Hosted by the City of Miami Gardens and produced by the Black Promoters Collective, Jazz in the Gardens Music Festival, recognized as one of the best festivals in the country by Newsweek and named Best Music Festival for 2025 by Miami New Times, delivers its most dynamic lineup yet, featuring GloRilla, Ella Mai, Mýa, Joe, D-Nice & Friends featuring SWV, Robin Thicke, Case, Sunshine Anderson & Kenny Burns, plus Pastor Mike Jr., Tonio Armani, King George, Boney James, Damien Escobar and one more major surprise guest!

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 with a special 25th anniversary set. 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 recent anniversary celebration earlier this year. His show featured surprise guests like Usher, Fergie, Jermaine Dupri, and LL Cool J, creating a viral cultural moment. Now, Ludacris brings that excitement to Miami Gardens. His set promises to be one of the festival’s standout performances.

Nelly & Ashanti, two of the most influential artists of the 2000s, join the JITG Music Fest as headliners, bringing a dynamic blend of hip-hop and R&B to the 2026 lineup. Together, their catalog spans decades of chart-topping hits and unforgettable collaborations, including their era-defining chemistry on fan favorites that helped shape a generation of music. Their joint presence at JITG Music Fest promises a high-energy, nostalgia-filled performance celebrating legacy, longevity, and undeniable star power.

The 2026 Jazz in the Gardens lineup has expanded to include The Isley Brothers, Stephanie Mills, and El DeBarge, adding three iconic acts whose catalogs have shaped generations of R&B and soul. The festival also features a wide range of music, including GloRilla, Ella Mai, Mýa, Joe, Syd, Pastor Mike Jr., Tonio Armani, King George, Boney James, and Damien Escobar. Highlights include D-Nice & Friends and appearances by SWV, Robin Thicke, Case, Sunshine Anderson, and Kenny Burns.

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!