Arcosoli Jazz
Great international jazz under the stars in the Valley of the Temples, Agrigento
About Arcosoli Jazz
Jazz meets the Greek temples
Promoted by the Valley of the Temples Archaeological and Landscape Park of Agrigento, Arcosoli Jazz is one of Sicily's most enchanting summer music festivals. The setting is the unique Teatro della Panoramica dei Templi, an open-air amphitheater overlooking the archaeological site: here, great jazz music resonates under the starry sky, with the Doric temples of Agrigento as a backdrop. It is an experience that blends concert, archaeology, and landscape in a way rarely found elsewhere.
An international lineup
The festival has established itself as a go-to event for fans of jazz, fusion, and world music. Over the years, the Agrigento stage has hosted prominent Italian and international musicians, from guitar legends and Grammy-winning pianists to symphony orchestras and experimental projects. The program ranges from classic jazz to fusion and crossovers with pop and classical music, offering a unique experience every night.
Ticketed concerts and free evenings
A hallmark of Arcosoli is the combination of ticketed evenings featuring major international headliners and several free-admission concerts (by reservation), designed to introduce a wider audience to jazz. Tickets and season passes for the main events are available at the Agrigento box office and online.
Agrigento, Capital and Valley of the Temples
The festival is part of the rich summer event calendar of the Valley of the Temples Park, in the municipality of Agrigento (province of Agrigento, Sicily). Attending an Arcosoli concert means experiencing one of the Mediterranean's most important UNESCO World Heritage archaeological sites in a unique nocturnal and musical setting. It is the perfect opportunity to combine a passion for music with the discovery of Sicily's historical heritage.
Arcosoli Jazz — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Arcosoli Jazz runs from July 15 to August 5, 2026, at the Teatro della Panoramica dei Templi, in the heart of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. The lineup alternates major ticketed concerts with free evenings by reservation, in one of Sicily's most evocative archaeological settings. The protagonists include some of the most important names in the international jazz and fusion scene, in a program ranging from guitar and bass to piano and large ensembles.
Programme Arcosoli Jazz 2026
July 15 — Fusion Experience Quartet
- Ciro Manna (guitar), Dave Weckl (drums), Richard Bona (bass), Michael Lecoq (keyboards)
July 19 — Bill Frisell Trio + Greg Tardy
- Bill Frisell (guitar) with Thomas Morgan (double bass) and Rudy Royston (drums)
July 23 — Victor Wooten & Bros
- Victor Wooten with Regi, Joseph, and Roy "Futureman" Wooten
July 25 — Johnny O'Neal Trio (free admission)
- Johnny O'Neal with Joe Ranieri and Ittai Morchi — free concert by reservation
July 26 — David Kikoski Quartet (free admission)
- Dave Kikoski (piano), Mark Sherman (vibraphone), Yuri Goloubev (double bass), Alessandro Napolitano (drums) — free concert by reservation
July 27 — Perico Sambeat & Xavi Torres Trio (free admission)
- Perico Sambeat and Xavi Torres with Mauro Cottone and Andreu Pitarch — free concert by reservation
August 5 — Robben Ford
- Robben Ford with Johnny Henderson and Gary Husband
The lineup also includes evenings announced by the organizers with artists of the caliber of Mike Stern and Chiara Civello. For detailed times for each evening, please refer to the box office and the official Park channels.
Highlights Arcosoli Jazz 2026
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Practical information — Arcosoli Jazz
Getting there
The Teatro della Panoramica dei Templi is located in the Valley of the Temples area, south of Agrigento. By car, it can be reached via the SS640 and the roads leading to the Archaeological Park; parking areas are available near the entrances. By train, arrive at Agrigento Centrale station, then take a local bus or taxi to the Valley of the Temples.
Tickets
Tickets and season passes are on sale at the box office at Via Platone 5/d in Agrigento (tel. +39 0922 25019), online at www.agrigentoticket.it, and via TicketOne. Some concerts offer free admission with reservation via Eventbrite. The 'Carta del docente' (teacher's voucher) is accepted.
Tips
Concerts are held outdoors in the evening: comfortable clothing and a light jacket for the evening are recommended. Arriving early allows you to enjoy the sunset over the temples before the show begins.
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Where does it take place — Arcosoli Jazz
Teatro della Panoramica dei Templi
Valle dei Templi, 92100 Agrigento