ATX Jazz Fest

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ATX Jazz Fest

Everything you need to know to get to the festival, settle in, and enjoy the weekend.

ATX Jazz Fest
What to expect

The Most Significant Gathering of Jazz Artists in Texas History

The ATX Jazz Fest is a three-day festival bringing together Grammy winners, MacArthur Fellows, and NEA Jazz Masters for the most concentrated gathering of jazz talent ever assembled in Texas. Friday night opens with an exclusive 300-seat experience at Assembly Hall. Saturday and Sunday move to the Moody Amphitheater main stage for full days of performances. VIP late-night sessions bring the weekend back to Assembly Hall for jam sessions and small-group sets.

Food & Beverage

On-site food trucks, VIP lounge offerings, and partner restaurant recommendations will be announced closer to the festival. Details coming soon.

What to Bring and Know

Visit Moody Amphitheater’s website for more detailed information.

Bag Policy

The Moody Amphitheater requires clear bags. Acceptable options are clear plastic, vinyl, or PVC bags no larger than 12 x 6 x 12 inches, or small clutches and purses no larger than 4.5 x 6.5 inches.

Water and Outside Food

One sealed water bottle per guest is permitted. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Re-Entry

Gold and Platinum passholders may leave and return to Moody Amphitheater on the same day. Re-entry is for the same passholder only; a pass cannot be transferred to another person after entry. Standard passes do not include re-entry.

If you are ejected from the venue due to a policy violation, you will not be allowed to re-enter.

Prohibited Items

Large bags, professional cameras, outside food/drink, and weapons are not permitted.

Medical Assistance

First Aid is located on the north side of the Moody Amphitheater, near the Guest Services Office.

Plan Ahead for the Texas Heat

Hydrate before, during, and after the event, wear sunscreen, and dress in light, loose-fitting clothing. Small handheld fans are welcome.

Smoking Policy

Smoking, vaping or illegal drug use is prohibited at Waterloo Park.

Strollers

Strollers are not permitted at Moody Amphitheater. The lawn has an incline that makes it unsafe for strollers at the venue. There is NO parking or storage areas for strollers at the venue.

Seating

Both lawn general admission and assigned seating are available at the Moody Amphitheater. Lawn GA guests are welcome to bring small blankets no larger than 30″ x 60″. Lawn chairs are not permitted.

Weather

ATX Jazz Fest is rain or shine.

ADA Accessibility

The Moody Amphitheater offers accessible concert seating, ADA parking, flat paved walkways throughout Waterloo Park, and ADA-accessible restrooms. Sign language interpreters are available upon request. Please email info@atxmusic.com at least 14 days before the festival to arrange accommodations.

Austin Guide: Welcome to the Live Music Capital of the World

Make Jazz Fest your excuse to experience Austin. Beyond the festival stages, the Live Music Capital of the World offers world-class dining, unique cultural experiences, and the kind of energy that has made Central Texas one of the country’s premier destination cities.

For hotels, restaurants, neighborhood guides, and things to do, we recommend the Visit Austin website.

Hotels

Partner hotels, festival rate codes, and booking links will be announced ahead of the festival. Details coming soon.

ATX Jazz Fest

Venues

The ATX Jazz Fest takes place across two distinct venues — one grand and open-air, the other intimate and exclusive.

Moody Amphitheater

Moody Amphitheater

Waterloo Park, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701

The Moody Amphitheater is an outdoor venue in the heart of downtown Austin’s Waterloo Park. It hosts the main stage of the festival on Saturday and Sunday, with a full day of performances each day across lawn, reserved bowl, and VIP Pods seating — capacity roughly 5,000.

The Moody Amphitheater at Waterloo Park is located at 1401 N Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701. There is no drive-up access to the main entrance, so plan to walk in from the park’s surrounding streets.

Driving and Parking
Street and garage parking is available throughout downtown Austin within walking distance of the park. Downtown spaces fill quickly during events, so we recommend reserving a spot in advance through a parking service such as BestParking or ParkWhiz.

Rideshare
The designated rideshare drop-off and pick-up zone for Moody Amphitheater events is along the north curb of 12th Street, just past Red River Street.

Public Transit
CapMetro serves the Waterloo Park area. The closest stops are Lavaca / 15th St (Stop 593), Trinity / 12th St (Stop 864), San Jacinto / 14th St (Stop 919), and Red River / 11th St (Stop 6382).

VIP Entry and Valet
Gold and Platinum pass holders enjoy a dedicated VIP entrance at 1401 N Trinity St with included valet parking. Skip general traffic and walk straight into the festival.

Assembly Hall

1121 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702

Assembly Hall hosts the festival’s Platinum-only programming. The Friday VIP Opening Night and Saturday Late Night Show take place inside this 300-seat space. A converted East Austin venue about a mile and a half from the Moody, Assembly Hall pairs polished concrete floors and 16-foot ceilings with arched windows and exposed steel beams. It’s a room built for close-range listening — sound that lands immediately, the audience leaned in, the artists within reach. The drive from the Moody is about five minutes; rideshare is the easiest option. On-site valet parking is available.

The Friday VIP Opening Night and Saturday Late Night Show take place at Assembly Hall on East 7th street — a 300-seat hall reserved exclusively for Platinum VIP pass holders, offering a striking contrast to the open-air Amphitheater shows.

Address:
1121 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702

Driving and Parking
Just a five-minute drive from the Moody Amphitheater. Valet parking will be available for our guests at Assembly Hall.

Rideshare

For drop-off and pick-up, please use 1121 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702. This will bring you to the main entrance of Assembly Hall.

Platinum VIP pass holders will receive detailed directions, parking guidance, and arrival reminders by email in the weeks leading up to the festival.

De Nada Cantina – South 1st

1302 S. 1st St, Austin, TX 78704

De Nada Cantina’s South First location in Austin.

Official Hotel Partner

Hampton Inn & Home2 Suites Austin East Side

Make the most of your ATX Jazz Fest experience with a stay at the Hampton Inn & Home2 Suites Austin East Side, the festival’s preferred hotel partner.

Special Discounted Room Rates Available.

Conveniently located just minutes from downtown Austin and the festival grounds, our dual-branded hotel offers modern accommodations, complimentary hot breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness facilities, and comfortable guest rooms designed for both short and extended stays.

Whether you’re traveling from across Texas or across the country, enjoy the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and Austin hospitality while attending ATX Jazz Fest!

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