The international jazz festival in San Vito Lo Capo
San Vito Jazz is one of the most beloved music festivals in the province of Trapani. Every year, it transforms late summer evenings in San Vito Lo Capo into a celebration of great jazz. Organized by AOTS with the support of the local municipality, the festival aims to promote Italian and Sicilian jazz by pairing local talent with major national and international stars.
The heart of the festival is the Palazzo La Porta Garden, located on Via del Mulino within the municipal building. This open-air space becomes an intimate, cozy stage perfect for listening: the audience sits just a few meters from the musicians, creating an atmosphere that prioritizes sound quality and direct connection with the artists. Concerts typically start late in the evening, around 9:30 PM, when the cool night air makes listening under the Sicilian sky truly ideal.
The festival program alternates big names in contemporary jazz with rising stars, with a special focus on the Sicilian and Mediterranean scenes. Over the years, the stage has hosted leading saxophonists, pianists, double bassists, and vocalists in formations ranging from classic trios to experimental projects. A Jazz School section, introduced in recent editions, brings together students from the main jazz schools of Western Sicily and their masters, bridging the gap between education and the professional stage.
Famous for its white sandy beach and the Couscous Fest, San Vito Lo Capo is one of Sicily's most renowned seaside destinations. The jazz festival adds a cultural layer to the town's offerings, extending the tourist season with a high-quality event that blends signature music, stunning landscapes, and warm hospitality. For those visiting the province of Trapani at the end of summer, San Vito Jazz is the perfect opportunity to experience jazz in a unique setting, just a stone's throw from the sea.
The festival has always maintained free admission for all concerts, a choice that makes it accessible to both residents and visitors, fostering a true sense of community. For the detailed program and updated schedules, we recommend checking the event's official channels.
The San Vito Jazz 2026 international festival takes place from Tuesday, September 1st to Saturday, September 5th, 2026, in the Palazzo La Porta Garden in San Vito Lo Capo, featuring five evenings of free concerts, typically starting around 9:30 PM.
Artists announced for this edition include saxophonist Francesco Cafiso, American double bassist Eddie Gomez, bassist Dario Deidda, singer Barbara Casini, performer Jerusa Barros, and pianists Dario Carnovale and Salvatore Bonafede. The complete program, including specific ensembles and detailed schedules, will be finalized by the organizers in the weeks leading up to the event.
The Jazz School section is also confirmed, featuring performances by students alongside their masters from jazz schools across Western Sicily.
San Vito Lo Capo is located on the northwestern tip of Sicily, in the province of Trapani. By car, it can be reached via the A29 motorway (Castellammare del Golfo exit), continuing along the SP16. The nearest airport is Trapani-Birgi (approx. 60 km); Palermo Punta Raisi is about 100 km away. In summer, bus connections are available from Trapani and Palermo.
Concerts are held in the Palazzo La Porta Garden, Via del Mulino 19, inside the municipal building in the town center.
Free admission to all concerts. We recommend arriving early due to the limited capacity of the garden.
Official website: sanvitojazz.com - Email: [email protected] - Social media: Facebook and Instagram @sanvitojazz.
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Giardino di Palazzo La Porta
Via del Mulino 19, 91010 San Vito Lo Capo