Jazz Festivals scheduled in 2025
Montreal International Jazz Festival
Dates: June 26 – July 5, 2025
Location: Montreal, Canada
Recognized as the world’s largest jazz festival, it features up to 3,000 artists from over 30 countries, attracting jazz enthusiasts globally.
montrealjazzfest.com
Montreux Jazz Festival
Dates: July 4 – 19, 2025
Location: Montreux, Switzerland
Established in 1967, this festival is renowned for its eclectic lineups and scenic setting along Lake Geneva.
montreuxjazzfestival.com
North Sea Jazz Festival
Dates: July 11 – 13, 2025
Location: Rotterdam, Netherlands
Since 1976, this festival has showcased a mix of jazz legends and emerging artists, drawing approximately 75,000 attendees annually.
northseajazz.com
Copenhagen Jazz Festival
Dates: July 4 – 13, 2025
Location: Copenhagen, Denmark
One of Europe’s largest jazz events, offering over 1,000 concerts across various venues, from intimate clubs to large outdoor stages.
jazz.dk
Java Jazz Festival
Dates: May 30 – June 1, 2025 Location: Jakarta, Indonesia One of the largest jazz festivals in the Southern Hemisphere, featuring prominent Indonesian and international jazz artists. javajazzfestival.com
Capital Jazz Fest
Dates: June 6–8, 2025
Location: Columbia, Maryland, USA
Celebrating its 32nd year, this festival features over 30 acts across three days, blending jazz with soul music.
capitaljazz.com
Rochester International Jazz Festival
Dates: June 20–28, 2025
Location: Rochester, New York, USA
Featuring a diverse lineup of jazz artists, this festival offers multiple venues and performances throughout the city.
rochesterjazz.com
Newport Beach Jazz Festival
Dates: May 30 – June 1, 2025
Location: Newport Beach, California, USA
This festival showcases a mix of jazz genres, featuring both renowned and emerging artists in a scenic coastal setting.
festivals.hyattconcerts.com
Greenroom Festival
Dates: May 23–25, 2025
Location: Yokohama, Japan
Combining jazz with beach culture, this festival features international and local artists across multiple genres.
greenroom.jp
Cross The Tracks Festival
Date: May 25, 2025
Location: London, United Kingdom
A one-day festival blending jazz, funk, and soul, featuring a variety of artists and food vendors.
crossthetracks.co.uk
San Jose Jazz Summer Fest
Dates: August 8–10, 2025
Location: San Jose, California, USA
Celebrating its 35th year, this festival features over 80 artists across jazz, RB, salsa, and soul genres at nine different venues.
sanjosejazz.org
Jazz San Javier Festival
Dates: To Be Announced (Typically held in July)
Location: San Javier, Spain
This festival hosts international and national jazz artists, offering a diverse lineup each year.
jazz.sanjavier.es
Rio Loco Festival
Dates: June 11–15, 2025
Location: Toulouse, France
A five-day festival celebrating diverse music genres, including jazz, with performances from international artists.
rio-loco.org