General

Where and when is Gent Jazz 2026?

Gent Jazz 2026 will once again take place at the Bijloke site in Ghent, from July 2 to 18, 2026.
Timetable

You will find the programme for each day below. Or download HERE the programme in pdf format. Start planning now!
Two stages at Gent Jazz

There are two stages at Gent Jazz: the Main Stage (indoor) and the Garden Stage (outdoor). A concert ticket grants access to all concerts on the day for which you purchased a ticket. Valid for a minimum of seven concerts. The Main Stage features various major national and international acts, while the Garden Stage offers even more experimentation and adventure in the open air.
When will the doors open?
Gent Jazz opens its doors at 4.00 pm every day, except on:
- 10 July: 2.30 pm
- 14, 15 & 16 July: 5.00 pm
When do the concerts end?

The last concert on the Main Stage ends between 11:00 PM and 11:30 PM. On the Garden Stage, the music sometimes continues until 12:40 AM.
The full schedule will be posted online by mid-June. You can already find the start times for each artist’s concert on the website.
Lockers

There are a limited number of lockers available on the festival grounds. You can rent one for €5 per locker.
Exclusive Gent Jazz Merch

Also a fan of the Gent Jazz astronaut and branding? Good news! All items can be purchased in our merch shop via this link.
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