Star Time | Wellington Jazz Festival

Wellington

festival
Official tickets via Ticketmaster
WHEN Friday 16 October
ADDRESS 171 Cuba Street, Wellington Directions


Fresh off their June 2026 debut album release, Star Time returns to the Wellington Jazz Festival for yet another epic showdown at San Fran!

Star Time is a high energy Afrobeat jazz ensemble which arose from the ever growing jazz and African music scenes in Te-Whanganui-A-Tara. Led by the charismatic Rwandan-born vocalist Francois Judah, and backed by a massive 8-piece band, they aim to deliver a sonically unforgettable experience in the form of traditional Afrobeat dance rhythms, and spontaneous live arrangements which have set audiences on fire since their formation in 2024.

Star Time has continuously honed in on their signature fusion of afrobeat, dance music and jazz in a way that highlights their undeniably contagious energy as a group. Releasing their debut album ‘WE ARE HERE’ in 2026, this body of work boldly cemented their sound, rooted in homage to African music and rhythms, with the aim of uniting all people on the dance floor.


San Fran holds a Supervised License. Minors are welcome to attend events at San Fran so long as they are accompanied by a legal guardian at all times whilst at the venue.

Frequently Asked Questions

Star Time is a high-energy Afrobeat jazz ensemble performing at the Wellington Jazz Festival with a large 8-piece band and charismatic vocalist Francois Judah.

Star Time's performance dates for the Wellington Jazz Festival are announced on the official festival website.

Star Time performs at San Fran, a popular live music venue in Wellington during the Jazz Festival.

The band Star Time is led by Rwandan-born vocalist Francois Judah, known for his dynamic stage presence.

Star Time plays Afrobeat jazz blending traditional Afrobeat dance rhythms with spontaneous live jazz arrangements.

Tickets for Star Time's Wellington Jazz Festival shows are available for purchase through the festival’s official website.

Star Time’s energetic Afrobeat jazz performances are generally suitable for audiences of various ages; check event details for age restrictions.

Star Time formed in 2024 and has been performing actively since, including their 2026 debut album release.

Yes, Star Time features spontaneous live arrangements during their sets, enhancing the Afrobeat jazz experience.

The full schedule for the Wellington Jazz Festival, including Star Time’s set times, is available on the festival’s official website.

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