Guitar Academy Mauritius · Second Annual Festival · Past event

Guitar Festival 2026

A full day playing guitar — celebrating music, artistry, creativity and community, with live performances from renowned guitarists, rising students and talented teachers, plus an Open Stage for anyone who wanted to play.

DateSaturday, 26 September 2026
Time11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
VenueCafé du Vieux Conseil, Port Louis
Four musicians performing on stage under the Guitar Festival banner
Live on stage at Guitar Festival 2026.

What was on.

More than a day of live performances — creative spaces, local makers, and activities for all ages.

01

The Craftsmen's Market

Products made by local artists and craftspeople, with the creators on hand to meet — a day to support Mauritian craftsmanship.

02

Guitar & Accessories with Ze Shop

Guitars, strings, picks, straps and other musical accessories were available on site throughout the day.

03

Meet Kurt, Guitar Craftsman

A look at the craftsmanship behind guitar building, maintenance and repair — with the chance to ask about your own instrument.

04

Festival Merch

The official Guitar Festival 2026 merch stand, for taking a piece of the festival home.

05

Guitar Academy Registration

Visitors could register for Beginner or Intermediate classes right at the festival.

06

Guitar Photo Expo

A guitar photography exhibition running throughout the day.

07

Artist Corner

Drawing, experimenting and expressing yourself while listening to live music — open to children and adults.

08

Open Stage

Guitarists brought their own instrument and shared their musical voice with the festival audience, in two sessions at 12:00 PM and 6:30 PM.

09

Food & Drinks

Food and drinks from the restaurant and bar at Café du Vieux Conseil while the music played.

Moments from the day.

The 2nd edition of the Guitar Festival in Mauritius brought together students, teachers and guest artists, with Eric Triton headlining the evening.

A group of children and adults playing guitars together on stage
An ensemble performance on stage.
A woman singing and playing an acoustic guitar on stage
A solo acoustic performance.
Two musicians on stage, one playing cajon and percussion, the other guitar
Percussion and guitar on stage.
A seated guitarist performing on stage
Performing on the festival stage.
Two craftsmen standing at their stall of handmade bags
At the craftsmen's market.

Thank you for joining us.

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