Madison Jazz Festival
- Dates
- Expected June
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Memorial Union Terrace (Wisconsin Union) and venues across Madison
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
The last Madison Jazz Festival was June 19 to 27, 2026, in Madison, WI. Its next dates haven't been announced yet. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Madison Jazz Festival is a nine-day jazz festival in Madison, Wisconsin, with the 2026 edition running from 19 to 27 June. Its 2026 program is spread across venues including North Street Cabaret, Cafe CODA, Arts + Literature Laboratory, Warner Park and Allen Centennial Garden, and closes with two days of music on the Memorial Union Terrace, featuring Nate Smith and The Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio on 26 June and Wycliffe Gordon and Ghost-Note on 27 June.
How it works
The 2026 schedule mixed free and ticketed events: the free outdoor concerts included Mr. Chair at Allen Centennial Garden on 21 June and Orquesta SalSoul del Mad at Warner Park on 22 June, while concerts at North Street Cabaret, Cafe CODA and Arts + Literature Laboratory were ticketed. A free jazz jam took place at Stone Horse Green in Middleton on 21 June for Make Music Day, and a screening of the jazz film Köln 75 was held at the MMoCA Auditorium on 25 June. The Madison Jazz Society's iGnitE jAzz Camp ran from 15 to 19 June 2026 and ended with a showcase concert on 19 June at Trinity United Methodist as one of the festival's kick-off events.
Who it suits
The iGnitE jAzz Camp invites musicians of all ages and levels of experience, as well as audience members, to get involved. The program also includes free outdoor concerts and a student set by the Madison High School Jazz All-Stars on 27 June.
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Listen
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Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport MSN.
How do I get to Madison Jazz Festival?
By car
Most people drive to Madison Jazz Festival. The nearest major airport is MSN, 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
From MSN Door 6, Route D2 runs directly to downtown Madison and the UW-Madison campus, where the Memorial Union Terrace (the festival's flagship venue) sits at the lakefront edge of campus. Other festival venues are spread across Madison, reachable by the same Metro Transit network from downtown.
Book / infoTaxi & 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.
🅿 Parking
Prepay via UW Transportation Services. For the Memorial Union Terrace venue specifically, the nearest campus garage is Lot 6 (Helen C. White Library Parking Garage), described as about 80 feet from Memorial Union; other nearby campus lots include Lot 7 (Grainger Hall Ramp), Lot 46 (Lake & Johnson), and Lot 83 (Fluno Center). The Wisconsin Union itself does not manage campus parking, permits go through UW Transportation Services. The fare-free campus 80 Bus also stops at Memorial Union and near several garages.
🚙 Car hire
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Where
Map shows the center of Madison. The venue's exact point is not confirmed yet.
Venue
Memorial Union Terrace (Wisconsin Union) and venues across Madison
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Madison Jazz Festival?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 1
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 1
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 1
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 1
4402 East Washington Avenue, Madison, WI 53704
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMore hotels nearby 1
Airbnb & private camping
The festival's June 19-27 dates overlap general peak Madison summer tourist season. Downtown, Capitol Square, and near-campus neighborhoods are cited as the best-located areas.
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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
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Quick answers
When is the next Madison Jazz Festival?
Not announced yet. The last festival was June 19 to 27, 2026. The next one is expected in June.
Where is Madison Jazz Festival held?
Memorial Union Terrace (Wisconsin Union) and venues across Madison, Madison, WI.