Buenos Aires has a powerful jazz scene, with events throughout the year that jazz lovers and amateurs have to know. We tell you which jazz festivals in Buenos Aires are not to be missed.
Buenos Aires International Jazz Festival (November)
The Buenos Aires International Jazz Festival is undoubtedly the most outstanding event in the city’s jazz calendar and is usually held in November.
This is one of the jazz festivals in Buenos Aires that brings together an impressive roster of international and local artists, with a variety of concerts, jam sessions, workshops and masterclasses.
In addition to many activities besides concerts and jam sessions, this jazz festival is held in many venues in Buenos Aires, it has many venues, including theaters, clubs and outdoor spaces. Many of the events are free.
2. Jazzología at the Centro Cultural San Martín (Fall)
Since 1984, Jazzología has been a fundamental pillar in the promotion of jazz in Buenos Aires. This series of free concerts takes place mainly in autumn, but can be extended to other times of the year at the Centro Cultural San Martín.
You will be able to enjoy concerts and talks on the history of jazz and some of the events are free of charge.
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3. Jazz Festival at the Teatro Coliseo (June) or Jazz Fusion Night
The Teatro Coliseo Jazz Festival or Jazz Fusion Night is another highlight in the jazz cultural agenda of Buenos Aires. The month may vary (this 2024 was held in June), this festival offers a series of concerts at the historic Teatro Coliseo, an amazing place to listen to the best of the local and international jazz scene.
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4. Local Festivals and Jazz Cycles
In addition to the big events, several neighborhoods and jazz clubs organize their own jazz cycles and festivals, such as the Palermo Jazz Festival and the San Telmo Jazz Cycle. You will find these events in different bars, theaters and cultural spaces in Palermo and San Telmo.
5. Summertime
Summertime is a jazz festival that takes place at Bebop Club every summer. If you have never been to Bebop, it is a jazz club in Palermo that makes you feel like you are in New York. They always have shows every day and in the case of the Summertime festival, it’s a great outing for your summer nights.
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