Pacific Soul Jazz Festival
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Mandate Project Impact and the Urban League of San Diego County present the Pacific Soul Jazz Festival, happening Labor Day weekend, September 5–6, 2026, at UC San Diego.
LA JOLLA, Calif. — Pacific Soul Jazz Festival inaugural Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, brings two full days of live music, culture, and community celebration to the San Diego coastline. Doors open daily at 12:00 PM and programming runs through 8:00 PM.
This year's lineup is headlined by Grammy winning pianist and producer Robert Glasper on Saturday, and celebrated
R&B Grammy winning vocalist Kenny Lattimore on Sunday. Each day features a full roster of supporting artists
spanning jazz, soul, and contemporary R&B.
Saturday, September 5
Robert Glasper, Karen Briggs, Darryl Williams featuring Chase Huna, The Lyrical Groove, and Larry Reed.
Sunday, September 6
Kenny Lattimore, Mindi Abair, Kofi B, B.I.G., and Britt Spaulding.
Pacific Soul Jazz Festival was built to bring world-class artists to San Diego while creating a platform that celebrates
our community's culture and creativity. This lineup reflects that mission - pairing legendary voices in jazz and soul
with incredible regional talent, all on one stage.
The festival is presented by Mandate Project Impact in partnership with the Urban League of San Diego County, with
a continued focus on community investment, arts programming, and local economic opportunity. Attendees can
expect a full festival experience, including a vendor village featuring San Diego businesses and family-friendly programming throughout the weekend.
Single-day and weekend passes for Pacific Soul Jazz Festival are available starting Friday July 17th, 2026, at
www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com.
EVENT DETAILS:
What: Pacific Soul Jazz Festival
When: Saturday, September 5 & Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
Tickets: www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com
ABOUT PACIFIC SOUL JAZZ FESTIVAL:
Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is a two-day, open-air music celebration held annually over Labor Day Weekend at the UC
San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater. The festival brings together Grammy-nominated headliners and rising West
Coast artists across jazz, soul, and R&B, uniting music, culture, and community on the San Diego coast. Pacific Soul
Jazz Festival is presented by Mandate Project Impact and the Urban League of San Diego County.
LA JOLLA, Calif. — Pacific Soul Jazz Festival inaugural Labor Day Weekend, Saturday, September 5th and Sunday, September 6th, 2026, at the UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, brings two full days of live music, culture, and community celebration to the San Diego coastline. Doors open daily at 12:00 PM and programming runs through 8:00 PM.
This year's lineup is headlined by Grammy winning pianist and producer Robert Glasper on Saturday, and celebrated
R&B Grammy winning vocalist Kenny Lattimore on Sunday. Each day features a full roster of supporting artists
spanning jazz, soul, and contemporary R&B.
Saturday, September 5
Robert Glasper, Karen Briggs, Darryl Williams featuring Chase Huna, The Lyrical Groove, and Larry Reed.
Sunday, September 6
Kenny Lattimore, Mindi Abair, Kofi B, B.I.G., and Britt Spaulding.
Pacific Soul Jazz Festival was built to bring world-class artists to San Diego while creating a platform that celebrates
our community's culture and creativity. This lineup reflects that mission - pairing legendary voices in jazz and soul
with incredible regional talent, all on one stage.
The festival is presented by Mandate Project Impact in partnership with the Urban League of San Diego County, with
a continued focus on community investment, arts programming, and local economic opportunity. Attendees can
expect a full festival experience, including a vendor village featuring San Diego businesses and family-friendly programming throughout the weekend.
Single-day and weekend passes for Pacific Soul Jazz Festival are available starting Friday July 17th, 2026, at
www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com.
EVENT DETAILS:
What: Pacific Soul Jazz Festival
When: Saturday, September 5 & Sunday, September 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Where: UC San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater, 9500 Gilman Drive, La Jolla, CA 92093
Tickets: www.pacificsouljazzfestival.com
ABOUT PACIFIC SOUL JAZZ FESTIVAL:
Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is a two-day, open-air music celebration held annually over Labor Day Weekend at the UC
San Diego Epstein Family Amphitheater. The festival brings together Grammy-nominated headliners and rising West
Coast artists across jazz, soul, and R&B, uniting music, culture, and community on the San Diego coast. Pacific Soul
Jazz Festival is presented by Mandate Project Impact and the Urban League of San Diego County.
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Where is it happening?
9500 Gilman Drive MC 0029 , San Diego, CA, United States, California 92093, 9500 Gilman Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093-0001, United States
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