Call for applications: Jazz in the Park Competition

Where tomorrow’s headliners take the stage.

How it works:

1/ APPLY : Submit your application completing the form until  May 3, 2026 .

2/ PRESELECTION: Our curatorial team reviews all submissions and selects 12 finalists to perform life in Cluj-Napoca. Results announced May 21, 2026

3/ LIVE COMPETITION : Perform in front of an international jury and thousands of spectators.

4/ BUILD YOUR NETWORK : Connect with festival organizers, booking agents, and fellow musicians from across Europe.

5/ ENJOY IT : 3 days full of activities, experiences plus a Jam Sessions you want to attend.

Who can apply?

Musicians and bands aged 16–35, focusing on jazz and adjacent genres. One band member can be over 35. There is no entry fee.

What do I need to submit?

A link to your music (streaming platforms, YouTube, SoundCloud, etc.), band bio, and photos. Full requirements are in the Official Regulation and the Official Registration Form.

When and where?

September 18–20, 2026, in Central Park (Parcul Central), Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

Applications are open until  May 3, 2026 .

Find all the information via the link below.