Welcome toMonterey Jazz
70 Years of Jazz History. And Counting.
Since 1958, the Monterey Jazz Festival has brought legendary artists, emerging talent, and generations of music lovers together in one extraordinary place.
In 2027, we celebrate seven decades of groundbreaking performances, only in Monterey moments, and the enduring spirit of jazz.
Join us September 24–26 as we make history together.
THE LEGACY CONTINUES.
Seven decades of extraordinary music. The next chapter begins in 2027.
Be part of our historic 70th celebration.
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Monterey Jazz Education
Monterey Jazz Education Program components include bringing professional jazz artists into local schools, HBCU partnerships, summer jazz camp, all-star student ensembles, online resources, instrument rentals and repertoire, community events, and more.
Be a Friend of the Festival
As a Friend of the Festival, you support Monterey Jazz with a gift of $150 or more annually. Your gift will sustain the important programs and initiatives that nurture and inspire young people each year. You’ll join a special community of jazz supporters, receiving regular updates on the jazz education initiative and invitations to special Monterey Jazz events.
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A LOOK BACK AT MJF69
The Music. The Artists. The Memories.
As we look ahead to our historic 70th anniversary, we’re celebrating the artists who performed at the 2026 Monterey Jazz Festival.
The Monterey Jazz Festival… is the prevailing anchor for West Coast jazz pride.
Monterey Jazz News & Notes
October 12, 2026
MJF69 Reviews
“It was one of the most important nights of jazz music to take place in Northern California in a long time. The 69th annual Monterey Jazz Festival came to a close in…
September 2, 2026
69th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival Tickets On Sale
“Only in Monterey” Events Include Herbie Hancock & Ron Carter Duo, 2026 Commission “America 250” by Meshell Ndegeocello, and the “Monterey Surprise” with…
June 25, 2026
Only in Monterey: Herbie Hancock and Ron Carter Reunite
When Herbie Hancock and Ron Carter convene in the Arena at MJF69 on September 27, they will close a loop that began in 1963 and 1964 and intersected again in 1992 on the same…
For nearly 70 years, Monterey Jazz has been committed to celebrating America’s creativity and cultural heritage by presenting legendary jazz musicians, timeless composers, and young rising stars.