22nd Annual Highland Jazz and Blues Festival

About the event

The Highland Area Partnership is thrilled to announce the 22nd Anniversary of the Highland Jazz and Blues Festival is scheduled for Saturday, September 19, 2026 at Columbia Park located in Shreveport’s Historic Highland Neighborhood. This event will showcase memorable musical performances on three stages, a children’s area, pet park, artisans, food trucks, and more. The Highland Jazz and Blues Festival is FREE to attend. This year promises to be a vibrant celebration of the rich musical heritage of jazz and blues, culture, and community, drawing jazz and blues enthusiasts from near and far. In addition to the music, throughout the park there will be more than 70 food and artisan vendors, a Children’s Area with hands-on art activities from local nonprofits, and a Pet Park area for furry friends. A FREE shuttle service will run continuously during the day. Merchandise and official poster sales will be located next to the Pavilion Stage. More information about the festival weekend activities can be found at .

Dates

Sep 19, 2026 · 10:00 AM - Sep 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM(GMT-06:00) Central Time (US & Canada)

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Location

Louisiana, United States

600 Columbia Street, Shreveport, Louisiana 71104, United States

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Parking instructions

Parking is extremely limited. We encourage festivalgoers to park at Mall St. Vincent and take the FREE shuttle to and from Columbia Park.

Health & safety

City of Shreveport police will be on hand to ensure safety of all guests. Pets MUST be on leashes NO outside food or drinks NO grills or coolers NO Weapons NO Drugs FREE Shuttle available ATMs on site Restrooms on site Chairs & blankets allowed FREE Admission

Other applications

Interested in applying:

1 active application

HJ&B Musican Application Form

Deadline: Mar 06, 2026

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Musician Application Form

Highland Jazz and Blues Festival - September 19, 2026
Deadline for Submission - March 6, 2026
Notice of Application Status - April 2, 2026
Public Announcement of lineup - April 20th-24th TBD

Thank you for your interest in performing at the Highland Jazz and Blues festival. Please choose the liaison for your performing group. This individual will complete this application to the best of their ability. Please submit samples of your work, either by leaving us a link to your website, YouTube, or by sending videos. Even if you have applied in the past, please be thorough and complete every item in this application again.

Please note: the completion of this form does not guarantee a spot at the festival. The Highland Area Partnership Board of Directors will decide on who will be performing at the festival. If you are not granted a spot, please feel free to apply again for the following festival year. Jazz and blues are at the core of this festival. Some performing groups may be turned down if their repertoire does not fit the Jazz and Blues genres.

There is a $10 nonrefundable application fee upon submission.

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Shreveport, Louisiana, United States