International Jazz Day

The 14th edition of International Jazz Day will be celebrated in more than 190 countries on April 30th , with Abu Dhabi selected as the Global Host City. Organized by UNESCO and the Herbie Hancock Institute of Jazz , this celebration will feature concerts and educational and cultural initiatives. “ We are thrilled to celebrate this International day on a high note in the UNESCO Creative City of Music Abu Dhabi. This edition will highlight the city’s rich tapestry of creativity and cultural heritage while showcasing jazz’s ability to connect communities and promote dialogue and peace across continents, ” declared UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay. Abu Dhabi (United Arab Emirates), a UNESCO Creative City of Music, will serve as a vibrant center of this worldwide celebration. A five-week, citywide series of jazz performances, education programmes and community events will take place in the city, including the internationally broadcast International Jazz Day 2025 All-Star Global Conc...

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, ...