Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland
- Dates
- 2027
- Status
- Expected
- Venue
- Playhouse Square
- Price
- Not announced
- Camping
- None on site
- Last checked
- Oct 20, 2026
Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland comes to Playhouse Square, Cleveland, OH, 2027. Froligo tracks ticket prices, attendee feedback and travel details.
The experience
What's special
Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland is an educational festival with year-round programming that culminates in a three-day summer music festival at Playhouse Square, 1501 Euclid Ave. in Cleveland, Ohio. Founded in 1980 by Dr. Thom Horning and Reginald Buckner, it held its 47th annual edition from 25 to 27 June 2026, with nearly 500 artists playing jazz and other genres indoors and outdoors. The 2026 indoor lineup included Sheila E. at the KeyBank State Theatre on Thursday 25 June 2026.
How it works
Indoor concerts are ticketed and take place in Playhouse Square's historic theaters, while all outdoor entertainment is free. The 2026 festival ran for three days from 25 to 27 June 2026, and the jazz programming continues through the year with the Jazz@Tri-C Performing Arts Series and a Master Class Series at the Tri-C Metropolitan Campus.
Who it suits
The festival's educational component connects students of all ages with local and international jazz artists, and its outreach programming provides free cultural access to Cleveland's underserved population. The outdoor entertainment is free to all.
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Listen
No official playlist linked yet. Find Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland on Spotify.
Lineup
Getting there
Nearest airport CLE.
How do I get to Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland?
By car
Most people drive to Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland. The nearest major airport is CLE, 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
Amtrak's downtown Lakefront Station is roughly 1.5 mi from Playhouse Square (short rideshare or transit hop). Station is mid-renovation as of 2026. Realistic only for travelers already routing through an Amtrak corridor, not as an airport connection.
Book / infoBy bus & public transit
Downtown Cleveland's Greyhound station closed Feb 2026 after 78 years. Greyhound now runs from a modular depot in suburban Brook Park, reached via the Red Line's Brookpark station. Budget option for regional travelers, not an airport transfer.
Book / infoCLE has its own RTA rail station in the terminal. Take the Red Line to Tower City Station (~25-30 min), then either walk (~10-12 min) or transfer to the HealthLine BRT (stops at E. 14th St at Playhouse Square) or one of Playhouse Square's own free downtown trolleys (E-Line weekdays 7am-7pm, C-Line evenings/weekends) which stop directly at the theaters. Total airport-to-venue time roughly 45-55 min.
Book / infoTaxi & rideshare
Standard CLE curbside pickup. Playhouse Square itself has an official Lyft rideshare partnership with a dedicated pickup zone at 1600 Euclid Avenue and a promo code for first-time riders.
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
On site parking available. Prepay via Playhouse Square's own site. Two Playhouse Square-affiliated garages (Playhouse Square Garage with a covered 2nd-floor walkway into the theaters, and the Lumen Garage) plus numerous nearby third-party garages/lots (Hanna Garage, US Bank Garage, Platinum Parking, Shaia lots). Cashless payment only at the Playhouse Square garages; no overnight parking permitted. Valet available both sides of Euclid Ave, 2 hrs before first show through after last show. Official rideshare partner is Lyft with a dedicated zone at 1600 Euclid Ave.
🚙 Car hire
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On site parking is available; if you are hiring a car it is worth checking the cost and how early it fills.
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Where
Venue
Playhouse Square
Camping & Accommodation
Where can I stay near Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland?
No on site camping. Here is where to stay nearby.
Budget stays 1
10300 Cascade Crossing, Brooklyn, 44144, Cleveland, OH
Typically $70-130 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesMid-range hotels 6
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTypically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTypically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1800 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates900 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates2000 East 9th Street, Cleveland, OH 44114
Typically $120-220 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesTreat yourself 2
Typically $170-300 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates1515 West 3rd Street, Cleveland, OH 44113
Typically $350-700 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirport hotels 3
4900 Emerald Court Southwest, Cleveland, OH 44135
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates22115 Brookpark Road, Fairview Park, OH 44126
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check rates16501 Snow Road, Cleveland, OH 44142
Typically $100-190 a night off-peak guide, higher on festival dates
Check ratesAirbnb & private camping
Downtown Cleveland (Warehouse District, Gateway, Playhouse Square itself) has a reasonable Airbnb inventory within walking distance of the venue
Search AirbnbNo private-land camping/glamping inside downtown Cleveland (Playhouse Square is an indoor theater district). Hipcamp inventory for the area is rural, well outside the city -- a scenic alternative for attendees willing to drive in, not a practical substitute for this indoor urban festival.
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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.
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Quick answers
When is Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland 2027?
2027
Where is Tri-C JazzFest Cleveland held?
Playhouse Square, Cleveland, OH.