Jazz Festival

Save the Date! The 2026 University of Minnesota Jazz Festival will take place February 27 and 28, 2026.
The 2026 event will begin on Friday, February 27 at 7:00 PM with a performance by the University of Minnesota Jazz Combos in Lloyd Ultan Recital Hall. On Saturday, February 28, visiting bands will perform a 20-minute set in Ted Mann Concert Hall and receive a 40-minute clinic from our esteemed clinicians and guest artists. The event will culminate with a mid-day concert in Ted Mann Concert Hall featuring the University of Minnesota Jazz Ensembles and 2026 guest artist (to be announced).
- Dean Sorenson, Jazz Festival director
- TBD, featured guest artist
Festival Registration
Registration for the 2026 Jazz Festival will open in September.
- 2025 registration fees are $400 for each participating big band or combo. 2026 fees yet to be determined.
- For more information about the event, please contact this email address.
2025 Jazz Festival Participating Schools
- Woodbury High School
- Hidden Oaks Middle School (Prior Lake)
- Twin Oaks Middle School (Prior Lake)
- Shakopee High School
- Minnesota Youth Jazz Band 3
- Rosemount High School
- Zimmerman High School