Atlanta Jazz Festival 2026 Returns to Piedmont Park

The 49th annual free festival features national and local jazz acts over Memorial Day weekend.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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The 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival is returning to Piedmont Park in Atlanta, Georgia from May 23-25, 2026. The free festival will feature a lineup of national and local jazz artists performing across multiple stages from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. each day. The festival is presented by the City of Atlanta's Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs and is funded through corporate sponsorships and a non-profit organization.

Why it matters

The Atlanta Jazz Festival is one of the nation's largest free jazz festivals, drawing thousands of music fans to the city's iconic Piedmont Park each year. The festival celebrates Atlanta's rich cultural heritage and creative spirit, showcasing both established and up-and-coming jazz talent from across the country.

The details

The 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival will take place over Memorial Day weekend, with performances scheduled from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m. each day, Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25. The festival will feature an exciting mix of traditional, smooth, contemporary, hip-hop, R&B, soul, funk, and modern jazz artists on multiple stages in Piedmont Park. In addition to the music, the festival will also include a family-friendly Publix KidZone, food vendors, shopping, and VIP experiences.

  • The 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival takes place May 23-25, 2026.
  • The festival runs daily from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The players

City of Atlanta - Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs

The organization that presents the Atlanta Jazz Festival, with a mission to educate and entertain a diverse audience of jazz fans while nurturing the next generation of jazz musicians.

Design Essentials

A sponsor of the Atlanta Jazz Festival for the third year in a row, the hair care brand is rooted in the Atlanta community.

Bank of America

A sponsor of the Atlanta Jazz Festival, the bank believes the arts play an important role in strengthening communities.

Sol Fusion

The powerhouse creative force behind One Music Fest, serving as the Festival Manager for the 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival.

Next Level Events

Leading the artist booking and management for the 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival.

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What they’re saying

“We have a fabulous lineup of musicians performing at the 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival. This year's festival features an exciting mix of national and local talent spanning traditional, smooth, contemporary, hip-hop, R&B, soul, funk, and modern jazz.”

— Adriane Jefferson, Executive Director of the City of Atlanta - Mayor's Office of Cultural Affairs (northdallasgazette.com)

“Atlanta is home for us, and community has always been at the heart of Design Essentials. Supporting the Atlanta Jazz Festival for the third year in a row is simply a reflection of who we are — a brand rooted here, built here, and shaped by the people and culture around us.”

— Cornell McBride, CEO, Design Essentials (northdallasgazette.com)

“For nearly five decades, the Atlanta Jazz Festival has reflected Atlanta's rich cultural heritage and creative spirit. At Bank of America, we believe the arts play a meaningful role in strengthening communities and bringing people together through shared experiences.”

— Al McRae, President, Bank of America Atlanta (northdallasgazette.com)

What’s next

Tickets for the VIP Experience & Lounge are available on the festival website, atljazzfest.com.

The takeaway

The 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival continues the city's long tradition of celebrating jazz music and culture, bringing together national and local talent to create an unforgettable Memorial Day weekend experience in the heart of Piedmont Park.