International Jazz Day

In celebration of International Jazz Day, the United Nations Office for Partnerships will convene an event in collaboration with UN Fashion and Lifestyle Network members WBGO, a leading non-profit cultural institution and jazz radio station, and JAZZ HOUSE KiDS, a prominent arts and education organization. The convening will explore the importance of jazz across generations and its role in advancing the SDGs through community, education, and creative expression. Watch the international Jazz Day: Celebrating Communities in Rhythm! High-level Events

Building on the momentum of International Jazz Day , Jazz Month Abu Dhabi will extend the global festivities and reinforce jazz’s presence in the region. It will include live performances, pop-up concerts, workshops, artist residencies, and educational events, underscoring jazz’s connections to diverse musical traditions and artistic disciplines. Activities will be held at major cultural and educational institutions including Louvre Abu Dhabi , Berklee Abu Dhabi , and New York University Abu Dhabi , along with hospitals, senior centers, children’s libraries, and schools. Special performances will highlight jazz’s integration with traditional instruments such as the oud, qanoon, and ney , showcasing the ongoing dialogue between jazz and local cultural expressions. This year’s International Jazz Day also coincides with the Culture Summit Abu Dhabi , a global, annual gathering that brings together a collective of creative thinkers, decision-makers, artists, designers, changemakers, ...