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November 7

Funky Jazz Brunch

Venue: Diplomat Radisson Blu
Time: 1 – 5 PM
Artist: Ft. Silk
Brunch gets its groove back with Silk – Bahrain’s funkiest live band and a side of soul.
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November 10

Art of Jazz

Venue: Artology
Time: 7 – 10 PM
Artist: DJ Zoot Suit Riot
Paint, sip, and sway – art sessions meet iced teas, bites and a live jazz set by Zoot Suit Riot, official festival DJ.
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November 13

BJF Opening Party

Venue: Emergency Records
Time: 9 PM – 2 AM
Artist: Du$t
The decks ignite as guest DJs drops the first beat of Jazz Fest season
Free Entry

November 14

Horizons of Cuban Jazz 

Venue: Mar Y Mas, Jumeirah Gulf of Bahrain
Time: 4 – 8 PM
Artist: Salsa Vibes & Du$t
Golden Hour Sessions with Salsa Vibes and DU$T.
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November 15

Moraba'ti Listening Party

Venue: Al Riwaq Art Space
Time: 5 – 7 PM
Artist: Abdulla Haji
Moraba’at comes alive – an intimate listening journey with Abdulla Haji over coffee and conversation.
Free Entry

November 20

Jazz at the Nest

Venue: Al Riwaq Art Space
Time: 7:30 PM
Artist: Khalid & Victoria
The Nest comes alive with jazz as Bahraini jazz pianist Khalid AlShamlan, accompanied by Victoria, brings a beautiful amalgamation of local talent and rich jazz melodies.
Free Entry

November 20

Quiz n' Wings!

Venue: Bufallo Wings & Rings
Time: 8 PM
Artist: Shannon Crockett
Trivia, wings, and all that jazz – hosted by Shannon Crockett with prizes and tickets to win.
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Jazz at the Nest

Venue: Al Riwaq Art Space
Time: 7:30 PM
Artist: Khalid & Victoria
The Nest comes alive with jazz as Ahmed AlQasim brings pure Bahraini soul to an evening of homegrown jazz.
Free Entry

November 20 -22

Jazz Weekend at the Cinema

Venue: Epix Cinemas
Time: 5 PM
Artist: Music Groups
Films, funk, and popcorn vibes – DU$T spins live before screenings of Princess and the Frog, Bird, and Jazzfieber.
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November 21

Jazz at the Avenues

Venue: Avenues
Time: 7 – 8 PM
Artist: British School of Bahrain
Young talent, big sound – the British School band brings jazz to the heart of the Avenues.
Free Entry

November 22

Woof & Groove

Venue: Bed and Biscuits Boutique Pet Hotel
Time: 4 – 7 PM
Artist: DJ Zoot Suit Riot
Paws, beats and treats – best-dressed pups, live demos and a live jazz set by DJ Zoot Suit Riot on the decks.
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November 27

Open Mic Night

Venue: Art de Cafe
Time: 7 PM
Sing it, play it, or say it – an open stage for voices, verses, and vibes.
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November 28

Jazz at the Avenues

Venue: Avenues
Time: 7 – 8 PM
Artist: American School Bahrain
The American School band turns the mall into a mini jazz stage – youthful, loud, and full of swing.
Free Entry

Funk & Groove

Venue: Bahrain Rugby Club
Time: 6 PM
Artist: Groove Souq
Feel-good Friday energy with Groove Souq.
FREE ENTRY FOR MEMBERS

November 29

Jazz by the Sea

Venue: GB Cafe Bahrain Fort
Time: 5 – 8 PM
Artist: Magda & DJ Zoot Suit Riot
Sunset and soulful jazz – Magda and DJ Zoot Suit Riot set the coastal mood.
Free Entry

December 4

Art and Jazz

Venue: Bahrain Down Syndrome Centre
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Artist: Gege Telesforo

A heartwarming morning of rhythm and smiles led by Gege Telesforo.

Private Event

Jazzin' with the Stars

Venue: St. Christopher’s School
Time: 1 PM
Artist: Manon Mullener Stet
Festival artist Manon Mullener brings the joy of jazz and the power of storytelling to inspire the next generation at St Christopher’s School.
PRIVATE EVENT

December 5

BJF After Party

Venue: Emergency Records
Time: 10 PM – 2 AM
Artist: Manon Mullener Stet live with DJ Derek
The season closer – Manon Mullener 5tet live with DJ Derek closing out Jazz Fest night.
Free Entry

Two Stages. Endless Groove.

EVENT SCHEDULE
DECEMBER 5, 2025

11:30

Gates Open

12:30

American School of Bahrain

Big Band

Spirit of Jazz Stage

12:55

British School of Bahrain

Big Band

Spirit of Jazz Stage​

13:20

St. Christopher's School

Big Band

Spirit of Jazz Stage

13:45

Groove Souq

Funk Jazz

Spirit of Jazz Stage

14:30

The Manama Singers

Acapella Jazz

Main Stage

15:00

The DMT Experience

Nu Jazz

Spirit of Jazz Stage

15:45

Manon Mullener 5tet

Latin Jazz

Main Stage

16:30

Macumba

Cuban Latin Jazz Afro

Spirit of Jazz Stage

17:15

Abdulla Haji & The Rouh Collective

Khaleeji Jazz

Main Stage

18:15

Ana Carla Maza - Caribe Trio

Cuban Jazz

Main Stage

19:30

Frank Gambale All Stars

Jazz Fusion

Main Stage

20:45

Gegè Telesforo & The Big Mama Legacy

Scat Jazz

Main Stage

22:30

Event Wrap

Supported by DJ Zoot Suit Riot and DU$T