Event Details
Welcome to Bohemia JazzFest 2026
The Bohemia JazzFest returns in summer 2026 with its 21st edition, touring five Czech cities from 14 to 21 July 2026. Every concert takes place on a historic town square, under the open sky, and is entirely free of charge. Founded in 2005 by Czech-American jazz guitarist Rudy Linka, the festival has grown into one of Europe's most celebrated summer jazz events. Downbeat magazine lists it among the world's most important cultural events, and each year it draws tens of thousands of fans from across Central Europe.
Cities & Dates 2026
- 14 July 2026 – Prague (Old Town Square / Staroměstské náměstí)
- 15 July 2026 – Pilsen (Plzeň)
- 17 July 2026 – Prachatice
- 18 July 2026 – Hluboká nad Vltavou
- 20–21 July 2026 – Brno (Náměstí Svobody)
Highlights
- Completely free admission – no tickets or reservations needed
- World-class performers from the USA, Europe and beyond
- Open-air concerts on iconic historic squares
- A blend of jazz, blues, funk and world music
- Confirmed Prague acts: Terence Blanchard E-Collective (USA), Hakon Kornstad Ensemble (NOR), Kompost3 (AUT) and the OSA competition (CZE)
- Brno acts: Antonio Lizana Group (ESP), Sunna Gunnlaugs Trio (ISL) and Vertigo (CZE)
- Hluboká nad Vltavou acts: Tin Can Collective (CZE), TriesteLovesJazz (ITA) and Yellowjackets (USA)
Program
The festival opens on 14 July in Prague on the world-famous Old Town Square. Confirmed headliners for the Prague evening include Grammy-winning trumpeter and composer Terence Blanchard with his E-Collective, the Hakon Kornstad Ensemble from Norway and Kompost3 from Austria. The tour continues on 15 July to Pilsen, then moves to Prachatice on 17 July and to Hluboká nad Vltavou on 18 July. The festival closes in Brno with two nights on 20 and 21 July at Náměstí Svobody, featuring the Antonio Lizana Group from Spain and the Sunna Gunnlaugs Trio from Iceland. The full program for all cities is available on the official festival website.
Admission & Tickets
All Bohemia JazzFest 2026 concerts are free of charge and open to everyone without reservation or tickets. As popular evenings attract large crowds, arriving early is highly recommended to secure a good spot, especially in Prague.
Visitor Tips
- Arrive early: The Prague opening night draws a particularly large crowd; aim to be there at least 30 minutes before the first act.
- The festival pairs perfectly with a multi-city trip through the Czech Republic; each host city has its own sights worth exploring.
- Use public transport: Prague's Old Town Square is easily reached by metro and tram.
- July can be warm; bring sunscreen and water for outdoor evenings.
- Book Prague accommodation early as July is peak tourist season.
