For over 25 years, the Jazz&TheCity festival has transformed the historic city center of Salzburg into a vibrant stage for contemporary musical diversity and boundless improvisation with an international flair. Under the motto "This is us!", the four-day festival from October 16th to 19th, 2025 invites national and international artists, music enthusiasts, and curious city visitors to an unforgettable experience.
While jazz may take center stage at this popular audience festival, under the new subtitle "Music unlimited", Jazz&TheCity clearly demonstrates that this year's program offers a diverse mix of different musical and artistic genres and acts. Experience, free of charge, not only fixed venues but also surprising performances at numerous locations amidst the unique atmosphere of the historic city center.
Free entrance! No tickets.
The musical landscape of Jazz&TheCity is diverse, lively and surprising. A first impression can be found here in this playlist. Get in the mood for Jazz&TheCity with the Spotify playlist by Miroca Paris:
We have recorded the experiences of the past years for you. On our YouTube channel you can find the films of Jazz&TheCity Salzburg.
Aftermovie Jazz&TheCity 2018
Aftermovie Jazz&TheCity 2019
Aftermovie Jazz&TheCity 2021
Aftermovie Jazz&TheCity 2022
Jazz&TheCity is not only a festival, it is an attitude towards life. It fills the Old Town of Salzburg with outstanding music, artists from around the world and excited visitors. The financial support from Old Town business owners, the city and the state of Salzburg, as well as sponsors, makes it possible to put the festival forward.
In order to maintain the diversity of concerts and the quality of artists, friends are needed who love the festival with their hearts and souls and who support its continued development with a financial contribution. Jazz&TheCity needs you!