August 14–15, 2026 · Riverfront

That's a wrap on 2026.

Two days of world-class artists, the Royal Princess yacht dinner cruise, and a riverfront full of people who love this music.

Thank you to every artist, sponsor, volunteer, and guest who showed up and made the weekend what it was. The stage is quiet for now — but not for long.

See how 2026 went down Get next year's dates first

The First Coast Smooth Jazz Festival artwork

2026 · In the books

The 2026 weekend

How First Coast 2026 went down

Click any tile to open it full size — the lineup that took the riverfront stage, the headliners, and the moments that made the weekend.

2Days on the riverfront
9Artists & performers
1Yacht dinner cruise
8Signature events

Royal Princess Yacht Dinner Cruise
The First Coast Harbor Hop
Jax Jam Live
All That Jazz Color & Sip
Conversations & Coffee
VIP Day Party — BirdWild Style
Key of Elegance Dinner Service
AND Cigar Lounge

What happens next

Planning for next year is already underway

We are working on dates, venue, and lineup right now. Nothing is confirmed yet, and we won't announce anything until it is.

Now Behind the scenes
Locking in the weekend, the riverfront venues, and the artists we want back on that stage.
Next Dates announced
The moment the weekend is confirmed, it goes out by email and on social — in that order.
Then The full site returns
Lineup, itinerary, hotel rates, VIP packages, and ticket sales all go live together. That's when you can book.