SANTA MONICA INTERNATIONAL JAZZ FESTIVAL - FREE SHOW - May 3, 2026

The Santa Monica International Jazz Festival kicks off at Third Street Promenade on May 3rd with a free-to-the public event focused on jazz’s future, as high-quality young L.A.-based musicians – including Grammy nominated bassist Billy Mohler, magnetic KNOWER frontwoman Genevieve Artadi, and pianist, vocalist and producer Elijah Fox – take the stage. Also set to perform are budding students on the cusp of professional careers, including players mentored by BroadStage Artist in Residence and Festival Artistic Director Stanley Clarke. More information on Sunday on the Promenade and other Jazz Fest Events at SMJAZZFEST.COM

Schedule:

1:00 PM - Samohi Jazz Combo

1:35 PM - Varad Sahasrabudhe

2:20 PM - Aidan Farrell

3:05 PM - Duffy x Uhlmann

3:50 PM - Billy Mohler

4:35 PM - Instant Alter

5:20 PM - Elijah Fox

6:05 PM - Genevieve Artadi