Jazz in Finland 100 – Finnish Jazz Showcase 2026

To celebrate the centenary of Finnish jazz, a national showcase event dedicated to Finnish jazz will be organized in Finland. The showcase, aimed at an international professional audience, will take place in April in Espoo in connection with the April Jazz Festival.

The event will bring together promoters, record label representatives, concert organizers, media, and other industry professionals from around the world. The export-focused showcase is organized in collaboration by the Finnish Jazz Federation, Music Finland, April Jazz, and the Sibelius Academy of the University of the Arts Helsinki.

The showcase will take place during the April Jazz Festival from Tue 21 – Thu 23 April at various locations around Espoo. Over three days, 8–12 ensembles will perform. The program also includes panel discussions and networking sessions.