May 1-9, 2026
Artistic Director: Stanley Clarke
Produced by BroadStage, SM Festivals, and The City of Santa Monica
Executive Producers:
Martin Fleischmann
Rob Bailis, BroadStage Artistic and Executive Director
Matthew Rimmer, BroadStage Managing Director
About the Festival
Born from the mind of visionary jazz legend Stanley Clarke and inspired by the rich legacy of festivals from Montreux to Monterey, the Santa Monica International Jazz Festival emerges as a new force for the celebration and advancement of jazz. The inaugural festival promises world-renowned headlining performances, star-studded tributes to jazz legends, and multiple stages for emerging talent.
Thank You To Our Partners
Support the Festival as a donor or corporate sponsor, contact sponsor@smjazzfest.com
