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LA Jazz Festival Cancelled Hours Before Opening, Refunds Promised

8/10/2026

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The Los Angeles Jazz Festival was cancelled hours before its scheduled start on Friday, August 7, 2026.
Organizer Martin Ludlow, a former Los Angeles city council member, said the cancellation stemmed from unexpected public-safety and municipal costs from permitting the On The Beach Festival.
Ticket holders will receive full refunds within 30 days.
The festival’s website now lists a tentative event for the weekend of August 22-23, with details forthcoming.

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The Los Angeles Jazz Festival was cancelled hours before its scheduled start on Friday, August 7, 2026.
Organizer Martin Ludlow, a former Los Angeles city council member, said the cancellation stemmed from unexpected public-safety and municipal costs from permitting the On The Beach Festival.
Ticket holders will receive full refunds within 30 days.
The festival’s website now lists a tentative event for the weekend of August 22-23, with details forthcoming.