Merimbula Jazz Festival 2026

Jun 5, 2026 Jun 8, 2026

Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 28 February 2026

About this festival

The Merimbula Jazz Festival is Australia's longest-running annual jazz celebration, held in Merimbula, NSW, bringing together over 500 musicians and 100 bands from across the country. It features diverse jazz styles across eight walkable venues and includes a Youth Jazz Quest to encourage emerging talent.

What this festival offers

Camping available

Don't lose your ears at Merimbula Jazz Festival

The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume — no ringing on the train home.

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Club Sapphire Merimbula

119 Main Street, Merimbula, NSW 2548

Local Currency: AUD

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Last verified 28 February 2026