Event Details
Welcome to Jazz and the City Salzburg 2026
From 15 to 18 October 2026, Salzburg's old town turns once again into an open air stage. The festival Jazz&TheCitysounds has stood for contemporary musical diversity between jazz, global groove and electronic music for more than 25 years. Under the motto "True Moments", international and local artists come together at around 40 venues right in the middle of the old town; the festival is organized by the Altstadtverband Salzburg.
Highlights
- Around 40 venues throughout the historic old town (a UNESCO World Heritage Site)
- About 80 concerts over four festival days
- Pre opening on 14 October in selected venues around the old town
- "The Art of Solo" and "The Art of Duo" formats for intimate musical moments
- International acts such as Yemen Blues, Bab L'Bluz, Andy Sheppard and Myra Melford
- Completely free admission to all concerts
Program
A pre opening takes place on 14 October in selected venues around the old town, followed by the official festival opening on 15 October. Until 18 October, concerts spread across major stages, including Residenzplatz, as well as small and unexpected venues throughout the old town. Visitors can drift through the city for four days and discover new sounds in unexpected places. The lineup includes acts such as Yemen Blues, Ernst Molden & Neue Wiener Concert Schrammeln, Bab L'Bluz, Martin Klein, Pixvae, Les Freres Smith, Radio String Quartet, Andy Sheppard, Myra Melford and Sladek.
Tickets
Attending Jazz and the City is completely free; no tickets are needed. The full program along with daily updated times and venues can be found on the website of the Altstadtverband Salzburg and in the free Events Altstadt Salzburg app.
Visitor Tips
- Since admission is free, arriving early pays off for popular concerts on the main stages.
- Plan for comfortable shoes, as the festival spreads across the whole old town and is best explored on foot.
- Bring warm clothing, as October evenings can already be chilly.
- Use the Events Altstadt Salzburg app for daily program updates.
- Check out venues beyond the main stages too, since smaller locations offer their own intimate sets.
