Tourism Minister Marsha Henderson: The St. Kitts Music Festival “Is the Heartbeat of Our Tourism

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BASSETERRE, ST. KITTS – As the date draws closer, Selling Travel has described the St. Kitts Music Festival as “one of the Caribbean’s major annual music events,” which will welcome a high-octane roster of talent for its 28th staging this summer.

This year’s lineup features several chart-topping artists, including Kehlani, who won two Grammys earlier this year for her hit song “Folded,” marking her first Grammy wins after receiving multiple nominations over the years, according to writer Steve Harding.

Also scheduled to perform are Fantasia, Beres Hammond, Machel Montano, Mavado, Tarrus Riley with Dean Fraser & The Blak Soil Band, Steel Pulse, Luciano, Aidonia, Masicka, Kranium, Valiant, Voice, Shaneil Muir, Brandon, D’Yani, V’ghn, Zu, Nu Vybes Band International, Edwin Yearwood & Krosfyah, Shelly & Signal Band, Rucas H.E., Rodney Tattat, and Gharlic & The Upper Level Band.

“The St. Kitts Music Festival is a bold statement of our cultural power and our relentless drive to remain the Caribbean’s premier music destination,” said Marsha T. Henderson.

“While the music brings you to our shores, the raw, unfiltered energy of St. Kitts is what will stay with you. We invite you to delve into the hidden corners of our destination—from the rugged beauty of our peaks to the pulse of our street-side culture and the warmth of our local communities.

“This festival is the heartbeat of our tourism, and there is no better time to experience the authentic Kittitian soul that sets us apart.”

Beyond the music, visitors are encouraged to explore the island’s dramatic landscapes and historic architecture, take part in fringe events, and savour the rich culinary scene that defines the start of the Kittitian summer.

British Airways operates a twice-weekly direct flight to St. Kitts from London Gatwick Airport.

Sackville Travel is offering several packages timed to coincide with the festival, including a 10-night bed-and-breakfast stay at KOI Resort Saint Kitts starting from £2,415 per person, departing June 20, 2026. The package includes return flights with British Airways from London Gatwick, transfers, and a complimentary upgrade to World Traveller Plus on the return flight (subject to availability).

A similar 10-night bed-and-breakfast package at the St. Kitts Marriott Beach Resort, Casino & Spa starts from £2,825 per person, with the same itinerary details.