Dynamic, dance-filled, and destined to be delicious, Belize’s 1st International Music and Food Festival (BIMFF) is coming to Ambergris Caye this month! From reggae and soca to classic Belizean street foods like well-loved tacos and barbeque, this summer music and food festival is set to please plenty of palates. Here’s everything we know about the BIMFF taking place July 30-31, 2022, at the Saca Chispas Field in San Pedro, Ambergris Caye.
The line-up for the music festival portion
You probably don’t need an excuse to plan a Caribbean vacation, but the chance to see your favorite musicians performing would definitely be an added bonus. As the first time the music festival sets up its stage at the outdoor Saca Chispas Field venue, 16 Belizean artists and 10 international artists headline to perform throughout the weekend to massive, dance-loving crowds.
16 Belizean artists
Supa G, Ernestine Carballo, TR Shine, Stig da Artist, Flaco Leslie, Yas Thalia, Dajah, King Rome, Brithney Starr, Don Doe, Den Z, Papa John, Centa Stayge Sessions, TLC Band, Denise Castillo, and J Cas.
10 International Artists + 2 International DJs.
Koffee, Patrice Roberts, Demarco, Timaya, Barrington Levy, Ricardo Drue, Teddyson John, Farmer Nappy, Lil Natty and Thunda, Sonora Dinamita (a Mexican Cumbia group), DJ International Stephen, and DJ Supa Twitch.
General Admission
Sales end on Jul 29, 2022.
VIP Admission
Sales end on Jul 30, 2022
ULTRA VIP STANDEE
Sales end on Jul 30, 2022
ULTRA VIP COCKTAIL TABLE
ULTRA VIP BOOTH
What we know about the food festival portion
Ushering in a whole new experience, food vendors will be serving up street eats and ethnic food at the Saca Chispas Field in San Pedro on July 30 and 31 from 11 am to 3 pm. Vegans and vegetarians won’t go hungry at the festival either: Several is slated to feature plant-based dishes—think donuts, beans panades, and even tofu ramen.
Garnaches in Belize at Briana’s Food Place. Image via Quirky Globetrotter
The public is also invited to nominate their favourite vendors for the best of the following food categories: Lobster Chef, Village Food, Tamales, and Soup Vendor. Nominations close July 20 and voting opens July 22 – 23; nominate a food vendor and get a chance to win a general ticket (day of your choice) to the festival! More info here.
This summer, savor the rhythm of Belize with the 1st International Music and Food Festival!
