Ashiya Jazz Festival 2026 to Be Held at 15 Venues Across Ashiya on May 5 with Free Admission Everywhere

The Ashiya Jazz Festival 2026 will reportedly take place on Tuesday, May 5 (public holiday) at 15 venues throughout Ashiya.

Screenshot from the official Ashiya Jazz Festival website

Ashiya Jazz Festival 2026

When is it?

Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (public holiday)
11:00–20:50 (hours vary by venue)

Where is it?

 

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The festival will be held simultaneously at 15 venues throughout Ashiya, including Luna Hall.

1. Le Coin（ル コワン） — Restaurant in Nishiyama-cho
2. SAKLIEV（サクルエブ） — Turkish restaurant in Nishiyama-cho
3. TBDB（ティービー・ディービー） — Bar in Tsukiwaka-cho
4. RIO COFFEE（リオコーヒー） — Specialty coffee shop in Chayanomachi
5. カトリック芦屋教会 — Catholic church in Kinmitsu-cho
6. カトリック芦屋教会 多目的ホール — Ashiya Jazz Festival headquarters in Kinmitsu-cho
7. 芦屋仏教会館 — Public interest incorporated foundation in Maeda-cho
8. ルネサンスクラシックス芦屋ルナ・ホール（芦屋市民センター）大ホール — Civic hall in Narihira-cho
9. ルネサンスクラシックス芦屋ルナ・ホール（芦屋市民センター）小ホール　— Civic hall in Narihira-cho
10. 芦屋SATSUMAFUJI — Creative Japanese cuisine and jazz restaurant in Kinmitsu-cho
11. 芦屋市立あしや市民活動センター リードあしや — Civic activity center in Kinmitsu-cho
12. KARAOKE & LIVE CAFE ej — Café bar in Chayanomachi
13. COTTON FIELDS — Bar in Nishiyama-cho
14. 芦屋髙翔デッキ（ペデストリアンデッキ） — Pedestrian walkway in front of JR Ashiya Station in Funado-cho
15. 憩いの広場 — In front of La Porte East Building in Ohara-cho

What’s happening?

・Free jazz performances at 15 venues throughout the city!
・A wide range of professional and amateur artists will perform.
・The whole city will be filled with music for the day♪ (See the official website for the full schedule.)

How much does it cost?

Admission is free at every venue!

*Donation boxes will be available at some venues. Visitors are encouraged to contribute to help keep the festival going!

What is the capacity?

Capacity varies by venue.

Can anyone attend?

Everyone is welcome!

How to apply

No registration is required—just drop by and enjoy!

Click here for event details (official Ashiya Jazz Festival website)

Wrapping up

The annual Ashiya Jazz Festival is back again this year! We’re delighted that there are now even more venues where you can casually drop in and enjoy the music, including 芦屋髙翔デッキ (the pedestrian deck) in front of JR Ashiya Station♪ Come enjoy some great music in Ashiya during Golden Week!