JAZZ CARIBE: This weekend, Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st of May, the Jersey City Jazz Festival 2026 brings together a select group of Latin jazz stars!

The Jersey City Jazz Festival returns in 2026 with its biggest event yet, inviting music fans of all ages to experience jazz from across the spectrum including straight-ahead, Latin jazz and more throughout an unforgettable three-day celebration. Presented by Exchange Place Alliance, the free event runs from Friday evening, May 29 through Sunday, May 31 along the Hudson River waterfront at Exchange Place Plaza, offering sweeping views of lower Manhattan. Designed to welcome both locals and visitors, the Jersey City Jazz Festival continues to grow as a destination event that’s easy to reach from the tri-state area for a day trip or a full weekend immersed in live music, culture and community.

Exchange Place Plaza

Performances will take place across multiple stages, creating a dynamic, open atmosphere where audiences can move freely between styles, sounds and spontaneous musical moments. Known as a true “musician’s hang," the festival fosters an environment where artists connect, collaborate and celebrate their craft in a relaxed, welcoming setting.

Beyond the music, attendees can explore a curated artisan marketplace, enjoy a wide selection of food trucks and take part in the Community Zone, which features free activities for children along with interactive dance classes for all ages.

Saturday May 30, 2026

RWJBarnabas Health Plaza Stage (Free!)

12 noon — Riverview Jazz All-Stars

2 pm - Tim Berne 6

4 pm - Melvis Santa