
Welcome to the 44th Merimbula Jazz Festival
More than a music event, the Merimbula Jazz Festival brings musicians and jazz lovers together on the beautiful Far South Coast to enjoy the music they enjoy. It's a chance to connect with long-term friends and make new ones through a shared love of jazz.
Listen to all styles from big band, swing, modern, funk, fusion and mainstream to traditional and ragtime across four fabulous days. Sign up for our exciting vocal workshops and be part of the program. Join a Swing Dance workshop and show off some new fancy footwork.
This friendly festival connects musicians and jazz lovers of all ages from across the country
With eight venues - all within walking distance and 100 bands performing, there's something for everyone.
The Merimbula Jazz Festival welcomes and encourages younger musicians to be part of the festival and delights in hearing their interpretations of works, old and new. We think this is important and so does the Bendigo Community Bank, Pambula and Bega, who once again will be supporting the festival and particularly the Youth Jazz Quest.
We look forward to seeing you at the 44th Merimbula Jazz Festival!
Artwork for 2026
This year we're helping to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Merimbula vintage fire truck, also known as the Garford.
The Garford has been used to transport musicians to the opening ceremony and has been a regular feature at the festival. In 2026 it has a special place on our poster, thanks to graphic design work by Nic Tegart.
“Bands like us play to real audiences in real venues and are made part of the community of jazz musicians and fans that make the MJF so special and so enduring.”
Saul Richardson, Jazz Workshop Australia
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