Step into the groove at the Monterey Jazz Festival—the longest continuously running jazz festival in the world and a true icon of music history! For more than six decades, this legendary event has hosted some of the greatest names in jazz, from Herbie Hancock and Diana Krall to Esperanza Spalding and Cécile McLorin Salvant.

Set at the Monterey Fairgrounds, the festival transforms the California coast into a stage for world-class performances, soulful improvisations and unforgettable collaborations. Beyond the music, you’ll find delicious local food, lively conversations and a welcoming community spirit that makes the festival as warm as it is inspiring. Whether you’re a lifelong jazz enthusiast or simply looking for a cultural experience to remember, the Monterey Jazz Festival is the perfect harmony of artistry, history and coastal charm.

Since 1958, the nonprofit Monterey Jazz Festival has been dedicated to celebrating America's creativity and cultural heritage by presenting legendary jazz musicians, composers and emerging young stars.