Lilly Schwartz
Former SFJAZZ Artistic Director Lilly Schwartz brings more than 25 years of experience in jazz programming and artist development to the Tony Bennett Stage at California Street at the 2026 Fillmore Jazz Festival.
DJ Bobby A
DJ Bobby A hosts O’Farrell Plaza throughout the Fillmore Jazz Festival weekend, spinning an eclectic mix of jazz, soul, funk, R&B, and crowd favorites.
Mario Salomon
Mario Solomon is a Bay Area jazz artist known for expressive, groove-driven performances rooted in jazz, blues, and soul. A regular on the Northern California scene, he brings a dynamic, tradition-meets-modern sound to the Fillmore Jazz Festival.
Realtime Collective
Featuring Kristen Strom, Tammy Hall, Ruth Davies, and Sylvia Cuenca, the RealTime Collective showcases some of the Bay Area’s most accomplished jazz musicians.
Freddie Bryant and Kaleidoscope West
Guitarist Freddie Bryant leads Kaleidoscope West, blending jazz with global influences and original compositions in a program shaped by his wide-ranging musical work.
Lavay Smith & Her Red Hot Skillet Lickers
Lavay Smith fronts the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, presenting swing and blues inspired by the great vocalists and bands of the early jazz era.
Mike Olmos Quartet and Friends
Trumpeter and bandleader Mike Olmos leads his quartet and special guests, drawing on his experience as a performer, composer, and mentor to younger musicians.