Experience Miami Beach’s Best Jazz for Free: RSVP to the South Beach Jazz Festival
- camilarosiaz
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From January 8–11, the South Beach Jazz Festival fills Miami Beach with world-class music—much of it free to the public. Each RSVP-with-donation helps sustain the festival’s mission of accessibility, artist support, and inclusive programming for all. Grab a lawn chair or blanket and get ready to enjoy four days of unforgettable performances in iconic outdoor settings.
Below is the full lineup of free concerts available with RSVP.
Society Jazz Night with Steven Bernstein’s Millennial Territory Orchestra featuring vocalist Carla Cook
Friday, January 9 | 8:00–9:30 PM
The Bass Museum – Collins Park
Grammy-nominated trumpeter, arranger, and composer Steven Bernstein brings his nine-piece Millennial Territory Orchestra to Miami Beach for a high-energy fusion of swing, funk, gospel, and New Orleans–inspired grooves.
RSVP with donation (bring your own chair or blanket)
VIP Experience: $75 - Includes 7 PM reception with light bites and refreshments, plus reserved premium seating.
Jazz for Tomorrow Student Stage
Saturday, January 10 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Euclid Oval on Lincoln Road
Directed by Nicole Yarling, this all-day showcase highlights Miami’s rising jazz talent with performances from standout student ensembles.
Gafieira Rio Miami featuring Nestor Torres
Sunday, January 11 | 7:30–9:00 PM
1111 Lincoln Road
Brazilian big band Gafieira Rio Miami joins Grammy Award–winning flutist Nestor Torres for a vibrant blend of samba, bossa nova, choro, and jazz to close the festival in grand style.
Spam Allstars
Sunday, January 11 | 5:30–7:00 PM
1111 Lincoln Road
Local favorites Spam Allstars bring their signature fusion of Latin rhythms, funk, hip-hop, and electronica—Miami’s iconic “electronic descarga” sound.
Federico Britos Jazz Quintet
Sunday, January 11 | 3:30–5:00 PM
1111 Lincoln Road
Legendary violinist Federico Britos leads a powerhouse quintet delivering a dynamic set rooted in Latin jazz, swing, and virtuosic improvisation.
The Harden Project
Sunday, January 11 | 2:00–3:00 PM
1111 Lincoln Road
Led by vocalist Ja’Nia Harden and keyboardist John Harden II, The Harden Project blends soulful vocals, jazz, and modern groove.
Lemon City Trio
Sunday, January 11 | 11:30 AM – 12:15 PM
1111 Lincoln Road
Expect a gritty, soulful mix of jazz, funk, and fusion from Miami’s own Lemon City Trio, bringing an improvisational edge to the morning session.
The Spirit of Goodwill Band
Sunday, January 11 | 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
1111 Lincoln Road
A festival favorite, The Spirit of Goodwill Band delivers uplifting performances featuring talented musicians with disabilities, embodying the festival’s mission of inclusion through music.
Can’t Attend but Still Want to Support?
A Giving Tuesday contribution—whether $5, $50, or $500—helps:
Fund free concerts
Support accessibility services
Bring world-class jazz artists to Miami Beach
Keep the festival open to everyone
Looking for Ticketed Shows and VIP Experiences?
Your ticket purchase helps sustain the festival’s free programming. Don’t miss headline performances from:
Spanish Harlem Orchestra
John Pizzarelli
And more