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The Ventura Music Festival Announces 2026 Season

Ventura Music Festival Announces 2026 Season & Early Bird Ticket Sale

World-class lineup spans opera, jazz, bluegrass, and chamber music across Ventura’s historic venues and iconic outdoor spaces, June through December 2026

VENTURA, Calif., May 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Ventura Music Festival (VMF), Ventura County’s premier nonprofit performing arts presenting organization, has announced the full lineup for its 31st season, featuring 12 concerts and events from June through December 2026.

The 17th Annual Montclair Jazz Festival | June 16th-August 15th, 2026

JAZZ HOUSE KiDS Announces Full Lineup
and details for 17th Annual MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL

August 15 Downtown Jamboree at Lackawanna Plaza Performers Include:
Take Me to the River New Orleans All-Stars (featuring Cyril Neville)
Dianne Reeves
Christian McBride Big Band w/ Bilal
Patrice Rushen
Spanish Harlem Orchestra
JAZZ HOUSE Collective Celebrates John Coltrane and Miles Davis
Gotham Kings

Five-Week Soundcheck Series Performers Include:
Bobby Watson/Jason Moran (June 16)
The Legendary Count Basie Orchestra under the direction of Guest Conductor John Faddis (July 1)
Michele Rosewoman and Quintessence/Orrin Evans Trio (July 14)
Joel Ross’ Good Vibes (July 28)
Rebirth Brass Band (August 4)

May 13, 2026: Today, the nationally-recognized nonprofit JAZZ HOUSE KiDS announced the full lineup of the 17th annual MONTCLAIR JAZZ FESTIVAL.

The 33rd Annual XPoNential Music Festival in Camden, NJ | Sept. 18th-20th, 2026

XPoNential Music Festival Presented by Subaru Announces 2026 Lineup Featuring Portugal. The Man, Dawes, St. Paul & The Broken Bones, Little Feat, Rebirth Brass Band, Madison Cunningham, Ratboys and Many More

33rd Annual Festival
Returns to Wiggins Park on the Waterfront in
Camden, NJ September 18-20, 2026

May 12, 2026 – Today, WXPN unveiled the lineup for the 33rd annual XPoNential Music Festival presented by Subaru, taking place at Wiggins Park on the Camden, NJ Waterfront September 18-20, 2026.

The 8th Annual San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival | June 13th-14th, 2026

SAN DIEGO SMOOTH JAZZ FESTIVAL TICKETS ARE ON SALE!

Presented By
Legendary Music Icon Charles Wright

Hosted By Eric Darius & Friends
The Rady Shell at Jacobs Park
June 13-14, 2026

Join us June 13th-14th for the 8th Annual San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival. Uniting music lovers from around the world, this annual event combines the soothing sounds of smooth jazz, a variety of delicious cuisine, and an amazing atmosphere that creates an unparalleled experience.

The Soraya Announces Complete 2026-27 Season

Eight Major Debuts, Soraya Original Programs, and the Return of the Jazz at Naz, and LA Seen Festivals

Debuts Include Opening Night – Sutton Foster with the Pacific Jazz Orchestra (Sept. 19); Snarky Puppy (Oct. 3); Majo Aguilar con Mariachi y Banda (World Premiere, Oct. 29); Dance Theatre of Harlem (Nov. 14); National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine (Jan. 23); LA Phil (March 26, 2027); Audra McDonald (April 3, 2027); National Symphony Orchestra (April 29, 2027)

LOS ANGELES, May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Eight prominent debuts will be among the 45 performances to be featured in The Soraya‘s 2026-27 Season, highlighting the performing arts center’s ongoing commitment to the breadth and excellence of its programs.

The Missouri Wine & Jazz Festival | July 11th–12th, 2026

Missouri Wine & Jazz Festival Returns July 11–12, 2026 to Kansas City’s Historic Jazz District 100+Wines•National Artist

Come Sip, Savior and Swing at the Missouri Wine & Jazz Festival 2026 at the all newly renovated Historic 18th & Vine Jazz District — The biggest Wine & Jazz Festival in the region

KANSAS CITY, MO, UNITED STATES, May 4, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Missouri Wine & Jazz Festival Returns July 11–12, 2026 to Kansas City’s Historic Jazz District 100+ Wines • International & National Artists • During FIFA Quarter Final Weekend

The Music at Miller Park in Omaha, NE (FREE!) | June 20th, July 11th and Aug. 8th, 2026

Omaha Performing Arts Announces 2026 Music at Miller Park Lineup, Continues Free Summer Tradition for Omaha Families

This free summer concert series is presented In partnership with Nelson Mandela Elementary School, Minne Lusa and Miller Park Neighborhood Associations, and other community partners.

OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Omaha Performing Arts (O-pa), in partnership with Nelson Mandela Elementary School and the Minne Lusa and Miller Park Neighborhood Associations, today announced the 2026 lineup for Music at Miller Park, the free, community-sponsored outdoor summer concert series at the Miller Park Pavilion, 2707 Redick Ave.

The 1st Annual Forever Mine Music Festival in Chicago, IL | May 23rd-24th, 2026

The Inaugural Forever Mine Music Festival Unveils Stacked Lineup With Kaytranada, Keyshia Cole, Kelly Rowland, and More

The new Chicago festival celebrates the classics and the future of R&B and House Music across three stages at Union Park

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — Forever Mine Music Festival is a first-year festival in Chicago built around the sounds that raised us. The lineup features icons who defined the early 2000s sound and continue to shape the future of R&B and House music.

The 37th Annual Reggae on the River in Humboldt County, CA | Aug. 14th – 16th, 2026

Reggae on the River 2026 Final Lineup Announced

Humboldt County, CA: Reggae on the River has officially unveiled its full 2026 lineup, marking the final artist announcement for the iconic three day music and camping festival taking place August 14 through 16 along the Eel River in Humboldt County, California.

The Jersey City Jazz Festival in NJ | May 29th-31st, 2026

JERSEY CITY JAZZ FESTIVAL 2026 LINEUP REVEALED

Three-Day Waterfront Fest Expands as Jersey City Latin Jazz Festival Merges with Annual Event Featuring Global Talent and Easy Access from NYC

JERSEY CITY, NJ (April 7, 2026) — The Jersey City Jazz Festival returns in 2026 with its biggest event yet, inviting music fans of all ages to experience jazz from across the spectrum including straight-ahead, Latin jazz and more throughout an unforgettable three-day celebration.