Bratislava Jazz Days
Bratislava Jazz Days will once again bring the world’s top musicians to Bratislava.
Slovakia’s oldest and most progressive jazz festival to date will be held at Incheba Expo aréna, where with significant modifications will create a welcoming environment for the three-day festival. The festival is seated, and there will be plenty of quality refreshments, including hot food, in the front area.
📅 24 – 26 October 2025
📍 Incheba Expo Arena, Viedenská cesta 3–7, Bratislava
Programme
Friday, 24 October 2025 – 19:00
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Keyon Harrold (USA) – Grammy-nominated trumpeter, blending jazz with soul, hip-hop and blues; worked with Jay-Z, Beyoncé and Eminem.
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Moses Boyd (UK) – drummer and producer, one of the leading figures of the London jazz scene, mixing jazz with electronica, grime and afrobeats.
Saturday, 25 October 2025 – 19:00
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Bugge Wesseltoft / Arild Andersen / Øyunn (Norway) – legendary pianist with bassist and drummer-singer, presenting a modern Nordic jazz trio sound.
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Marcus Miller (USA) – one of the world’s best bassists, collaborator of Miles Davis, Eric Clapton and Aretha Franklin, two-time Grammy winner.
Sunday, 26 October 2025 – 18:00
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Knower (USA) – explosive jazz-funk duo Louis Cole and Genevieve Artadi with full band, known for electrifying and humorous performances.
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Kurt Elling & The Yellowjackets (USA) – the world’s top male jazz vocalist joins the legendary band in a project dedicated to Weather Report.
Event description
The 50th edition of Bratislava Jazz Days Slovenská sporiteľňa brings world-class jazz stars to Slovakia’s capital. Over three nights, audiences will enjoy icons and innovators who push jazz into new directions – from soul and funk to hip-hop and electronica.
Tickets
🎟 Day tickets
🎟 Festival passes (3 days)
👉 VIP tickets include drinks and catering.
👶 Children under 12 free (with adult).
♿ Wheelchair users free, companion half price.
ℹ️ More info: www.bjd.sk
