The Kingston Creative Artwalk Festival returns for its monthly staging on November 24th and this month we’re creating a platform for Emerging Creatives! November is Youth Month and for creatives that may be new to performing but no stranger to the arts, the monthly Artwalk Festival promises to provide a space for them to put their talents on display.
Emerging artists, innovators and creators will be able to network and learn from workshops with established creatives to build their skills and knowledge. Young artists are also encouraged to participate by expressing their talent at the Open Mic, where they have the chance to win $20,000. Artisans can reserve a booth and join the Artisan Village to showcase a diverse range of artforms.
Gear up for performances by Pamputtae and Irie Souljah to close out the show!
Don’t forget to go shopping for a keepsake from any of our Artisans at the Artisan Village. Enjoy Paint n Sip sponsored by Red Stripe Flavours and Tours of the Downtown Art District and surrounding communities. The best part? It’s completely FREE to the public and is a VIBE from 11:00 – 5:00!
In partnership with Kingston Creative, Red Stripe Flavours, Main Event and the Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation KSAMC).
More about the festival
Don’t miss your chance to “Discover Downtown” by hopping on the Hop on Hop Off Bus Tour to visit Beat Street, Fleet Street, the National Gallery of Jamaica and so much more. The bus also takes patrons to experience the stunning Tivoli Murals Project and the new sculpture by Camille Chedda in Parade Gardens.
For those who want to shop, browse through the Artisan Village and find unique art, jewellery, craft, clothing and paintings, or check out the items on sale from the local designers. During the day, visit the Institute of Jamaica and the National Gallery of Art or take in an Augmented Reality Mural Tour. All tours can be pre-booked on the Kulcha Connect App. Join in the free Sip and Paint, play a round of Dominoes or just take a stroll from East Street to Orange Street to admire the artwork.
Check out local bars and bistros, F&B Downtown, Nadine’s and Ambassador’s Bar for a beverage. Don’t miss out on the experience this and every last Sunday.
About the Artwalk Festival
The Artwalk Festival started in April 2018 and takes place on the last Sunday of every month in Downtown Kingston on Water Lane and Church Street. This free public arts festival celebrates murals, music, literature, film, animation, dance, fashion, culinary arts and poetry. This is a platform where Jamaican creatives come together to showcase their talents, and Kingstonians bring their families to lyme. The Festival has amazing partnerships with the City (Kingston and St. Andrew Municipal Corporation), the iconic Red Stripe Flavours brand, Catherines Peak Water, Main Events and more!
With the designation of Kingston as a UNESCO Creative City and the Intangible Cultural Heritage Designation for Reggae music, there is a real opportunity for Jamaica to create sustainable platforms for artists that will become catalysts for creative economy growth, national development and commerce. This will enable creatives to develop and capitalise on the wealth of assets that exist in Downtown Kingston, to transform the capital city and positively impact the nation.
Come out and support the culture!
What’s Next At the Artwalk
Take a look at the next Artwalk and save the date! In December, we celebrate Grand Market. If you are a creative or a business and want to get involved, contact us at [email protected] or register to be an artisan at bit.ly/artwalkvendorcall .
