JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA
- Dates
- Expected May (Memorial Day weekend) 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- UCLA Wilson Plaza
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
The last JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA was May 25, 2026, in Los Angeles, CA. Its 2027 dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
Last time around (2026)
The 38th annual edition on May 25, 2026 at UCLA Wilson Plaza featured top-tier jazz and reggae artists performing throughout the day, continuing the festival's tradition of celebrating music, art, and cultural diversity with student and community vendors.
What's special
JazzReggae Festival at UCLA is a student-run festival celebrating jazz, reggae, R&B, and soul music held annually on Memorial Day weekend at UCLA's Intramural Field. Founded in 1986, it has become the largest student-produced festival in the nation, attracting over 30,000 attendees each year and featuring both emerging and legendary artists alongside community and local food vendors.
What people love
Attendees appreciate the outdoor festival setting with live music, food, and drinks in a sunny atmosphere conducive to exploring new music and engaging with diverse cultural programming.
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport LAX.
How do I get to JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA?
By car
Most people drive to JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA. The nearest major airport is LAX, and from there it is a straightforward drive to the venue. Check current road and traffic conditions before you set off, and see parking below.
By train
No direct passenger rail to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
By bus & public transit
No scheduled intercity bus or public transit route to the venue was found. Drive, fly in, or use a shuttle instead.
Taxi & rideshare
Taxis and rideshare such as Uber and Lyft can be limited near the venue, especially late at night or in rural areas. Agree a pickup point and time in advance and keep a backup plan.
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🅿 Parking
Cost $13/day standard visitor rate at most structures. Prepay via UCLA Transportation's own site. UCLA operates numerous parking structures across campus (Structure 2 and others), open 24 hours with both hourly and all-day permits; all-day permits expire 7:59am the next day.
🚙 Car hire
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If you are hiring a car, it is worth checking parking near the venue before you go.
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Where
Map shows the center of Los Angeles. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
UCLA Wilson Plaza
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Mid-range hotels 3
1052 Tiverton Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates10850 Lindbrook Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates170 N Church Ln, Los Angeles, CA 90049
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 1
10740 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90024
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 3
6225 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates6161 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates6151 West Century Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Westwood/West LA Airbnb inventory is active though comparatively limited by LA standards (a dense, largely residential/college area with a mix of restrictive local short-term-rental rules). The event is a single-day (Memorial Day weekend Monday), free-to-low-cost campus festival, a much smaller demand driver than LA's major citywide festivals.
Search AirbnbNot practically applicable. Westwood/UCLA sits in dense central Los Angeles with no meaningful nearby Hipcamp private-land camping inventory; the nearest listings are well outside any reasonable driving radius for a one-day campus event.
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Accessibility & comfort
The organizer does not publish accessibility details. Ask them directly before you travel about step-free access, accessible toilets, seating and anything else you need.
Pricing
While you're in Los Angeles
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Quick answers
When is JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA 2027?
Not announced yet. The last festival was May 25, 2026. The next one is expected in May (Memorial Day weekend).
Where is JazzReggae Festival @ UCLA held?
UCLA Wilson Plaza, Los Angeles, CA.