The Newport Beach Jazz Festival returns to Newport Beach, California from May 29-31, 2026, featuring a stellar lineup of R&B, soul, jazz, funk, and rock artists. Legendary R&B icons The Isley Brothers headline the three-day festival alongside Grammy-nominated vocalist Ledisi, acclaimed jazz bassist Marcus Miller, and violinist Damien Escobar. The festival showcases 15 talented American artists including smooth jazz favorites Rick Braun and Rahsaan Patterson, Latin jazz percussionist Poncho Sanchez, and rising stars like Nicholas Cole & Julian Vaughn. Music lovers can experience diverse performances from established acts and emerging artists across multiple genres in this Memorial Day weekend celebration.