Jazz in the Garden 2026
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About
The National Gallery of Art's free Friday concert series runs through 14 August in the Sculpture Garden. The 2026 American Sounds programme spans jazz, blues, Americana and other traditions, with admission allocated by weekly lottery plus limited day-of passes.
Highlights
- Friday concerts from 22 May through 14 August
- Free programme in the National Gallery Sculpture Garden
Practical tips
- Enter the official lottery during the week before each concert
- Limited day-of passes are distributed at garden entrances from 5pm
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