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Jacksonville Jazz Fest Sponsor - Florida Department of Health

Jacksonville Jazz Fest Sponsor - Tobacco Free Florida

Jacksonville Jazz Fest Sponsors - The Jessie

Jacksonville Jazz Fest Sponsor - Community First CU

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Jacksonville Jazz Fest Media Sponsor - Hot 106.5

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Accommodations for persons with disabilities are availabile upon request. Requests must be made no later than 14 business days prior to the start of the festival.

Grab a bite from one of the food trucks at Ford on

Grab a bite from one of the food trucks at Ford on Bay during the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival—or bring your own food to enjoy throughout the weekend! That’s right… YOU CAN BRING YOUR OWN FOOD 🎷

🍴 Featuring:
• 904 Gyro
• RM Concessions
• Heart & Soulfood
• Seasons Catering
• That’s Amore Pizza
• Finger Lickin

The 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition prese

The 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition presented by Yamaha returns next Thursday 🎹

Join us as five incredible finalists compete for a $5,000 grand prize and the opportunity to perform at #JaxJazzFest!

@JohnLumpkinmusic
@therealdennismarksmusic
@quintinharrismusic
@officialmaxholm
@christianvaldesmusic
@ianmccune_
@Rowantuckermeyer

🎶 Free admission — no registration or ticket required.

For more information, visit JacksonvilleJazzFest.com.

The Jazz Jam Session presented by Hot 106.5 takes

The Jazz Jam Session presented by Hot 106.5 takes over Riverfront Plaza on Saturday, May 23 from 9 PM to midnight following the final Jazz in the Plaza performance of the night.

Hosted by the John Lumpkin Trio, this open improvisational jam session brings musicians together for a night of spontaneous collaboration and unforgettable music.

The Jazz Jam is free to watch & participate in! Musicians interested in sitting in can visit JacksonvilleJazzFest.com/jazz-jam for equipment details.

Sales for Premium Experience Packages presented by

Sales for Premium Experience Packages presented by JAA end THIS FRIDAY, May 15 at 12 PM! 🎷

A limited number of Saturday Single-Day VIP packages have been made available for purchase! These packages were previously sold out, so don’t miss your chance to upgrade your Jacksonville Jazz Festival experience.

Reminder: All packages purchased at this point must be picked up from our office (once ready confirmation has been received) or at the festival.

🎟️ https://JaxJazzFest26.eventbrite.com

Did you know you can bring your own food to the 20

Did you know you can bring your own food to the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival? 🎷 Yep — even a cooler!

Before you arrive, be sure to review the full list of allowed and prohibited items to help make your festival experience as smooth as possible. Please note that certain items are subject to size restrictions.

Visit JacksonvilleJazzFest.com for full festival guidelines and details.

#JaxJazzFest

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2026

Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Hall of Fame vote! The results are in and our hall of fame inductee is the legendary jazz guitarist Jack Petersen!

Join us to honor Jack at the hall of fame ceremony during the Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition presented by Yamaha at the Florida Theatre on May 21st.

Why wait until the festival to shop? 🎷 The offici

Why wait until the festival to shop? 🎷

The official #JaxJazzFest online store is stocked with new merchandise for 2026, giving you the chance to grab your favorites before festival weekend arrives. From t-shirts and posters to hats, lanyards, and chairs — we’ve got you covered.

Supplies are limited, so shop early before your favorite items sell out and arrive festival-ready in style.

JacksonvilleJazzFest.com

Whether it’s your first time attending the Jackson

Whether it’s your first time attending the Jacksonville Jazz Festival or you’re a returning attendee, take a moment to review key details before you arrive 🎷

More information is coming soon, visit JacksonvilleJazzFest.com for the latest festival updates.

May is here, which means the Jacksonville Jazz Fes

May is here, which means the Jacksonville Jazz Festival is right around the corner 🎷🥳

Schedules for both the Ford on Bay and Jazz in the Plaza are available at JacksonvilleJazzFest.com.

Quick Reminder:
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival is free to attend—no ticket required. Looking to upgrade your experience? Premium Experience packages presented by JAA are still available for purchase.

Shipping for Premium packages ends at 11:59 PM on May 3. After that, packages must be picked up. Premium Experience sales close on May 15, so don’t wait to secure yours.

#JaxJazzFest | JacksonvilleJazzFest.com

We’re excited to introduce our newest addition, Ja

We’re excited to introduce our newest addition, Jazz in the Plaza! 🎷

Located in Riverfront Plaza, this stage will highlight local artists all weekend long, bringing the sound and soul of Northeast Florida to Downtown Jacksonville, May 22 - 24.

Enjoy a free, all-ages experience with live music, additional food vendors, and a vibrant atmosphere just steps from the Ford on Bay stage presented by Publix.

JacksonvilleJazzFest.com/JazzinthePlaza

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