and many Cuban and American players. The venue is less than two hours away from Miami and four hours from New York, so take the whole family for a weekend getaway or a mini-vacation. For more information on the festival and event hotels visit www.drjazzfestival.com or call 809/571-3880.
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