The Jacksonville Jazz Festival returns to Jacksonville, Florida from May 21-24, 2026, showcasing a diverse lineup of jazz, hip hop, funk, electric soul, and pop artists. Legendary disco and funk icon Nile Rodgers & Chic headlines alongside acclaimed jazz bassist and vocalist Esperanza Spalding, bringing together multiple generations of musical talent. The four-day festival also features performances by funk collective Ghost-Note, New Orleans-based jam band Galactic, and rising acts Jelly Joseph, Butcher Brown, and Kim Scott. This multi-genre celebration offers music fans an opportunity to experience both established legends and emerging artists across jazz and contemporary funk sounds.