Jazzablanca Festival Set to Delight Music Lovers in 2026
The highly anticipated 19th edition of the Jazzablanca Festival is scheduled to take place from July 2 to July 11, 2026, in the vibrant city of Casablanca. This year’s festival promises to be an extraordinary showcase of jazz, world music, and contemporary sounds, spanning over ten days filled with an impressive lineup of 50 concerts that will invigorate the city. The festival will take place across three distinct stages, with Anfa Park hosting 40 spectacular shows, while the Arab League Park will introduce a groundbreaking feature with ten free performances, marking a first in the festival's long-standing history.
The festival kicks off with a dazzling array of international music icons during the first weekend, from Thursday, July 2, to Saturday, July 4, where attendees can immerse themselves in performances by some of the biggest names in the music industry. The following weekdays, from Sunday, July 5, to Wednesday, July 8, will be dedicated to emerging talents and contemporary artists, showcasing the diverse and evolving landscape of modern music. The festival will culminate with grand performances in the second weekend, from Thursday, July 9, to Saturday, July 11, as promised by the organizers.
One of the standout moments of the festival will occur on Friday, July 10, when the legendary Hip Hop and R&B artist Ms. Lauryn Hill takes the stage alongside fellow artists Wyclef Jean, YG Marley, and Zion Marley. The festival will conclude on Saturday, July 11, with an all-female lineup featuring the talents of Jessie J, Madison McFerrin, Hind Ennaira, and Jorja Smith, ensuring a memorable finale that celebrates female empowerment in music.
A Diverse Lineup Featuring Global Talent
This edition of Jazzablanca will also see the Moroccan-Canadian singer Faouzia, who hails from Casablanca, make her debut on Moroccan soil. The lineup boasts a wide array of international artists, including Nigerian sensation Oxlade, Jordanian-Palestinian musician Zeyne, Franco-Algerian artist Danyl, and the Casablanca-based INO, marking their first concert in the city. Additionally, the Cuban duo Gente de Zona is set to perform on Wednesday, July 8, adding to the festival's rich tapestry of musical offerings.
Apart from these renowned artists, the festival will welcome the French collective Deluxe, the German electronic band MEUTE, and the innovative Hypnotic Brass Ensemble in collaboration with Mehdi Nassouli, alongside the iconic rock band Scorpions. Each evening at the Arab League Park, the free concerts will commence at 6:00 PM, featuring an exciting blend of contemporary music, jazz, gnaoua, Amazigh repertoires, soul, and experimental sounds, appealing to a broad audience.
The festival will kick off on Thursday, July 2, with Asmaa Hamzaoui & Bnat Timbouktou presenting traditional gnaoua music. Following this, on Friday, July 3, the Moroccan ensemble Urban Folklore will take the stage, offering an eclectic mix of jazz, funk, and contemporary sounds. As the festival progresses, attendees can look forward to performances by a variety of artists, including Tchubi's contemporary hip-hop on Sunday, July 5, and Majid Bekkas' spiritual jazz on Tuesday, July 7. The grand finale will feature Sara Moullablad’s bossa nova rhythms infused with African influences, ensuring an unforgettable celebration of music that reflects the cultural richness of Casablanca and beyond.
As reported by en.yabiladi.com.
