Jazz & The City Salzburg 2026: Jazz Festival in the Old Town

Welcome to Jazz & The City Festival 2026 in Salzburg

From October 15 to 18, 2026, Salzburg's Old Town once again becomes a stage for jazz, world music and electronic sounds. For more than 25 years, Jazz & The City has been a fixed date on Salzburg's autumn calendar, drawing local and international audiences into the city's lanes and squares, this year under the motto "True Moments".

Highlights and Attractions at Jazz & The City in Salzburg

• Around 40 to 50 venues spread across the Old Town, from churches and caverns to bars and cafés
• Up to 100 concerts over four days spanning jazz, global grooves and electronic music
• International acts such as Yemen Blues, Andy Sheppard, Myra Melford and the Radio String Quartet
• A pre opening on October 14 in the Old Town's restaurant scene kicks off the festival
• Spontaneous "blind date" collaborations where musicians perform together live for the first time
• Historic settings such as the Mozarteum or the Stieglkeller serve as concert venues
• A festival that turns the entire city into a pulsing music metropolis

Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Salzburg

Over four days, Thursday through Sunday, concerts unfold on large open air stages as well as in hidden venues throughout the city. Alongside classic jazz formations, visitors can expect genre crossovers with classical music and electronic sounds, plus collaborations between international artists. The full line up and schedule are published ahead of the festival on the official website.

Tickets and Admission for Jazz & The City Salzburg

Admission to every Jazz & The City sounds concert in the Old Town is completely free, no tickets are required. All current program details and venues are announced through the Altstadt Salzburg website and the free "Events Altstadt Salzburg" app.

Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Salzburg

• Salzburg's Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is largely pedestrian, so arriving by public transport is recommended
• Mid October evenings in Salzburg tend to be cool, so warm clothing and an umbrella are a good idea
• Since the festival is free and popular, arriving early for sought after concerts is worthwhile
• Accommodation in and around the Old Town should be booked early given the autumn tourist season
• The free "Events Altstadt Salzburg" app helps visitors navigate between the many venues