# Event Details

- **Event Name**: 37th Annual Newcastle Hunter Jazz festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Presented by Newcastle & Hunter Jazz Club (NHJC) Inc
Newcastle Jazz Festival has earned an enviable reputation amongst music fans as a regular annual event and as such attracts patrons from all states in Australia as well as New Zealand.

This 37th Newcastle Jazz Festival will provide a rich variety of music with multiple bands providing 55 hours of music featuring jazz styles from Traditional Jazz, Mainstream, Swing, Contemporary,  Blues, Jazz Orchestras, Gospel, Gypsy, Bebop, Smooth, Fusion and Big Band.

Some of Australia’s and the Hunter’s finest musicians will provide a wide range of styles designed to cater for every taste. With four rooms and dance areas all under one roof, it’s designed and curated so that patrons can move between one stage area to another, totally immersing themselves in the musical experience.

Murray Scoble, President of the Newcastle Jazz Club, is “proud of the rich history of jazz and jazz musicians that the city of Newcastle has enjoyed. This festival has been running for 37+ years, which is an amazing achievement.”

The Festival is held in the one iconic, amazing and conveniently located space – Newcastle City Hall.

 37th Newcastle Jazz Festival   28 - 30 August 2026

The Jazz Festival runs over three days, and there are more sessional passes this year so patrons can come and enjoy LIVE Jazz at your convenience.

We are again collaborating with Newcastle Improvised Music Association (NIMA) to involve and encourage younger musicians to perform in this significant event.

Running times are approximate and subject to change without notice. 

Accompanied Under 18's FREE. 

Full weekend pass includes Friday night.

https://www.newcastlehunterjazzclub.org.au/newcastle-hunter-jazz-festival
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/newcastle/37th-annual-newcastle-hunter-jazz-festival-2026/200030260194736
- **Event Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, jazz, live-music
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 152

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Newcastle
- **state**: NS
- **country**: Australia
- **location**: Newcastle City Hall (Australia)
- **lat**: -32.927961970444
- **long**: 151.77218233043
- **full address**: Newcastle City Hall (Australia), 290 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia, Newcastle

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is 37th Annual Newcastle Hunter Jazz festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** 37th Annual Newcastle Hunter Jazz festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 28 Aug, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Sun, 30 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Newcastle City Hall (Australia), 290 King St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia, Newcastle.
- **Q**: Who is organizing 37th Annual Newcastle Hunter Jazz festival 2026?
  - **A:** 37th Annual Newcastle Hunter Jazz festival 2026 is organized by Newcastle Jazz Club & Festival.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** 37th Annual Newcastle Hunter Jazz festival 2026 is ideal for music lovers, fans of all genres, and anyone who wants to celebrate the power of music - from intimate gigs and live sessions to festivals and cultural performances. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Newcastle, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 150+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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