Empoli Jazz Festival

The Empoli Jazz Festival returns with tremendous enthusiasm for its XVIII edition, confirming its status as one of the most anticipated musical events of the Tuscan summer season. From June 28 to July 28, the city of Empoli will transform into a jazz capital, hosting an outstanding lineup that brings together established names from the Italian and international jazz scene with rising talents of the new generation. An entire month dedicated to the sophisticated and captivating sounds of jazz, attracting enthusiasts and curious listeners from across the region. The festival programme offers a diverse and high-quality selection: it opens with the Daniele Gorgone Quartet feat. Max Ionata and continues with acclaimed artists such as Beatrice Arrigoni, Sergio Cammariere Band, and the evocative Peppe Barra Medit Orchestra. Each evening presents an opportunity to discover different facets of contemporary jazz, from instrumental virtuosity to fusion with other musical traditions. By utilizing public spaces such as Piazza Farinata degli Uberti, the festival becomes even more accessible and integrated into the local community's life. Sponsored by the Municipality of Empoli, the festival concludes on July 28 with Empoli Jazz Off, an initiative that further democratizes access to quality music. An unmissable opportunity for jazz lovers and anyone seeking to spend summer evenings enjoying live music in a refined atmosphere.