Jazz Fest Sarajevo brings leading contemporary jazz, improvised music and hybrid projects to the Bosnian capital. It promotes attentive listening, curiosity and dialogue between musical traditions.
An international stage in Sarajevo
Concerts connect established figures, original projects and musicians from the region. The festival is defined less by a fixed idea of jazz than by exploration, improvisation and encounters across musical cultures.
Music Meeting and learning
The Music Meeting programme enables young musicians to exchange with artists, attend workshops and build professional networks beyond national borders.
Calendar note
The 2026 edition is scheduled for 4–7 November and marks thirty years of Jazz Fest Sarajevo. The detailed line-up and ticketing information are released progressively.
Why it matters
- A demanding international programme.
- Improvisation at the heart of the festival.
- Long-term investment in young musicians.