MANCHESTER: Manchester Jazz Festival

MANCHESTER: Manchester Jazz Festival calendar_today 15 May 2026 place GTR Manchester Prices per event vary and some FREE

The Future of Sound
in the Heart of the North

The City as a Living Stage Manchester Jazz Festival isn’t just a series of concerts; it’s a 10-day takeover where the city’s industrial heritage meets cutting-edge musical innovation.

From May 15–24, 2026, witness the transformation of Manchester and Oldham into a vibrant playground of improvisation, spanning 10+ iconic venues and open-air stages.

Futuristic Features
& Immersive Highlights:

  • The AI & Digital Frontier: Experience the next evolution of jazz at Low Four Studio and Aviva Studios, featuring immersive AV installations and "Digital Originals" that blend live improvisation with real-time AI-generated visuals.

  • The 2026 Piano Trail: Our largest trail yet.

  • Find 16+ artist-designed pianos hidden across the city—from the Corn Exchange to Rochdale -inviting you to become part of the festival’s soundtrack.

  • Genre-Fusing Headliners: * Yellowjackets: The legendary fusion quartet bringing their high-octane "Fasten Up" energy to Band on the Wall.

    • China Moses: A powerhouse of cosmic soul and jazz-noir.

    • Cassie Kinoshi’s seed.: Orchestral jazz reimagined for a new generation.

  • The First Street Weekender: A spectacular, FREE three-day opening party.

  • Two stages, 20+ bands, and the best street food in the North—the ultimate "entry point" for the jazz-curious.

  • Address: First Street, GTR Manchester, M15 4FN, UK
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Admission:

    Various Locations - see below

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