Vancouver’s International Jazz Festival overlaps with FIFA World Cup 2026, raising questions about venue pressure, logistics, and the opportunity for global exposure.

The Vancouver International Jazz Festival is set to bring the city alive with the sounds of jazz from June 20 to July 1, 2025. Organized by the Coastal Jazz & Blues Society, this festival is a testament to the power of music, community, and artistic passion.

Celebrate 40 years of jazz in Vancouver with global icons like Richard Bona, Bill Frisell, and Nubya Garcia. June 20–29, 2025. Free & ticketed shows.