Cartagena Jazz Festival 2025: where jazz comes alive
From October 29 to November 16, 2025, Cartagena’s 44th Jazz Festival transforms the El Batel Auditorium into a jazz lover’s dream. It kicks off with a moving tribute to Paco de Lucía, delivered by Josémi Carmona, Chano Domínguez, Duquende, and Farra.
Following the opener, the festival unfolds into a stellar lineup:
- Morgan (Nov 1)
- Kandace Springs (Nov 2)
- Paquito D’Rivera (Nov 7)
- Gustavo Santaolalla with Ronroco (Nov 8)
- Tigran Hamasyan (Nov 9)
- Dorantes & Moisés P. Sánchez (Nov 14)
- Stacey Kent (Nov 15)
- Cécile McLorin Salvant (Nov 16)
A dazzling celebration of tradition and innovation — from legendary tributes to the freshest voices in jazz.
