Rye Jazz & Blues Festival 2026
This August Bank Holiday (Friday 28 – Monday 31 August 2026), Rye International Jazz & Blues Festival brings together an exceptional line-up of jazz, blues, soul and swing artists in the stunning and intimate surroundings of St Mary's Church.
📅 Friday 28 August | 8.00pm
✨ The Van Morrison Alumni Band
A celebration of Van Morrison's timeless songbook from the musicians who performed alongside the legend himself.
📅 Saturday 29 August | 3.00pm
✨ Alice Armstrong
The award-winning blues powerhouse taking the UK scene by storm.
📅 Saturday 29 August | 8.00pm
✨ Myles Sanko
Contemporary soul at its finest from the acclaimed British-Ghanaian singer-songwriter.
📅 Sunday 30 August | 3.00pm
✨ Elles Bailey
Award-winning roots, blues and Americana from one of the UK's most distinctive voices.
📅 Sunday 30 August | 8.00pm
✨ Earl Thomas
Grammy-nominated American soul and blues royalty with a voice you'll never forget.
📅 Monday 31 August | 3.00pm
✨ Ray Gelato & The Giants
The UK's 'Godfather of Swing' delivering an irresistible afternoon of jazz and rhythm & blues.
📅 Monday 31 August | 8.00pm
✨ Mica Paris
One of Britain's most celebrated soul singers and a true national treasure.
With just 350 seats available per concert, availability is already becoming limited on some performances.
🎟️ Book now and secure your seats before they're gone:
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