Melbourne International Jazz Festival offers a diverse lineup of over 130 performances featuring more than 550 artists annually, blending global icons with leading Australian talent across iconic venues. The event showcases new commissions and local artists shaping the future of jazz while promoting accessibility through free or low-cost offerings. Committed to fostering inclusivity, the festival runs artist development programs like the First Nations Artist Residency and gender equity initiatives such as Take Note, celebrating diversity in jazz.
| Type | Music Festival |
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| Date |  Friday October 16 – Sunday 25, 2026 |
| Website |
https://www.melbournejazz.com/program/
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https://www.facebook.com/melbournejazzfestival/
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| Location |
Melbourne
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| Aug 2026: Thu 13 - Sun 23 | Indian Film Festival of Melbourne 2026 | Art | Melbourne | ||
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| Aug 2026: Sat 15 - Sun 16 | Cachivaches Latin Market | Market | Melbourne | ||
August 2026: Sat 15 - Sun 16 Cachivaches Latin MarketMelbourne | |||||
| Aug 2026: Wed 19 - Sun 30 | Now or Never | Festival | Melbourne | ||
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| Aug 2026: Sat 29 - Sun 30 | Animaga Melbourne | Expo | Melbourne | ||
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| Sep 2026: Thu 17 | Run Like A Pirate | Miscellaneous Event | Melbourne | ||
September 2026: Thu 17 Run Like A PirateMelbourne | |||||