UNESCO has launched a Call for Applications for the Global Host City for the 2027 International Jazz Day celebration. The deadline for 2027 Applications is January 31, 2026 (23:59, CET).

The 14th annual International Jazz Day culminated in a rousing All-Star Global Concert from Etihad Arena in the host city of Abu Dhabi, UAE.

On International Jazz Day, free online education programs were presented via jazzday.com and the International Jazz Day YouTube and Facebook pages. An array of acclaimed artist-educators presented a multilingual selection of offerings that emphasize the richness—and relevance—of jazz to learners at all levels.

Independent artists and organizers on all continents present an astonishing array of performance, educational and community outreach programming each year for International Jazz Day.

On April 30, teachers and students around the world use International Jazz Day as an opportunity to learn more about the empowering history and legacy of jazz music. Check out our growing library of free educational videos and resources.

View hundreds of videos from past International Jazz Day celebrations, including official clips from the All-Star Global Concert and incredible submissions from our partners in more than 190 countries.