[2026] Music festival in Azerbaijan: an exotically captivating, high-energy stage

This is an international music festival held on the shores of the Seabreeze Resort facing the Caspian Sea, near Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Branded by the organizers as the “main event of the summer,” it brings together over 50 artists from CIS countries, Europe, the United Kingdom, Canada, and Turkey. Spanning four days in an open-air format, the festival is a celebration filled with dance and music. In 2026, it will take place from July 23 to 26.

This is an international jazz festival held in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Embracing the motto “Jazz breaks boundaries and opens up possibilities,” it brings together musicians from around the world alongside local artists. In addition to concerts, the festival features a diverse program including art exhibitions, master classes, and talks, attracting over 20,000 attendees each year. It is an internationally oriented festival that participates in UNESCO International Jazz Day and the Europe Jazz Network. In 2026, it will be held from October 3 to 11.

The “Haribulbul International Folklore Festival” is an international music festival held in Shusha, in the Karabakh region of Azerbaijan. Officially, it showcases a wide range of world music genres such as ethno-electronic, folk jazz, folk rock, and folk pop, presenting a cosmopolitan program across multiple stages throughout the city. It is an open-air celebration where music and dance groups from around the world gather to present expressions that bridge tradition and modernity. In 2026, it will be held from May 14 to 15.

A new international music and art festival launching in May 2026 on the Caspian coast in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Founded by internationally acclaimed pianist and composer Isfar Sarabski, it spans three days where diverse sounds—jazz, electronic, classical, and contemporary—intersect. The festival will also feature artist-led workshops, opening a space that celebrates music, culture, and creative exchange.