Manly Jazz 2026

Mark your calendars! We'll see you 18-20 September 2026 for another 3 days of toe-tapping, finger-snapping and soul-stirring melodies.

Australia's longest running jazz festival will return to Manly in 2026 with world-class performers for an unforgettable weekend for jazz enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Council's hugely popular festival will feature a dynamic and diverse program celebrating the rich traditions and evolving future of jazz music with performances to take place across 4 stages and in venues across Manly. From traditional New Orleans jazz, to soul, blues, roots, swing and funk, the lineup will captivate audiences of all ages.

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