In February 2026, the Bahamas will host a unique blend of medicine music, mantra, and indigenous song as Shimshai & Susana bring their ceremonial concert and retreat to Nassau. The duo, known for weaving ancestral traditions from across the Americas with original devotional music, will lead “Ancestral Healing & Sacred Song” at the Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat from February 22 to 25, 2026. As part of this program, they will offer at least one featured Shimshai & Susana concert on the evening of Sunday February 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm, open to retreat guests and concert‑goers at the ashram’s oceanside temple space. For island travelers seeking a softer, spiritual side of the Bahamas beyond resorts and casinos, this concert in Nassau offers a rare, intimate experience.
Confirmed Dates, Venue, and Program Format
Multiple official listings confirm the Bahamas dates and setting:
- Program name:
- “Ancestral Healing & Sacred Song” with Shimshai & Susana.
- Dates:
- February 22–25, 2026 as a Yoga Vacation Program at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, Bahamas.
- Core concert time:
- Shimshai & Susana are listed for a concert / satsang in Nassau at Sivananda Ashram on Sunday February 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm.
- Location:
- Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas, a traditional yoga ashram situated on its own beachfront with views across Nassau Harbour.
The Sivananda site introduces the February 22–25, 2026 program as a Yoga Vacation experience where Shimshai & Susana guide “a journey of the soul, through ancestral teachings, healing practices, and ceremonial medicine music” within the wider ashram schedule of yoga, meditation, and satsang. Their own retreat calendar notes “Sivananda Bahamas Retreat – Sun Feb 22nd 2026 7:00pm to Wed 25th 9:00pm”, aligning with the ashram listing.
Who Are Shimshai & Susana?
The Sivananda presenter profile describes Shimshai & Susana as long‑time ceremonial musicians and facilitators:
- They have worked together for almost two decades, both “in and out of ceremony,” focusing on traditions of the Americas from North to South.
- Their music invokes indigenous languages alongside original and traditional contemporary folk and medicine songs, creating what the ashram calls a “ceremonial concert” that can transport listeners from “the deserts of Mexico to the jungles of Peru and beyond”.
- They are custodians of the Vision Quest and Moondance ceremony in California in the Ollintlahuimetztli lineage and run their own retreat center, La Ventana, near Mount Shasta, California.
Their work combines:
- Guitar‑driven folk, devotional chants, and call‑and‑response mantras.
- Ceremony‑inspired structures and prayers, often including audience participation.
- A focus on Mother Earth, the elements, and ancestral wisdom as living teachers.
For the Nassau program, this translates into concerts and workshops that fit naturally into an island yoga setting.
What to Expect from the Shimshai & Susana Concert in Nassau
The Sivananda course description sums up the heart of the event:
- “Join Shimshai and Susana for a transformative journey of the soul, guided by the powerful fusion of music and ancestral wisdom”.
- The program offers “ancestral teachings and healing practices accompanied by original and traditional ceremonial medicine music”.
From the artist’s event pages and past concert formats, you can expect:
- Evening concert / satsang:
- On Sunday February 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm, a primary concert is scheduled at Sivananda’s temple or outdoor stage, typically presented as part of the ashram’s evening satsang with chanting, meditation, and kirtan‑style participation.
- Multiple sessions over several days:
- Shimshai & Susana’s events page notes that their Bahamas retreat includes “3 afternoon workshops and 2 evening concert satsangs” spread from February 22 to 25, 2026.
- Afternoon sessions often focus on voice, song circle, or ancestral practice, while evening concerts are more expansive musical journeys.
Expect a blend of:
- English, Spanish, and indigenous lyrics.
- Guitar, flute, and percussion backing.
- Group singing, simple refrains for guests to join, and a meditative ambiance suitable for a yoga ashram.
Retreat Setting: Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, Bahamas
Rather than a conventional Nassau concert hall, this event takes place within the peaceful environment of Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat:
- The ashram occupies a beachfront property on Paradise Island, with sandy paths, coconut palms, and views across the harbor to Nassau and its pastel‑colored buildings.
- Daily life at Sivananda includes:
- Twice‑daily yoga classes, meditation, and satsang (group chanting and spiritual talk).
- Vegetarian buffet meals served in an open‑air dining area.
- Time for rest, swimming, or quiet reflection by the water.
The ashram’s “Yoga Vacation” framework means guests attending the Shimshai & Susana concerts are also invited into this broader rhythm. During the February 22–25 program you can:
- Start mornings with meditation and yoga.
- Join afternoon Ancestral Healing & Sacred Song workshops.
- Close the day with evening concert satsangs and mantra.
Nassau, with its cruise pier, colonial downtown, and lively Straw Market, sits just across the water, easily reached by a short boat ride if you want to combine island exploration with retreat life.
Pricing and How to Attend the Concert
Ticketing for the Shimshai & Susana Concert 2026 Bahamas is integrated into Sivananda’s program and accommodation model:
- The ashram typically does not sell separate one‑night concert tickets on external platforms; instead, you book a Yoga Vacation stay that includes:
- Lodging (from simple tent sites or dormitories up to beachfront rooms).
- Two vegetarian meals per day.
- Two daily yoga classes, morning/evening satsang, and access to special programs like the Shimshai & Susana sessions while in house.
- A Bandsintown listing confirms the Shimshai & Susana show at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat in Nassau on February 22, 2026, at 7:00 pm, directing fans to the ashram for more information and tickets.
While the February 2026 nightly rates for Sivananda are not fully detailed on the Shimshai event pages, the ashram’s usual structure is:
- Per‑night pricing by room type that includes meals and programs, with Yoga Vacation rates historically ranging from modest shared‑room prices up to higher private‑room rates.
- Extra donations or suggested contributions sometimes welcomed for guest presenters’ special workshops, but many concerts and lectures are included in the daily stay fee.
For the most accurate cost for February 22–25, 2026, you would check the ashram’s Rates / Book Now section and select those dates, then factor in travel to Nassau.
Travel Tips: Getting to the Concert and Island
Reaching Nassau and Paradise Island
To attend the Shimshai & Susana concert and retreat in February 2026:
- Fly to Nassau’s Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), which has connections from hubs like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Atlanta, Toronto, and New York.
- From the airport, take a taxi to the Nassau waterfront, then a short boat transfer operated by Sivananda across to the ashram on Paradise Island; the ashram provides clear arrival instructions for Yoga Vacation guests.
What to Pack
For a February spiritual music retreat on a Bahamian island:
- Light, breathable clothing, plus a shawl or light sweater for cooler nights by the water.
- Yoga clothes and a modest swimsuit for the ashram’s community beach.
- Sandals or flip‑flops, and a pair of comfortable walking shoes.
- Journal, refillable water bottle, sunscreen, and insect repellent.
The ashram has an atmosphere of simplicity and respect, so pack accordingly rather than bringing flashy clubwear.
Why Shimshai & Susana in the Bahamas Belong on Your Island Journey
For many visitors, the Bahamas means big resorts and cruise‑ship crowds. The Shimshai & Susana Concert 2026 at Sivananda Ashram offers a very different kind of island experience.
Over four days, you can:
- Practice yoga overlooking turquoise water.
- Sit in evening circles where ancestral songs echo across Nassau Harbour.
- Let medicine music and ancestral teachings help you reconnect with yourself, your lineage, and the natural world.
If you are drawn to islands, spirituality, and live music that heals as much as it entertains, this February 22–25, 2026 program is a rare chance to experience all three in one place.
Mark Sunday February 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm as the anchor concert night in your calendar. Plan a Yoga Vacation stay at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat in Nassau, arrange your flights, and pack with intention.
When you arrive on Paradise Island, sit down on the temple floor or under the stars, feel the trade winds against your skin, and let Shimshai & Susana guide you through ancestral healing and sacred song on Bahamian shores.
Verified Information at glance
Event Category: Spiritual / medicine music concert; yoga retreat program; cultural and healing event
Event Name: Shimshai & Susana – Ancestral Healing & Sacred Song (Bahamas Retreat & Concert)
Island / Location: Paradise Island, Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas
Confirmed 2026 Dates:
- Program / retreat: February 22–25, 2026 as a Yoga Vacation Program at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, Bahamas.
- Key concert time: Sunday February 22, 2026 at 7:00 pm, Shimshai & Susana at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, Nassau.
Venue:
- Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat (Yoga Retreat Center, Paradise Island, Nassau, Bahamas).
- Oceanfront ashram offering twice‑daily yoga, meditation, satsang, vegetarian meals, and guest presenter programs.
Organizers / Presenters:
- Shimshai & Susana – medicine music duo and ceremonial facilitators working together nearly two decades.
- Program hosted within Sivananda’s Yoga Vacation schedule as “Ancestral Healing & Sacred Song”.
Program Description (official):
- Sivananda course page: “Join Shimshai and Susana for a transformative journey of the soul, guided by the powerful fusion of music and ancestral wisdom. Experience ancestral teachings and healing practices accompanied by original and traditional ceremonial medicine music”.
- Presenter profile: They invoke indigenous languages along with original and traditional contemporary folk music in a “ceremonial concert” format, rooted in traditions from North and South America.
Schedule Elements (Bahamas Retreat):
- Shimshai & Susana events page: Sivananda Bahamas Retreat includes 3 afternoon workshops and 2 evening concert satsangs from Feb 22–25, 2026.
- Bandsintown / Shazam listings: Shimshai & Susana concert at Sivananda Ashram Yoga Retreat, Nassau, on Feb 22, 2026, at 7:00 pm.
Pricing / Access:
- Attendance is typically via Sivananda Yoga Vacation booking, where nightly rates include lodging, two meals per day, yoga classes, meditation, satsang, and access to guest programs during your stay.
- Specific February 2026 nightly prices vary by accommodation type (tents, dorms, garden rooms, beachfront rooms) and are shown on the ashram’s booking pages; special concert is included for in‑house guests, with any additional workshop fees noted in course details.
Travel Notes:
- Fly into Lynden Pindling International Airport (NAS), Nassau, then taxi to the Nassau waterfront and take Sivananda’s short boat transfer to Paradise Island.
- The retreat center emphasizes a simple, spiritual environment with vegetarian meals and structured daily routine, suitable for those seeking a quiet, contemplative concert experience rather than a commercial arena show.
