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Capital Jazz Festival 2026

Sarah Pagel · 28 August 2026

Last edition: 5 Jun 2026 – 7 Jun 2026 · next TBA Columbia, United States

The Capital Jazz Festival is a premier multi-day outdoor music event held annually at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland, showcasing a world-class lineup of contemporary jazz, soul, and R&B artists. Often called "the jazz festival with soul," it attracts fans nationwide for a weekend of live performances, artisan crafts, and diverse culinary experiences.

What Capital Jazz Festival offers

FunkJazzSoul No camping

The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume – no ringing on the train home. We love recommending a product we've been using ourselves for years.

For fans

Where you'll be

Merriweather Post Pavilion

10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

Local Currency: USD

Consider paying in USD locally. Bring cash or use a payment card that supports this currency to avoid extra fees.

An independent music & festival researcher with 10+ years in the global dance scene.

28 August 2026