Grammy Winners to Headline Atlanta Jazz Festival

Kamasi Washington, The Roots, and PJ Morton to perform at annual 3-day event in Piedmont Park

Published on Feb. 11, 2026

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The Atlanta Jazz Festival has announced its 2026 lineup, featuring a trio of Grammy-winning artists - saxophonist Kamasi Washington, hip-hop group The Roots, and singer-songwriter PJ Morton. The free three-day festival will take place May 23-25 at Piedmont Park in Atlanta.

Why it matters

The Atlanta Jazz Festival is one of the longest-running and most prestigious jazz festivals in the country, drawing tens of thousands of music fans to the city each year. Securing such high-profile, award-winning acts as the headliners is a major coup that will likely boost attendance and cement the festival's reputation.

The details

The lineup was announced by the Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs, which hosts the annual festival. In addition to the three Grammy-winning headliners, over a dozen other acts will perform during the three-day event. This will be the 49th year for the Atlanta Jazz Festival, which has become a beloved tradition and economic driver for the city.

  • The 2026 Atlanta Jazz Festival will take place May 23-25.
  • The lineup announcement event was held on February 11, 2026.

The players

Kamasi Washington

An acclaimed jazz saxophonist and composer who has won multiple Grammy Awards.

The Roots

A Grammy-winning hip-hop group that serves as the house band for The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.

PJ Morton

A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter and keyboardist known for his blend of R&B, soul, and jazz.

Atlanta Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs

The city agency that hosts the annual Atlanta Jazz Festival.

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What they’re saying

“We're thrilled to have such an incredible lineup of Grammy-winning artists headlining the Atlanta Jazz Festival this year. This festival is a beloved tradition that brings our community together through the power of live music.”

— Mayor of Atlanta (ajc.com)

What’s next

Tickets for the 2026 Atlanta Jazz Festival will go on sale to the general public on March 15, 2026.

The takeaway

The 2026 Atlanta Jazz Festival is shaping up to be one of the most star-studded and anticipated editions of the long-running event, further cementing Atlanta's reputation as a premier destination for live music and jazz enthusiasts.