| Question | Answer (checked late October 2026) |
|---|---|
| Dates | 19 to 21 March 2027 (24th edition, announced) |
| Venue | Stone Town; exact venue to be confirmed (Old Fort under restoration, Mnazi Mmoja in 2026) |
| Tickets | Official site busaramusic.org |
| Getting around | On foot in Stone Town; taxis at night |
| Where to stay | Stone Town (on foot), Nungwi or Kendwa beach |
Tickets: the official site
We do not sell tickets. The dates have changed more than once (11-14 March announced in spring 2026, then 19-21 March): rely only on busaramusic.org. Avoid unknown resellers and check the terms before paying.
Where to stay
- Stone Town: the festival is in town, so everything is on foot; see where to stay in Stone Town and boutique hotels in Stone Town.
- Northern beaches (Nungwi, Kendwa): beach and sun, but getting back at night needs private transport; see where to stay in Nungwi and where to stay in Kendwa.
To compare the whole island: where to stay in Zanzibar. From the airport: airport to hotels.
Getting around and back
Stone Town is walkable, but the alleys are dark and winding: go back in a group, ask your hotel to call a trusted taxi and avoid walking alone late. See Zanzibar at night and a weekend in Zanzibar.
Before and after
By day: Stone Town and the Forodhani night market. For other events: events and festivals in Zanzibar 2026-2027.
Frequently asked questions
What are the Sauti za Busara 2027 dates?
19 to 21 March 2027, according to the Tanzanian press and Music in Africa.
Where is the festival held?
In Stone Town; the exact venue is not confirmed (Old Fort under restoration).
Where do I buy tickets?
On busaramusic.org.
Where should I stay?
In Stone Town to walk there.
