2026 HAVANA JAZZ FESTIVAL

WHO: Global Arts Live is thrilled to join Colibri Travel & Tours for another trip to Cuba and the Havana Jazz Festival.

WHAT: The Havana Jazz Fest offers eight days of spectacular concerts by top Cuban musicians and international guests, all set in stunning venues across Havana: National Theatre, Fabrica de Arte Cubano, the Museum of Cuban Art. Our trip will go beyond the festival itself with an opening dinner reception and meeting with Cuban musicians performing at Havana Jazz Festival. Every detail of the trip is organized by Colibri Travel & Tours, including fun activities and excursions, meals, transportation, and accommodations.

WHEN: Saturday, January 24 – Saturday, February 01, 2026.

Registration information

Global Arts Live Members | May 28
Nonmembers | June 02
Membership information can be found here.

Questions? Email Mira Strauss at [email protected].

“I had a wonderful experience on the Global Arts Live tour to the Havana Jazz Festival that was organized by Colibri Travel. There were many excursions, they were flexible when our group wanted some changes in the schedule, and our guide, Rafa Batista, was incredible.”

“Colibri did a wonderful job planning a cross-section of activities that offered an excellent perspective on Cuba, its people, and its culture. We were initially a bit hesitant to make the trip, but Colibri assured us that the issues faced by Cuba were unlikely to impact our trip - and they were right. Our guide, driver, and all the people associated with Colibri were a joy to be with. The trip could not have gone more smoothly, and it was a complete pleasure.”

"Colibri Travel provided a fantastic week-long trip to Cuba during the Havana Jazz Festival. Every element of the trip was perfectly coordinated, enabling my wife and I to attend multiple concerts in the evenings and interesting daytime events, including visits to the countryside as well as urban tours and markets. Colibri provided unobtrusive attentiveness for every element of the trip -- from lodging, to meals, to entertainment, to transportation. The result was a thoroughly relaxing and totally trouble-free trip, one of the most enjoyable we have ever taken.”

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is travel to Cuba allowed? Travel to Cuba is still perfectly legal under the travel reason “Support for the Cuban people.”
Do I need a visa? How can I obtain a visa? All travelers are required to obtain a visa before entering the country. Colibri Travel will provide each traveler with their visa. Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months.
What is the difference between the two packages and their accommodations? Accommodation examples can be found here: PDF link
Can kids come? The trip is limited to participants ages 18 years old and up.
How large is the group? The groups will be limited to 20 people, ensuring an intimate experience. Each group will have their own personal guide and driver.
What flight should I take? Colibri Travel will help coordinate flight logistics once you have registered for the trip.
When are the payments due? The registration deposit is due 10 days after your  registration is complete. Final payments are due by October 1, 2025.
Is this a refundable trip? Registration includes a nonrefundable $95 administrative fee. Your payments are refundable if you cancel your registration by September 30, 2025.
Where can I learn more about travel logistics? Colibri Travel can answer any other travel and Cuba-related questions. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to them at [email protected]