On-site food trucks, VIP lounge offerings, and partner restaurant recommendations will be announced closer to the festival. Details coming soon.
Everything you need to know to get to the festival, settle in, and enjoy the weekend.
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.
On-site food trucks, VIP lounge offerings, and partner restaurant recommendations will be announced closer to the festival. Details coming soon.
Visit Moody Amphitheater’s website for more detailed information.
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.
One sealed water bottle per guest is permitted. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.
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.
Large bags, professional cameras, outside food/drink, and weapons are not permitted.
First Aid is located on the north side of the Moody Amphitheater, near the Guest Services Office.
Hydrate before, during, and after the event, wear sunscreen, and dress in light, loose-fitting clothing. Small handheld fans are welcome.
Smoking, vaping or illegal drug use is prohibited at Waterloo Park.
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.
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.
ATX Jazz Fest is rain or shine.
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.
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.
Partner hotels, festival rate codes, and booking links will be announced ahead of the festival. Details coming soon.
The ATX Jazz Fest takes place across two distinct venues — one grand and open-air, the other intimate and exclusive.
Waterloo Park, 1401 Trinity St, Austin, TX 78701
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.
1121 E 7th St, Austin, TX 78702
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.
1302 S. 1st St, Austin, TX 78704
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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