Fez — Jazzablanca is set to return to Anfa Park in Casablanca from July 2 to 11 for its 19th edition, unveiling one of its most ambitious and internationally diverse lineups to date.
Headlined by legendary rock band Scorpions, British pop icon Robbie Williams, and global pop star Mika, the festival promises ten days of performances across multiple stages.
Organizers confirmed that nearly 50 artists will perform during the event, with four concerts scheduled each evening at Anfa Park across the Grande Scène and Scène 21.
Meanwhile, Parc de la Ligue Arabe will host free concerts, reinforcing the festival’s open-access dimension.
Opening night and major milestones
The festival will open on July 2 with Robbie Williams delivering his first-ever concert in North Africa, marking a milestone for both the artist and the Moroccan music scene. That same evening, British-Bahraini trumpeter Yazz Ahmed will perform on Scène 21, blending contemporary jazz with Middle Eastern influences.
On July 4, Scorpions will take the main stage, celebrating 60 years of career-defining rock anthems that have shaped generations.This will mark their second performance in Morocco and their first in 14 years.
The same night, American singer José James will pay tribute to Marvin Gaye.
A cross-genre, cross-generational lineup
Jazzablanca 2026 stretches far beyond rock headliners. On July 3, American guitarist Cory Wong, known for his work with Vulfpeck, will bring a funk-driven performance fusing jazz and pop. Franco-Haitian artist Naïka is scheduled for July 5, while Franco-Algerian rapper Rilès will perform on July 7, highlighting the festival’s embrace of contemporary urban sounds.
Franco-Moroccan trumpeter Daoud will take the stage on July 6, exploring hybrid sounds that merge jazz, hip-hop, and electronic elements. Soul fans can look forward to Thee Sacred Souls on July 8.
July 9 will mark the highly anticipated return of Mika, alongside Canadian singer Charlotte Cardin and Grammy-winning blues artist Fantastic Negrito. Colombian star Juanes will bring his signature Latin rock to the stage on July 10.
The festival will close on July 11 with British soul and R&B singer Jorja Smith, adding a contemporary edge to the event’s final night.
