Jazz, soul, funk, Latin energy and pure showmanship. San Jose Jazz Summer Fest is back August 7th – 9th with a lineup packed with jazz and R&B legends alongside the hottest rising artists.
You’ll see superstar Patti LaBelle, joined by Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue, Zapp Ft. Tuxedo, Afro-Cuban All Stars, Joe Bataan, The Soul Rebels, Thee Sinseers and dozens more across eight stages over three days.
Join the thousands of music lovers who come to downtown San Jose each year to celebrate the diverse spirit of the Silicon Valley and let VTA be your stress-free way to get to the festivities. Transit — VTA’s official app recommendation for trip planning and navigation — makes navigating the Bay Area a breeze with real-time information right at your fingertips.
Nearby Routes:
- Blue or Green Light Rail Lines to Paseo de San Antonio Station.
- Bus Routes 22, 23, 64A, 64B, 66, 68, 72, 73, Rapid 500, Rapid 522, or Rapid 523.
Summer Fest 2026 Ticket Information
Get your tickets and passes on the San Jose Jazz Summer Fest website.
- 3-Day Pass Adult GENERAL ADMISSION (GA)
- Basic access to all outdoor stages, including the Main Stage, Fri–Sun, Aug 7-9.
- 3-Day Pass Adult ALL STAGES
- Access to all indoor and outdoor stages, Fri–Sun, Aug 7–9.
- Indoor seating available after Priority Access and VIP ticket holders are seated.
- 3-Day Pass Adult PRIORITY ACCESS
- Access to all stages, Fri–Sun, Aug 7–9, plus Priority Seating in front of the Main Stage with an exclusive bar.
- Includes priority “first-in” access to indoor stages 15 minutes before downbeat. If the venue is full, Priority Access ticket holders will be admitted first when seats become available.
- 3-Day Pass Adult VIP
- Includes access to all stages, Fri–Sun, Aug 7–9, plus access to the VIP Seating Area at the Main Stage.
- VIP ticket holders enjoy unlimited access to the VIP Pavilion near the Main Stage with one complimentary gourmet meal, a snack, and two alcoholic drinks per day.
- Includes priority “first-in” access to indoor stages 15 minutes before downbeat. If the venue reaches capacity, VIP guests will be first admitted when seats become available.
- 3-Day Pass Child
- Admission to SJZ Summer Fest, Fri–Sun, Aug 7–9 for children ages 5–12. Children must be accompanied by a ticketed adult, and access will match that of the accompanying adult.