Erykah Badu performing at Jazz in the Gardens on March 22, 2015.
One of South Florida’s most beloved and culturally significant music festivals is back. Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) Music Festival returns to Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens on March 7-8, 2026, bringing together R&B, hip-hop, soul, and contemporary Black culture for a weekend that consistently ranks among the nation’s best live-music experiences.
Now in its 19th year, Jazz in the Gardens has evolved far beyond its jazz roots, becoming a multigenerational celebration of Black music, community, and legacy. Hosted by the City of Miami Gardens and produced by the Black Promoters Collective, JITG has earned national recognition from outlets and music fans alike, while also taking home Miami New Times’ Best Music Festival honor for 2025…