Umbria Jazz Festival 2026

Jul 3, 2026 Jul 12, 2026

Curated by Sarah Pagel · Last verified 27 March 2026

About this festival

The Umbria Jazz Festival is one of Europe's most prestigious music events, held annually since 1973 in the historic hill town of Perugia, Italy. During the ten-day July celebration, the city transforms into a vibrant musical hub featuring world-class jazz legends and contemporary stars across historic theaters and open-air stages.

What this festival offers

Don't lose your ears at Umbria 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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Arena Santa Giuliana

Via Baldassarre Orsini, Perugia 06121, Italy

Local Currency: EUR

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Last verified 27 March 2026