The Front Porch will host JazzFest events June 4-June 6!

What’s Happening?

In conjunction with the 50th anniversary of Charlottesville’s Downtown Mall, JazzFest 2026 will offer audiences a chance to enjoy nationally and internationally acclaimed artists and many of Charlottesville‘s finest musicians over four days of club, concert, and featured performances.

Multiple stages in the Downtown Mall area will host special events with outstanding artists and the festival will feature a two-night/multi-venue Club Circuit with no cover charges.

The Charlottesville Jazz Festival’s mission is to bring people together through the spirit of jazz—celebrating its culture and qualities of innovation, improvisation, and collaboration.

JazzFest 2026 will foster those qualities for the benefits they offer both the art form and the community.

Thursday, June 4: Stephanie Nakasian Trio ft. pianist Matt Baker 

Friday, June 5: The Robert Jospe Trio ft. pianist Daniel Clarke 

Saturday, June 6: The Charlie Ballantine Trio 

For 3-day passes covering all Jazz Fest events at The Front Porch see the Thursday listing (Stephanie Nakasian Trio)