Monterey Jazz
Festival
The 68th Monterey Jazz Festival will present 78 events over three days and nights, September 26-28, 2025 on five stages on the Monterey County Fairgrounds, including the Jimmy Lyons Stage in the arena, and four grounds stages — the Tim Jackson Garden Stage, Pacific Jazz Café, the Courtyard Stage, and, returning for 2025, Dizzy’s Den!
2025 artists will be announced in early April.
Since its debut in 1958, the Monterey Jazz Festival has brought nearly 2,900 unforgettable performances to life—showcasing jazz legends and rising stars on the historic Monterey County Fairgrounds. 2025 will be no exception! Stay tuned for our full lineup and schedule.
For over 65 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.