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NoMad Jazz Festival 2026
The NoMad Jazz Festival, produced by The NoMad Alliance, celebrating its 15th Anniversary, returns August 2–8 with a week of free performances throughout NoMad, culminating in two days of world-class outdoor concerts at Madison Square Park on Friday, August 7 and Saturday, August 8th.
The Mainstage lineup features José James, The Jazz Gallery All-Stars featuring special guest Renée Neufville, Ben Wendel, George Cables, Jaleel Shaw with special guest Camille Thurman, Godwin Louis, John Ellis & Double-Wide, Yuhan Su, plus performances by students from the South Bronx Charter School for International Cultures and the Arts and Swing-Along with Allegra Levy & Friends.
Saturday's family programming includes live music, face painting, bubbles, lawn games, and other activities. New this year, the Flatiron NoMad Partnership hosts a food market Saturday from 12:00–8:00 PM on Broadway between 23rd and 24th Streets, featuring food and beverages from many of the neighborhood's favorite restaurants.
For the full schedule and festival information, visit nomadjazzfestival.com.
Visitors can also purchase NoMad Jazz Festival merchandise (https://nomadjazzfestival.com/shop/) and VIP experiences (https://nomadjazzfestival.com/nomad-jazz-festival-vip-pass/), with all proceeds helping keep the festival free for all. Just bring a blanket. No tickets needed. Come spend an hour or spend the day.
Venue: Madison Square Park
11 Madison Ave
Map
212-255-3346
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