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Sun September 6th

Pacific Soul Jazz Festival 2026

Sun September 6th

Pacific Soul Jazz Festival 2026

Date
Sunday September 6th, 2026
Time
12:00PM

Gates open

11:00 am

Presented by

Mandate Project Impact & The Urban League of San Diego County

Pricing

Tickets: $40 – $250

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The Pacific Soul Jazz Festival is more than a music festival — it is a transformational cultural experience designed to unite communities, celebrate excellence in music and the arts, and create educational and economic opportunities for future generations.
Taking place Labor Day Weekend, September 5–6, 2026, at the prestigious UCSD Epstein Family Amphitheater in beautiful La Jolla, California, this two-day festival will feature nationally recognized jazz, soul, R&B, inspirational, and contemporary artists performing in one of Southern California’s premier outdoor entertainment venues.

Produced by Mandate Project Impact, Inc. and the Urban League of San Diego County, with the support of UCSD, the Pacific Soul Jazz Festival has a greater mission beyond entertainment. This signature event serves as a fundraising initiative supporting:

  • STEAM-Focused Workforce Development Programs
  • Economic Development Education Initiatives
  • Youth Mentorship, Leadership Development, and Internship Programs
  • Scholarship Opportunities for eligible students pursuing higher education
  • Arts and Cultural Education Programs
This festival is designed to inspire, uplift, educate, and empower while creating a premier entertainment destination for residents, tourists, music lovers, community leaders, and corporate partners.

The Epstein Family Amphitheater is located at 9480 Innovation Lane, La Jolla, on the UC San Diego campus.

Take the Trolley: The amphitheater is located next to the Blue Line Trolley, UCSD Central Campus Station. For more information about the trolley, visit the MTS website >

From the North: Take I-5 south and exit La Jolla Village Drive. Use the right lanes to turn right onto La Jolla Village Drive and take the first right onto Villa La Jolla Drive.

From the South: Take I-5 north and exit La Jolla Village Drive. Use the left lanes to turn left onto La Jolla Village Drive and take the first right onto Villa La Jolla Drive.

The closest parking structure is Gilman Parking Structure. UC San Diego requires parking permits 7 days a week. Permits can be purchased at permit machines or through the Parkmobile App. Visit UC San Diego Transportation for information on where to buy your permit, and costs.

Accessible Seating

Wheelchair-accessible seating is available in all seating areas for patrons in wheelchairs and their companions. 

If you need additional information and/or assistance, please contact amphitheater@ucsd.edu.

You may bring in empty refillable water bottles, small personal bags (16” x 16 “ x 8”). All bags are subject to search by security officers. We encourage that you dress in layers and for those who have tickets to the General Lawn Section to wear shoes without heels.  

Additional prohibited items include: strollers, large backpacks, flags, tobacco products, alcohol, cans, bottles, ice chests, picnic baskets, lawn furniture, weapons of any kind, umbrellas, pets, hula hoops, musical instruments, laser pointers, bicycles, and skateboards.  Cameras with a detachable lens of any kind and professional recording devices are not allowed, including GoPros. Scooters, skateboards, roller skates, and other recreational wheeled equipment are not permitted at the Epstein Family Amphitheater. UC San Diego is a smoke-free campus. 

If you have questions, please contact amphitheater@ucsd.edu.

For the safety and comfort of all, you may not bring lawn chairs or furniture. The lawn is quite steep and not safe for lawn chairs. You can bring in personal seat cushions, blankets, or seating, as long as they fit your personal space. We encourage the same for the stone bench seating areas on both General Admission and reserved seating shows.

 

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