Jhené Aiko and Ludacris to Ignite the 2026 Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival as the City of Miami Gardens Brings the Event Back Bigger Than Ever, March 7th and 8th.
Miami Gardens, FL (December 19, 2025) - Jazz in the Gardens (JITG) Music Festival, named one of the nation's top festivals by Newsweek and Miami New Times' Best Music Festival for 2025, returns to Hard Rock Stadium March 7th and 8th, 2026. In its 19th year, JITG Music Fest celebrates Black music and culture, uniting icons for a dynamic weekend. Hosted by the City of Miami Gardens and produced by the Black Promoters Collective (BPC).
Jhené Aiko, renowned for her soulful and transcendent sound, will headline on Saturday, March 7. Ludacris is the Grammy-winning superstar celebrated for his high-energy performances and era-defining hits. He will take center stage on Sunday, March 8. Aiko joins the JITG Music Fest after acclaimed appearances on a much-talked-about fall tour with Chris Brown and Bryson Tiller. Ludacris follows up on his explosive 25th-anniversary celebration earlier this year. His show featured surprise guests like Usher, Fergie, Jermaine Dupri, and LL Cool J. That performance created a viral cultural moment. Now, Ludacris brings that excitement to Miami Gardens. His set promises to be one of the festival's standout performances.
The 2026 lineup offers a wide range of music, with headliners GloRilla, Nelly and Ashanti, Ella Mai, Joe, Mýa, Pastor Mike Jr., Tonio Armani, King George, Syd, Boney James, and Damien Escobar. Highlights include D-Nice and Friends and appearances by SWV, Donell Jones, Case, Sunshine Anderson, and Kenny Burns.
Last year's festival solidified JITG Music Fest as one of the country's top live-music experiences. The event received widespread praise from outlets including People, Rolling Stone, VIBE, Black Enterprise, Blavity, and Bossip. The weekend was filled with viral moments, most notably Doechii's powerhouse performance during Lauryn Hill's set. This performance set social media abuzz and made headlines. By blending legacy acts with rising stars, JITG continues to embody the spirit of contemporary Black culture more than most live events do.
Join JITG Music Fest-Miami Gardens' signature event-and experience world-class music, top vendors, and the vibrant spirit of Florida's largest Black city. Don't miss your chance to be part of this unforgettable celebration!
Purchase tickets through the Jazz in the Gardens website.