15/05/2026 - 17/05/2026

Manchester Jazz Festival – Opening Weekend

Event information

mjf2026 opens with a spectacular opening weekender at the vibrant urban neighbourhood: mjf2026 @ First Street featuring live music, family-friendly activities, food and drink! 

Enjoy three days of free to access live music, events and soak in the in atmosphere at First Street.

There are two new partner venues: Whittles and George Street Chapel, via our partnership with Oldham Coliseum Theatre, as we venture into the borough! mjf regular and returning venues include: Matt & Phreds, RNCM, Forsyth Music ShopStoller HallLow Four StudioStage & Radio and The Carlton Club. The festival closes with an extended weekend-long party at Band on the Wallwith an afternoon showcase at Aviva Studios 

Browse and purchase tickets for the full festival line-up by day below or click here to view all events!

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