Returning for 2026
The Fillmore Jazz Festival returns in 2026 over the July 4 weekend, Saturday and Sunday, July 4–5, bringing live jazz back to the heart of San Francisco’s historic Fillmore District. Join us for a weekend of music, community, and celebration.
A Free 2 Day Festival
Saturday & Sunday, July 4 & 5, 2026
10 am – 6pm
Presented by The Fillmore Merchants Association
Made Possible by Avenue Greenlight
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.
Calling Musicians
Are you ready to play one of the West Coast’s most iconic jazz festivals?
The Fillmore Jazz Festival 2026 is now accepting applications from bands and solo artists ready to bring the sound, soul, and energy of jazz to Fillmore Street.
This two-day street festival draws thousands of music lovers and celebrates jazz in all its forms—classic, contemporary, Latin, funk-inspired, and beyond. Selected performers will play live outdoor stages in the heart of San Francisco’s historic jazz district.
2025 Festival photos
Photographer Lynn Friedman captured the 2025 festival (also 2024 and 2023), the photos are here.
Photos
News and Press
From SF Chronicle: S.F.’s Fillmore Jazz Festival draws thousands after financial rescue, but uncertainty remains
Thousands carted around lawn chairs and squatted down on curbs for the first day of the Fillmore Jazz Festival on Saturday — a feat possible only due to an emergency funding rescue three months ago.
Press Release – June 30, 2025
For Immediate Release The Fillmore Street Jazz Festival is proudly presented by the Fillmore Merchants Association. Established in 1906 the FMA is oldest merchant association in San Francisco. [...]
SFist: Your San Francisco Summer and Fall 2025 Street Fair Mega-Preview
SFist: Your San Francisco Summer and Fall 2025 Street Fair Mega-Preview, Spanning From May to October From SFist Fillmore Jazz Festival (July 5-6) The Fillmore Jazz Festival will be back over July 4th weekend, thanks [...]
Credits
Executive Producer: Karen Lile Productions
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.
The Fillmore Jazz Festival is a smoke-free event pursuant to SF Health Code Article 19L.
Press/Media
New Fillmore 2024 Preview Article
Media: Check in at INFO booth at Bush & Fillmore
Fillmore Jazz Festival 2023
Photo Credit: Lynn Friedman
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
