Aarhus Jazz Festival turns Aarhus, Denmark into a citywide celebration of jazz in all its forms each July, with hundreds of gigs across concert halls, cafés, churches, museums, and outdoor stages. Expect everything from classic swing to avant-garde and jazz-tinged electronic, plus easy drop-in highlights like free daytime sets, jazz lunch, and family-friendly kids’ concerts. The vibe is hop-on/hop-off: follow the sound through the centre, then finish with late-night jam sessions in intimate venues.
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DATES & TIMES
• Festival dates (2026): Friday, June 26–Sunday, July 5, 2026. VisitDenmark event calendar.
• Concert times and venue schedules vary; confirm the latest listings in the official program. Official program.
LOCATION
• Aarhus, Denmark (citywide; concerts across multiple venues). Open in Google Maps.
• Venue list (official): Venues.
• Organizer secretariat address: Godsbanen, Skovgaardsgade 3, 8000 Aarhus C. Open in Google Maps.
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Many daytime concerts are listed as free, but some events require a paid ticket or cover charge (varies by venue/organizer). VisitDenmark · VisitAarhus.
• Confirm ticket/entry details on each concert listing in the official program, and on the venue/organizer pages where applicable. Official program.
GOOD TO KNOW
• The organizer notes that the full concert program is published online from April through mid-May (and updated as needed). Organizer info.
• Official updates: Website.
• Contact (Aarhus Jazz Festival secretariat): info@jazzfest.dk · +45 28 60 47 91. Official contact details.
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