Manly Jazz

Mark your calendars for Manly Jazz 2025!

We'll see you 19-21 September 2025 for another 3 days of toe-tapping, finger-snapping, and soul-stirring melodies.

Australia’s longest running jazz festival will return to Manly in 2025, with world-class performers for an unforgettable weekend for jazz enthusiasts and music lovers alike. Council’s hugely popular festival will feature a dynamic and diverse program celebrating the rich traditions and evolving future of jazz music with performances set to take place across four stages and in-venues in and around Manly. From traditional New Orleans jazz to soul, blues, roots, swing and funk, the lineup will captivate audiences of all ages.

Accessibility

We welcome everyone to our event. If you have any accessibility or inclusion requirement in order to fully participate, please let us know prior to attending the event by contacting events@nothernbeaches.nsw.gov.au or call 02 8495 5813.

This interactive map will help you explore the accessible features on the Northern Beaches. Use this tool to locate inclusive playgrounds, mobility parking, accessible toilets and much more!

Getting there

Find your best way to get to Manly Jazz and make use of the different transport options.

Parking across Manly can be limited during event peak times. View real-time availability of the 4 paid parking stations in Manly here.

General event FAQs

Can I bring my dog to the event?

Dogs/pets are permitted at the event but need to be on a lead across the event site.
However, dogs/pets are NOT permitted in the Bucketty's Jazz Garden. Assistance animals are permitted, please contact the Events Team.

What should I wear / bring?

Here are our recommendations to have the perfect day:

It can be very sunny and windy so we suggest to pack a hat, sun glasses a light jacket
If rain is forecasted, we encourage you to bring something to keep you dry

Can I bring my own food and drinks?

You are most welcome to BYO food and non-alcoholic drinks, or enjoy something from the Bucketty's Jazz Garden or from the great selection of local restaurants around Manly. We have also partnered with several Manly Jazz Official Venues so you can enjoy more live music throughout the weekend.

Please note, this is a glass free event.

Will there be water on site?

There will be water stations for you to refill and refresh. Please bring your own water bottle.

Can I bring my pram to the event?

Yes, you can bring your pram. The event takes place in the Manly CBD which is fully accessible.

What if it rains?

As this is an outdoor event, we are subject to weather and encourage you to bring wet weather gear (raincoat, poncho, umbrella) in case of light rain.

Behavioural standards

Northern Beaches Council will not tolerate inappropriate behaviour of a threatening, aggressive, or abusive nature towards our audience members, guests, volunteers, staff or partner venue staff. Northern Beaches Council reserves the right to deny admission to the event.

Pricing

Manly Jazz is non-ticketed and free of charge to attend. All you need to do is bring your enthusiasm, your love for music, and your dancing shoes – we'll take care of the rest!