Monterey Jazz Festival 2026
Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 19 March 2026
About this festival
The Monterey Jazz Festival is one of the world's longest-running jazz events, held annually since 1958 at the Monterey County Fairgrounds in California. It features hundreds of premier artists performing across multiple stages, celebrating both the legacy and the future of jazz music.
Don't lose your ears at Monterey 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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Monterey County Fair & Event Center
2004 Fairground Rd, Monterey, CA 93940, USA
Local Currency: USD
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Last verified 19 March 2026
