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Festival Jazz et Blues de Saguenay
25
Apr
Date
25 Apr (Saturday)
Time
Sat, Apr 25–Tue, Apr 28
Venue
Théâtre C, 534 Rue Jacques-Cartier E
Chicoutimi, Quebec, Canada
📝 Useful Information
The Jazz Fest Saguenay (formerly known as the Festival Jazz et Blues de Saguenay) celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026 with a major shift to a summer schedule from June 25 to 27, 2026. Historically held in April, this move to June allows for a new large outdoor stage in downtown Chicoutimi and various free community events.
The full programming is being released in phases, but several key performances have been confirmed:
Would you like to know more about ticket availability for specific shows or details on local accommodations in Chicoutimi for the festival?
Event Details
Announced 2026 Lineup Highlights
Venues & Accessibility
•Event Name: Jazz Fest Saguenay (30th Anniversary Edition)
•Date(s) & Time(s): June 25 – 27, 2026
•Event Location: Various venues across Chicoutimi, including Théâtre C, Théâtre Palace, and a main outdoor stage at the corner of rue Racine and rue Bégin.
•Type: Music Festival (Jazz, Blues, and related genres)
•Description: A premier musical event in the Saguenay–Lac-Saint-Jean region featuring international and local talent. To mark its 30th year, the festival has rebranded and expanded its programming to include significant outdoor performances and tributes.
•Cost/Tickets: Prices vary by performance (e.g., Gregory Charles at $80.75). Free outdoor shows are also available.
•Website: Jazz Fest Saguenay Official Site
•Gregory Charles: Opening the festival on June 25 at 20:00 at Théâtre C with a special jazz and blues hits show.
•Susie Arioli: Performing on June 26 at 20:00 at the Studio Desjardins du CEM.
•Viviane Audet: Presenting "Le piano et le torrent" on June 27 at 20:00 at Théâtre C.
•Ron Di Lauro Sextet: A tribute to Miles Davis' "Kind of Blue" on June 27 at Studio Desjardins du CEM.
•Nikamu Mamuitun: A free gathering of Indigenous and non-Indigenous artists on June 27 at 21:00 at the SiriusXM Stage (Racine/Bégin).
•Madeleine Peyroux: A pre-festival performance on March 31, 2026, at Théâtre Palace.
•Théâtre C (Théâtre Banque Nationale): 534, Rue Jacques-Cartier Est, Chicoutimi.
•Théâtre C (Théâtre Banque Nationale):
•Studio Desjardins du CEM: 37, rue Rhainds, Chicoutimi.
•Studio Desjardins du CEM:
•Théâtre Palace: 375, rue Racine Est, Chicoutimi.
•Théâtre Palace:
•Accessibility: Most venues, including the festival's headquarters at 475 Rue Racine E, offer wheelchair-accessible entrances, parking, and seating.
Updated at 19 Mar 2026
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