Jazzin Africa Accra: Ghana’s Jazz Festival Returns for a Second Edition, 22 to 24 October 2026
A workshop, two concert nights and a theme called Beyond the Sound. Six weeks out, nobody has said where it happens or who is playing. The post Jazzin Africa Accra: Ghana’s Jazz Festival Returns for a Second Edition, 22 to 24 October 2026 appeared first on The Rio Times .
Jazzin Africa Accra will return for a second edition from 22 to 24 October 2026 in the capital of Ghana. The festival features a music workshop on the first day and two evenings of live jazz on the following two nights. The theme for 2026 is "Beyond the Sound." The exact venue for the second edition is yet to be confirmed. The first edition took place at the Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel in Accra in October 2025.
The application window for performers closed on 1 February 2026, but no lineup has been announced yet. Music In Africa, the organization behind the festival, is a non-profit based in Kenya and South Africa that focuses on music education and industry connections. They publish an open call for artists each year, which includes the festival's details.
The ticket price for Jazzin Africa Accra is listed at 300 cedi (approximately US$26) on BookiGhana, Ghana's travel and events guide. However, this figure has not been officially confirmed. Visitors should expect heavy traffic in Accra, especially after mid-afternoon, so it's recommended to use ride-hailing apps and have some local currency on hand.
The festival is a celebration of Ghanaian jazz, drawing on the country's rich musical history, including highlife, brass bands, and gospel music.
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