Capital Jazz Festival 2026

Jun 5, 2026 Jun 7, 2026

Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 19 March 2026

About this festival

The Capital Jazz Festival is a premier multi-day outdoor music event held annually at the Merriweather Post Pavilion in Maryland, showcasing a world-class lineup of contemporary jazz, soul, and R&B artists. Often called "the jazz festival with soul," it attracts fans nationwide for a weekend of live performances, artisan crafts, and diverse culinary experiences.

What this festival offers

No camping

Don't lose your ears at Capital Jazz Festival

The sound system will be unforgiving. Loop lets you hear every detail at a safe volume — no ringing on the train home.

For fans

Where you'll be

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Merriweather Post Pavilion

10475 Little Patuxent Pkwy, Columbia, MD 21044, USA

Local Currency: USD

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Last verified 19 March 2026