Murcia Jazz Festival

Murcia Jazz Festival 2027 approaches a new edition with no dates or line-up confirmed by the organisers; the usual programme and calendar will be announced when the festival's organisers make the information public. In the meantime, the previous edition, held in March 2026, remains a useful reference for the format, the venues and the type of artists who usually make up the series.

Status of the 2027 edition

As of the latest available information, there have been no official announcements about the dates or the line-up for 2027. The festival remains part of the cultural offering of the city of Murcia, and its programme will depend on later confirmation by the organisers. Any calendar or line-up announced before it is ratified by official sources should be regarded as unconfirmed.

Recap of the 2026 edition

The most recent edition took place from 6 to 22 March 2026. That series featured a mix of Spanish and international acts, in formats ranging from quartets and sextets to vocal projects and fusion bands. The names on the 2026 programme included:

• Bobby Martínez Sextet
• The Best of Soul
• Steve Coleman & Five Elements
• NY Brass (Bonilla – Sipiagin)
• John Grant
• Leonor Watling & Leo Sidran (Leo&Leo)
• María Toro Quartet

That edition combined concerts in intimate venues with shows in larger-capacity auditoriums, keeping to an artistic approach that alternates between tradition and contemporary exploration within jazz, soul and improvisation.

Venues usually used

The festival moves around the city, making use of a network of theatres and clubs that adapt the programme to different formats. Venues that have hosted concerts include Teatro Romea, Teatro Circo Murcia, Teatro Bernal (El Palmar), Jazzazza Jazz Club (Algezares) and Auditorio de Algezares. The variety of venues allows for both intimate settings and larger halls, with a programme spread across specific dates over several weeks.

Format and artistic approach

Murcia Jazz Festival works as an urban concert series: rather than concentrating all activity into a single weekend, it schedules performances on separate days, allowing audiences to choose specific events. Its usual programming combines established artists, emerging projects and acts that stretch jazz towards soul, fusion and free improvisation.

What to expect in 2027

Although nothing has been confirmed, the organisational structure and the track record of previous editions suggest that the 2027 programme will keep the series' varied and spread-out approach. Confirmation of dates and names will depend on the planning of the local cultural season and on agreements with the artists and theatres involved. When news is published, expect a day-by-day programme, performances at the usual venues and possible side activities related to jazz training and outreach.

Practical tips for keeping up to date

For those following the festival, it is worth bearing in mind that calendar and line-up announcements usually come out far enough in advance to plan attendance at individual concerts. Keeping an eye on the festival's official channels will let you find out:

• Final dates for the 2027 edition.
• Full list of artists and performances by venue.
• Details of times and formats (concerts in venues, themed series or side activities).

Festival background

Murcia Jazz Festival is an established festival whose programme is usually announced in phases. It is usually held in Murcia, Region of Murcia. Its artistic focus is usually linked to jazz. In previous editions it has been scheduled in March. When the organisers confirm dates and line-up, we will update this page with the official information.