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
From ABC: Thousands show up to almost-canceled SF’s Fillmore Jazz Festival
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Thousands of music lovers packed the streets Saturday for San Francisco's iconic Fillmore Jazz Festival.
From CBS: Thousands pack San Francisco streets for Fillmore Jazz Festival despite its uncertain future
But it almost didn't happen this year. In April, organizers announced that the event would be canceled for financial reasons, only to be saved by an unnamed donor. But the future of the event may still be in doubt, and the biggest obstacle could be the city itself.
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.
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.
