2026 GUIDE TO FESTIVALS
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La Jolla Music Society SummerFest
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WHAT DISTINGUISHES THIS FESTIVAL
La Jolla Music Society's SummerFest, established in 1986, is an internationally recognized chamber music festival set against San Diego's ocean backdrop. Every August, renowned musicians perform a diverse mix of classical and boundary-pushing concerts. The Wall Street Journal calls it "a gem of a chamber-music festival."
FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS
Musicians from across the globe converge on La Jolla's sunny coast for four exciting weeks of performances led by celebrated pianist and Music Director Inon Barnatan. Centered around the theme of "Making History," our stages will feature acclaimed artists in classical music, jazz, and folk, including Karen Gomyo, George Li, Alisa Weilerstein, Jonathan Biss, Randall Goosby, James Ehnes, Tessa Lark, and the GRAMMY-winning ensemble Imani Winds, among others. From intimate jazz sets to epic classical experiences—like performances of the complete Brandenburg Concertos—there is something for everyone at SummerFest. One of Southern California's biggest musical events, SummerFest is now in its 40th year.
LOCATION
Conrad Prebys Performing Arts Center, La Jolla, California
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DATES
July 31 - August 29, 2026
HEALTH & SAFETY
MUSIC DIRECTOR
Inon Barnatan
GENRES
Classical • Jazz
TICKET PRICE RANGE $40 to $145
TICKET PURCHASE INFORMATION
Telephone: 858-459-3728
BOOKING CONTACTS
Grace Smith, artistic planning and operations director
Booking cycle date range
Ongoing, through February prior to the festival
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