Memphis Jazz Festival 2026

Downtown Memphis Commission

Join us for the inaugural Memphis Jazz Festival, a three-day festival bringing together local talent, national artists, and music lovers

South Main Street

The Downtown Memphis Commission is excited to announce the inaugural Memphis Jazz Festival, taking place October 9–11, 2026, in Downtown Memphis. The three-day festival will be free and open to the public, bringing together local talent, national artists, and music lovers for a celebration of jazz in the heart of our city.Memphis is known around the world for its music. While blues, soul, rock ’n’ roll, and gospel are deeply woven into our identity, jazz is also an important part of the Memphis music story. The Memphis Jazz Festival will celebrate that legacy while creating a new platform for the musicians and creatives shaping its future.Date: October 9-11, 2026Location: Main StreetCost: Free and open to all!While the Memphis Jazz Festival is free and open to the public, attendees are encouraged to RSVP to stay informed about festival announcements, artist lineups, schedules, locations, and everything you need to know to make the most of the festival experience. The festival lineup includes: Theo Croker, Dear Silas, Parkerhurt Quartet, Memphis Jazz Orchestra, Joe Restivo 4, Henry Conerway III, Stephen M. Lee, The Power to the People Quartet, Pat Register, Hope Clayburn &amp; The Memphis Manes, Gary Topper &amp; Symmetry, Kenny Reed Quintet, and Alex Upton Trio. Updated Dates/Locations:October 9th, Friday - Westin Hotel Lobby - 6 pm to 9 pmOctober 10th, Saturday - New Daisy Theater - 1 PM to 7 PMOctober 11th, Sunday - Main Street Mall &amp; Court Square Park- 1 PM to 7 PM (Between Union Avenue and Peabody Place on Main Street)Day 1- Friday Night Jazz | Friday, October 9 | Westin Hotel Lobby<ul><li>6 PM to 9 PM - The Memphis Jazz Festival kicks off Friday night with jazz performances at The Westin Memphis Beale Street, hosted by Strictly Jazz entertainment.</li></ul>Day 2 - Free Jazz Workshop is cancelled | Saturday, October 10Day 2 - New Daisy Theater | Saturday, October 10Performance Schedule - New Daisy Theater<ul><li>1:00 PM–1:30 PM — DJ Digital Tech (will be spinning between sets)</li><li>1:30 PM–2:15 PM — Alex Upton Trio</li><li>2:40 PM–3:25 PM — Joe Restivo 4</li><li>3:50 PM–4:35 PM — Henry Conerway III</li><li>5:00 PM–5:45 PM — Dear Silas</li><li>7:10 PM–8:00 PM — Theo Croker</li></ul>Jazz Jam at The Dame | Hotel Pontotoc - 9 PMDay 3 - Main Street Mall &amp; Court Square Park | Sunday, October 11Performance Schedule - Peabody Stage<ul><li>1:15 PM - 2:00 PM -- Memphis Jazz Orchestra</li><li>2:35 PM–3:20 PM — The Power to the People Quartet</li><li>4:00 PM–4:45 PM — Parkerhurt Quartet</li></ul>Performance Schedule - Gayoso Stage<ul><li>2:25 PM–3:10 PM — Kenny Reed Quintet</li><li>3:35 PM–4:25 PM — Hope Clayburn &amp; The Memphis Manes</li></ul> Sunset Jazz at Court Square Park<ul><li>3:10 PM–4:10 PM — Stephen Lee &amp; In the Moment</li><li>4:30 PM–5:30 PM — Pat Register</li><li>5:50 PM–7:00 PM — Gary Topper &amp; Symmetry</li></ul> Downtown ParkingUse code JAZZ to get 8 hours of parking for $12 at participating garages:<ul><li><a href="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/mobility-center" title="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/mobility-center" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Mobility Center (60 Beale St)</a></li><li><a href="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/gayoso-garage-p2724" title="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/gayoso-garage-p2724" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Gayoso Garage (106 Gayoso Avenue)</a></li><li><a href="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/250-peabody-place-garage-p2725" title="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/250-peabody-place-garage-p2725" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">250 Peabody Place (250 Peabody Place)</a></li><li><a href="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/shoppers-garage-p2721" title="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/shoppers-garage-p2721" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Shoppers Garage (85 N. Front St)</a></li><li><a href="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/first-park-place-garage-p2720" title="https://downtownmemphis.com/parking/first-park-place-garage-p2720" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">First Place Parking (21 S. 2nd St)</a></li></ul>What you can bring:<ul><li>Lawn chairs and blankets</li><li>Strollers and wagons</li></ul>What you can’t bring:<ul><li>Firearms, knives, explosives, fireworks, or weapons of any kind</li><li>Tents or large umbrellas</li></ul>Be sure to support local restaurants for food &amp; beverages!Throughout the weekend, restaurants throughout Downtown Memphis will join the celebration with jazz brunches, live music, festival-inspired menus, and special offerings throughout the weekend. Support local vendors along the Main Street Mall and Court Square Park on Sunday, October 11, from 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM.

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