Next: Friday, September 26, 2025
Runs until Sunday, September 28, 2025 (See all dates)
68th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Fri. September 26th - Sun. 28th, 2025
Monterey County Fairgrounds In Monterey, Calif.
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68th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Fri. September 26th - Sun. 28th, 2025
Monterey County Fairgrounds In Monterey, Calif.
Fri. September 26, 2025 open at 3:00 PM
Sat. September 27, 2025 opens at 11:00 AM
Sun. September 28, 2025 opens at 11:00 AM
Founded in 1958 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit education organization, Monterey Jazz has been committed to celebrating America’s creativity and cultural heritage by presenting legendary jazz musicians, composers, and young rising stars.
Mission
Our mission is to inspire the discovery and celebration of jazz, anchored by an iconic festival.
Vision
We envision a sustainable organization that sets the standard of excellence for jazz, connects a diverse community, and helps people appreciate and learn about jazz as fans and performers.
Values
A love for jazz | Innovation and Creativity | Diversity and Inclusiveness | Professionalism and Excellence | Honesty and Integrity | Collaboration | Respect and Dignity | Flexible and Open | Financially Responsible | Fun
Jazz sits within American culture as a singular and distinctive art form. It has been created by, perpetuated by, and anchored in Black voices and culture. Read our DEI Statement
Monterey County Fairgrounds
2000 Fairground Road in
Monterey , CA
93940
The event runs from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM on the following dates.
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7:00am - 9:00am
9:00am - 10:00am
10:00am - 11:00am
11:00am - Noon