Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2026

May 21–24, 2026Jacksonville, FL, USA · Tailgaters Parking (Main Festival) & The Florida Theatre (Piano Competition)

One of the largest free jazz festivals in the United States, the Jacksonville Jazz Festival has been a premier cultural tradition for over 40 years. Held annually during Memorial Day Weekend in Downtown Jacksonville, the festival features the prestigious Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition, a vibrant Jazz Marketplace, and multiple stages of live music. The event showcases a diverse lineup of world-class jazz legends, regional standouts, and emerging artists, drawing music enthusiasts from across the country to experience the soulful sounds and community spirit of the River City.

Jazz
R&B
Blues
Gospel
Hip-Hop Jazz
Funk
Contemporary Jazz
Pop-Rock
World Beat

Ages: All ages
Family friendly: Yes

The festival implements general recycling programs with bins located throughout the grounds and encourages the use of public transportation and bike corrals to reduce the event's carbon footprint.

Getting there

Venue

Tailgaters Parking (Main Festival) & The Florida Theatre (Piano Competition)

225 Talleyrand Ave, Jacksonville, FL 32202 (Tailgaters Parking); 128 E Forsyth St #300, Jacksonville, FL 32202 (The Florida Theatre), Jacksonville, FL, USA

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