Jazz Cafe Festival 2026

For 37 years Jazz Cafe has been a London music institution. Which is how, last summer, for the first time in its storied history, the legendary venue stepped beyond the four walls of its Camden home, bringing its first-ever Jazz Cafe Festival to the sun-soaked fields of Burgess Park.

A Festival Like No Other
Marking over thirty years of musical history at the festival, the night captured the ethos of the Jazz Cafe experience. Attendees walked around four unique stages, each with its own vibe:

• An arena-type staged for headline acts.
• A 360-degree setup ideally suited for grooving along to your favourite DJs.
• A tropical plant room, where nature meets music
• A secret stage, disclosed to lucky guests later that day.

2025 a year to remember
For the second year in a row and headlining 2025, the legendary Masego returned for his only show in London that summer. Known for his high-energy performance, genre-bending style, and, of course, his iconic sax, he delivered a stunning showcase of musical talent as the sun went down over Burgess Park.

Sharing the stage were Elmiene, Colombian groove sensation Balthvs, Nectar Woode, Amy Gadiaga, Don West, and more.

Griselda Records’ founding members, Westside Gunn and Benny The Butcher, also joined us in the Plant Room for Westside’s first ever UK show, performing alongside some of the best UK talent – Lex Amor, Lexa Gates, Brighter Days Live, Skiifall, Raf Saperra, James Massiah, Zino Vinci, and more.

Curious what all the fuss is about? Read our full review of the 2025 Jazz Café Festival to relive the magic and see why it’s already one of the most talked-about events in London.

This summer staple is a must for music enthusiasts everywhere; Jazz Cafe Festival 2026—mark your calendars.