Event Brief
LA Jazz Festival to reclaim coastline with 17 shows
Filed: Jul 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
Summary: Aug 7–23 festival brings free Jazz in the Park, Venice Caribbean Street Carnival, and a beach finale with John Legend and Janelle Monáe.
WHO: John Legend, Janelle Monáe, LA Jazz Festival organizers
WHAT: 17-day mix of free and ticketed jazz events across Los Angeles, including Jazz in the Park, Venice Caribbean Street Carnival, and a beach finale
WHEN: Jul 31, 2026 at 3:00 PM ET
WHERE: Los Angeles
WHY: Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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