XI International Dixieland Festival Plzeň

On the weekend of 25–26 July 2026, Plzeň will host the eleventh edition of the International Dixieland Festival, featuring leading Czech and international dixieland bands.

Festival Programme

The Saturday programme (25 July) takes place in the garden of Měšťanská beseda. The day opens with the traditional "New Orleans Parade" — a procession of all bands, dancers, and passers-by through the city centre. The following bands will then perform:

Pilsner Jazz Band
Jazz Friendly
RB Dixie Five (PL)
Alapar Jazz (AG)
J. Jazzmen & Barbora Vágnerová

Programme changes are reserved.

Entry to the garden is free. A VIP ticket for 290 CZK includes a guaranteed seat at the front tables. In case of severe weather, the programme moves to the Grand Hall.