More than a festival.
A way of life.
More than a festival.
A way of life.
Montreux Jazz Festival Franschhoek is more than a concert, it is a hospitality-led multi-genre music experience set in the heart of the valley.
Three days – more than 30 local and international acts.
Across two distinct stages (The Arches and Jazz Village), guests can move between world-class performances, curated hospitality and vibrant village energy. Premium by design yet relaxed in spirit, the festival invites you to immerse yourself in music, place and atmosphere as the tempo builds from day into night.
THE ARCHES STAGE
The Arches Stage is the festival’s main stage and is located at the Monument, set against the mountains and framed by the vineyards of Franschhoek.
SHOWS:
Friday 27th and Saturday 28th March from Lunchtime – Midnight
TICKETS/ PASSES:
PRELUDE (General access) day passes.
On the lawns up close to the Arches Stage includes:
- Access to all Arches performances for the day.
- Access to food stalls, bars, merchandise and ablutions.
- This is a cashless environment. POS machines on site only.
- Casual seating around the food area to relax and enjoy.
R2250 per person per day. Click here to book on Ticketmaster
HEINEKEN CRESCENDO LOUNGE (VIP hospitality)
Day and Weekend Passes available for this elevated hospitality experience within The Arches including:
- Access to all Arches Stage performances for the day
- Access to the Crescendo Lounge hospitality area
- Enhanced comfort with premium amenities
- Exclusive Crescendo entrance
- VIP ablutions
- Food and free Heineken
- Full cash bar available for other beverages.
R6 900.00 per person per day pass or R12 650.00 per person per weekend pass.
Book on Ticketmaster – click HERE.
ADAGIO TERRACE (Premium VIP hospitality – Weekend Passes only).
The Adagio experience includes:
- Access to all Main Stage performances for the day
- Hospitality in the exclusive Adagio Terrace – A refined, high-comfort environment
- Curated cuisine and fine wines
- Exclusive Adagio entrance and welcome lounge with special activations – Food and beverages included
- Premium ablutions
- Select number of reserved private pods for 10 or more guests (customisable and include either standard or premium beverages.)
Click HERE to see Artist LineUp
Request a Curated Collection Brochure via email: hospitality@mjfsa.com
JAZZ VILLAGE STAGE
(located in the NG Church)
Intimate performances on Friday 27th March & Saturday 28th from 3pm – Midnight
Limited seating
Tickets sold per show.
[Jazz Village tickets are for this stage only. Arches stage passes are sold separately].
Click here for Jazz Village Artist Lineup
Bookings on Ticketmaster – click here.
SUNDAY SLOWDOWN
Sunday 29 March | 11am – 4pm
As the weekend draws to a close, the festival eases into Sunday Slowdown. A relaxed, community-focused finale.
This un-ticketed day takes places along the Montreux Mile and in the Jazz Village Precinct featuring wine, food, music pop-ups and Franschhoek’s legendary hospitality.
GETTING THERE & STAYING OVER
Accommodation
Montreux Jazz Festival, Franschhoek has partnered with Tourvest to secure accommodation options in and around the valley to assist festival goers. Click here to explore accommodation options.
Transfer and Chauffeur packages are also available. Click here for info
Glamping options now also open through Tourvest. Click here
Park & Ride
Park-and-ride services will operate from these pick-up and drop off points:
- Canal Walk
- Paarl Mall
- Somerset Mall
- Tygervalley Mall
- Stellenbosch Eikestad Mall
Park & Ride tickets are available on Ticketmaster. Add them to your cart when purchasing show tickets or passes, or buy a Park & Ride ticket on its own for a hassle-free way to get to and from Franschhoek.
