Thank you for an amazing 2026!
Thank you to everyone who joined us for an unforgettable weekend of music and community at the 2026 Fillmore Jazz Festival. Your support helped keep the tradition of free live jazz thriving in the heart of SF’s Fillmore District.
Stay tuned for artist announcements and more, as we begin planning for 2027.
Saturday & Sunday, July 3 & 4, 2027
– The Fillmore Jazz Festival Preservation Fund & the Fillmore Merchants Association
Donate – Help Keep the Fillmore Jazz Festival Free
Donate to Fillmore Jazz Festival
DonateThe Fillmore Jazz Festival is one of San Francisco’s largest free music events. Your donation helps fund musicians, staging, security, permits, staffing, and community programming that keep the festival free and accessible to everyone.
Every contribution helps preserve this beloved San Francisco tradition and ensures the music continues for years to come.
2026 Emcees
2026 Vendors
Did you discover a booth and want to find them again? We have all out 2026 vendors here with their social links, location in 2026, and contact info.
News and Press
Hoodline: Fillmore Jazz Fest Roars Back After Cash Crunch Close Call
The Fillmore Jazz Festival is staging its comeback this July Fourth weekend after nearly being cancelled last year due to financial strain.
SF Chronicle: This Free S.F. Jazz Festival Is Back After a Funding Scare
On Saturday-Sunday, July 4-5, the festival fills 12 blocks of Jackson and Eddy streets with more than 30 free jazz performances on five stages
USA Today: Fillmore Jazz Festival Set to Rock San Francisco This Fourth of July
Thousands of San Francisco residents who will be celebrating the city's rich jazz history, one of America's quintessential musical contributions, at this year's 39th annual Fillmore Jazz Festival.
Credits
We want to thank Jason Olaine – our Musical Director – for his continued support for many years!
Jones Memorial Music Director: Ricardo Scales
Calvary Presbyterian Music Director: Karen Lile
Private Group Transportation
In need of group transportation to the Festival? Our partners at CharterUP offer services in San Jose, San Francisco, and most major cities.
Press/Media
New Fillmore 2024 Preview Article
Photos from Fillmore Art Walk 2022
Photo Credit: Lynn Friedman
Photos from Art & Jazz on Fillmore 2022
Photo Credit: Lynn Friedman
Questions?
If you have any event related questions, reach out to Fillmore Merchants Association
Blending Art and Soul in San Francisco’s Most Iconic Neighborhood
From sunrise to sunset, the streets come alive with the rhythm of live music on multiple stages, captivating art, and the flavors of gourmet food and beverages. This vibrant event invites everyone—from residents and community groups to sponsors, local businesses, exhibitors, and food vendors—to take part in a full day of culture, creativity, and connection.
