MJF69 Artists: A Look Back
Get ready for an extraordinary gathering of talent as Monterey Jazz Festival celebrates its 70th anniversary, Sept. 24–26, 2027!
Tickets go on sale April 9, 2027. Click “MJF Updates” to sign up for lineup announcements, ticket news and everything MJF70.
The people who come here like this vibe, and follow this music enough to plan their whole vacations around it. There’s a real loyalty to this whole experience.
Moments from the 2026 Monterey Jazz Festival
Only in Monterey! A historic one-night-only duo with Herbie Hancock and Ron Carter; Charles Lloyd summoned the elders; spoken word from aja monet and Amy Tan, plus standout performances from Meshell Ndegeocello, Wynton Marsalis, Joey Alexander, Cécile McLorin Salvant, and many others. When we celebrate our 70th anniversary in 2027, there will be countless additional moments for us to share at the fairgrounds. We can’t wait to see you September 24-26, 2027!
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.