Hyde Park Jazz Festival

Venues across the Hyde Park, Kenwood and Washington Park neighborhoods will come alive with live jazz during the 20th annual Hyde Park Jazz Festival on September 26-27, 2026.

Dee Alexander courtesy of Hyde Park Jazz Fest

Music lovers will enjoy 34 free performances of local, national and international artists at a varied assortment of venues across Hyde Park, including Rockefeller Chapel, the Smart Museum, Hyde Park Bank, Reva and David Logan Center for the Arts, International House, Augustana Church, Hyde Park Union Church, DuSable Black History Museum and Midway Plaisance.

Featured performers include Chicago’s beloved jazz vocalist Dee Alexander, the legendary Ari Brown Quartet, Bethany Pickens Soulful Coalition and Nicole Mitchell’s Black Earth Sway, among other acclaimed musicians.

Ari Brown photo courtesy of Hyde Park Jazz Fest

This popular event draws fans from all over the city and country, so make sure to plan out the location of the shows in advance and arrive early because seats tend to fill up fast.

The Hyde Park Jazz Festival runs from 12:30 pm to 11:00 pm on September 26 and 1 pm to 7 pm on September 27. Admission is free with a $10 suggested donation. Check out the music schedule here.