About this Event
Founded in 1973, Umbria Jazz is Italy’s most important jazz festival and one of the most influential jazz festivals in the world. Born as a touring festival across Umbria, it found its permanent home in Perugia, where the medieval hill town becomes a ten-day stage for jazz, soul, blues, funk, gospel and pop. In 2027 it returns for ten consecutive days of concerts, with headline shows, intimate theatre performances and hundreds of free open-air concerts across the historic centre.
Date & Time
Umbria Jazz 2027 runs from Friday, 9 July to Sunday, 18 July 2027 in Perugia. Concerts run from late morning through late night, with free daytime and evening stages in the squares and gardens, theatre concerts in the afternoon and evening, and headline concerts at the Arena Santa Giuliana in the evening.
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Venue & Location
The festival takes place across the historic centre of Perugia, Umbria, with the main stage at the Arena Santa Giuliana. The Arena is located at Piazza Partigiani, 06121 Perugia (PG), Italy, with further venues including Teatro Morlacchi, Teatro Pavone, Piazza IV Novembre and Giardini Carducci.
Staying overnight?
Check the nearest hotel near the venue.
What to expect
- Umbria Jazz 2027 will bring ten days of live music. Visitors can enjoy jazz, blues, soul, gospel, and many other types of music.
- There will also be free music shows in public squares and outdoor areas around Perugia. The festival also gives young musicians a chance to show their talent.
- The Conad Jazz Contest will return in 2027. Visitors can also join music classes through Berklee at Umbria Jazz Clinics. Families with children can enjoy UJ4KIDS, which offers special activities for young visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to help you plan your visit.
When is Umbria Jazz 2027?
Umbria Jazz 2027 takes place from 9 to 18 July 2027 in Perugia, Italy. It is the main summer edition, with ten days of concerts across the historic centre.
Is Umbria Jazz free?
Much of Umbria Jazz is free, including the open-air concerts in Piazza IV Novembre, Giardini Carducci and along Corso Vannucci. Headline concerts at Arena Santa Giuliana and selected theatre and museum concerts are ticketed and should be booked in advance.
Where is the main venue for Umbria Jazz in Perugia?
The main venue is Arena Santa Giuliana, at Piazza Partigiani in Perugia, a short walk downhill from the historic centre via escalators. Other key venues include Teatro Morlacchi, Teatro Pavone, Piazza IV Novembre, Giardini Carducci and the Galleria Nazionale dell’Umbria.
Who has played at Umbria Jazz, and when is the 2027 lineup announced?
Over five decades Umbria Jazz has hosted jazz legends such as Miles Davis, Dizzy Gillespie and Sarah Vaughan, alongside soul, blues, rock and pop stars. The full 2027 lineup is announced in stages on the official website umbriajazz.it, so check there for confirmed artists, dates and ticket sales.
Is Umbria Jazz suitable for families and first-time jazz visitors?
Yes, it is one of the best festivals in Italy for first-time jazz visitors. Free street concerts, daytime stages, family activities and a relaxed medieval town atmosphere make it easy to dip in and out, while the Arena and theatre concerts offer a deeper experience for dedicated jazz fans.
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