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AUG 27-29

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AUG 27-29

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About

Jazz Festival is continually seamlessly building a bridge between music and cinema - since 2022.

Jazz Festival is continually seamlessly building a bridge between music and cinema - since 2022.

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First announced at the 2022 Ponta Lopud Film Festival with an open-air screening of the Oscar winning film Birdman – featuring a full length live performance of the film by its Grammy-winning composer Antonio Sánchez – the Jazz Festival seamlessly built a bridge between music and cinema.


Starting in 2023, the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival turned Lopud Island into a vibrant jazz hub, bringing together world-renowned musicians, emerging talent, and jazz enthusiasts to celebrate music and freedom of expression.

The festival offers nightly concerts and a myriad of daily masterclasses for pre-selected aspiring professional musicians, which have been led by the festival’s performers and jazz greats such as Joe Lovano, Kenny Werner, Thana Alexa, Antonio Sánchez, Linda May Han Oh, David Sánchez, Nicole Zuraitis, Michael League, and more.

Linda May Han Oh
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Grammy winning bassist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Linda May Han Oh
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is truly one of its kind. We had a beautiful week playing music, sharing with enthusiastic students and absorbing the local culture. I hope we'll be returning soon.
Kenny Werner
Grammy nominated pianist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Kenny Werner
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is a rare treat and a rare experience. Great talent, tremendous commitment, and an extraordinary energy brought to the island by two giants in jazz, Thana Alexa and Antonio Sánchez.
Joe Lovano
Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Jazz Festival 2023
Joe Lovano
Sharing the blessings of music in an idyllic setting like this is a dream. The love and passion of everyone I encountered was incredible beyond words. I look forward to returning to the Festival again and again.
Antonio Sánchez
Four-time Grammy winning drummer, Jazz Festival 2023 & 2024
Identity Design
I have never been to a festival quite like Ponta Lopud Jazz. The beautiful setting, the camaraderie, transcendent masterclasses, incredible gastronomy and the level of visiting artists make this a one-of-a-kind festival no one should miss.
Nicole Zuraitis
Grammy winning vocalist and pianist, Jazz Festival 2024
Nicole Zuraitis
I don't often describe things as perfect, but the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is perfection in every way. The setting, the people, the music — an absolute highlight of my career.
Thana Alexa
Grammy nominated vocalist and Jazz Festival Artistic Director
Thana Alexa
Time and space to process life and be fully present is what cultivates creativity — and a rare luxury for artists. Giving artists at every career level that experience is what makes Ponta Lopud the most unique jazz festival in the world.
Michael League
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Michael League
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Grammy winning bassist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Linda May Han Oh
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is truly one of its kind. We had a beautiful week playing music, sharing with enthusiastic students and absorbing the local culture. I hope we'll be returning soon.
Kenny Werner
Grammy nominated pianist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Kenny Werner
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is a rare treat and a rare experience. Great talent, tremendous commitment, and an extraordinary energy brought to the island by two giants in jazz, Thana Alexa and Antonio Sánchez.
Joe Lovano
Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Jazz Festival 2023
Joe Lovano
Sharing the blessings of music in an idyllic setting like this is a dream. The love and passion of everyone I encountered was incredible beyond words. I look forward to returning to the Festival again and again.
Antonio Sánchez
Four-time Grammy winning drummer, Jazz Festival 2023 & 2024
Identity Design
I have never been to a festival quite like Ponta Lopud Jazz. The beautiful setting, the camaraderie, transcendent masterclasses, incredible gastronomy and the level of visiting artists make this a one-of-a-kind festival no one should miss.
Nicole Zuraitis
Grammy winning vocalist and pianist, Jazz Festival 2024
Nicole Zuraitis
I don't often describe things as perfect, but the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is perfection in every way. The setting, the people, the music — an absolute highlight of my career.
Thana Alexa
Grammy nominated vocalist and Jazz Festival Artistic Director
Thana Alexa
Time and space to process life and be fully present is what cultivates creativity — and a rare luxury for artists. Giving artists at every career level that experience is what makes Ponta Lopud the most unique jazz festival in the world.
Michael League
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Michael League
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Grammy winning bassist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Linda May Han Oh
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is truly one of its kind. We had a beautiful week playing music, sharing with enthusiastic students and absorbing the local culture. I hope we'll be returning soon.
Kenny Werner
Grammy nominated pianist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Kenny Werner
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is a rare treat and a rare experience. Great talent, tremendous commitment, and an extraordinary energy brought to the island by two giants in jazz, Thana Alexa and Antonio Sánchez.
Joe Lovano
Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Jazz Festival 2023
Joe Lovano
Sharing the blessings of music in an idyllic setting like this is a dream. The love and passion of everyone I encountered was incredible beyond words. I look forward to returning to the Festival again and again.
Antonio Sánchez
Four-time Grammy winning drummer, Jazz Festival 2023 & 2024
Identity Design
I have never been to a festival quite like Ponta Lopud Jazz. The beautiful setting, the camaraderie, transcendent masterclasses, incredible gastronomy and the level of visiting artists make this a one-of-a-kind festival no one should miss.
Nicole Zuraitis
Grammy winning vocalist and pianist, Jazz Festival 2024
Nicole Zuraitis
I don't often describe things as perfect, but the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is perfection in every way. The setting, the people, the music — an absolute highlight of my career.
Thana Alexa
Grammy nominated vocalist and Jazz Festival Artistic Director
Thana Alexa
Time and space to process life and be fully present is what cultivates creativity — and a rare luxury for artists. Giving artists at every career level that experience is what makes Ponta Lopud the most unique jazz festival in the world.
Michael League
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Michael League
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Grammy winning bassist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Linda May Han Oh
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is truly one of its kind. We had a beautiful week playing music, sharing with enthusiastic students and absorbing the local culture. I hope we'll be returning soon.
Kenny Werner
Grammy nominated pianist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Kenny Werner
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is a rare treat and a rare experience. Great talent, tremendous commitment, and an extraordinary energy brought to the island by two giants in jazz, Thana Alexa and Antonio Sánchez.
Joe Lovano
Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Jazz Festival 2023
Joe Lovano
Sharing the blessings of music in an idyllic setting like this is a dream. The love and passion of everyone I encountered was incredible beyond words. I look forward to returning to the Festival again and again.
Antonio Sánchez
Four-time Grammy winning drummer, Jazz Festival 2023 & 2024
Identity Design
I have never been to a festival quite like Ponta Lopud Jazz. The beautiful setting, the camaraderie, transcendent masterclasses, incredible gastronomy and the level of visiting artists make this a one-of-a-kind festival no one should miss.
Nicole Zuraitis
Grammy winning vocalist and pianist, Jazz Festival 2024
Nicole Zuraitis
I don't often describe things as perfect, but the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is perfection in every way. The setting, the people, the music — an absolute highlight of my career.
Thana Alexa
Grammy nominated vocalist and Jazz Festival Artistic Director
Thana Alexa
Time and space to process life and be fully present is what cultivates creativity — and a rare luxury for artists. Giving artists at every career level that experience is what makes Ponta Lopud the most unique jazz festival in the world.
Michael League
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Michael League
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Grammy winning bassist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Linda May Han Oh
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is truly one of its kind. We had a beautiful week playing music, sharing with enthusiastic students and absorbing the local culture. I hope we'll be returning soon.
Kenny Werner
Grammy nominated pianist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Kenny Werner
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is a rare treat and a rare experience. Great talent, tremendous commitment, and an extraordinary energy brought to the island by two giants in jazz, Thana Alexa and Antonio Sánchez.
Joe Lovano
Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Jazz Festival 2023
Joe Lovano
Sharing the blessings of music in an idyllic setting like this is a dream. The love and passion of everyone I encountered was incredible beyond words. I look forward to returning to the Festival again and again.
Antonio Sánchez
Four-time Grammy winning drummer, Jazz Festival 2023 & 2024
Identity Design
I have never been to a festival quite like Ponta Lopud Jazz. The beautiful setting, the camaraderie, transcendent masterclasses, incredible gastronomy and the level of visiting artists make this a one-of-a-kind festival no one should miss.
Nicole Zuraitis
Grammy winning vocalist and pianist, Jazz Festival 2024
Nicole Zuraitis
I don't often describe things as perfect, but the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is perfection in every way. The setting, the people, the music — an absolute highlight of my career.
Thana Alexa
Grammy nominated vocalist and Jazz Festival Artistic Director
Thana Alexa
Time and space to process life and be fully present is what cultivates creativity — and a rare luxury for artists. Giving artists at every career level that experience is what makes Ponta Lopud the most unique jazz festival in the world.
Michael League
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Michael League
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.
Linda May Han Oh
Grammy winning bassist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Linda May Han Oh
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is truly one of its kind. We had a beautiful week playing music, sharing with enthusiastic students and absorbing the local culture. I hope we'll be returning soon.
Kenny Werner
Grammy nominated pianist and composer, Jazz Festival 2024
Kenny Werner
The Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is a rare treat and a rare experience. Great talent, tremendous commitment, and an extraordinary energy brought to the island by two giants in jazz, Thana Alexa and Antonio Sánchez.
Joe Lovano
Grammy winning saxophonist and composer, Jazz Festival 2023
Joe Lovano
Sharing the blessings of music in an idyllic setting like this is a dream. The love and passion of everyone I encountered was incredible beyond words. I look forward to returning to the Festival again and again.
Antonio Sánchez
Four-time Grammy winning drummer, Jazz Festival 2023 & 2024
Identity Design
I have never been to a festival quite like Ponta Lopud Jazz. The beautiful setting, the camaraderie, transcendent masterclasses, incredible gastronomy and the level of visiting artists make this a one-of-a-kind festival no one should miss.
Nicole Zuraitis
Grammy winning vocalist and pianist, Jazz Festival 2024
Nicole Zuraitis
I don't often describe things as perfect, but the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival is perfection in every way. The setting, the people, the music — an absolute highlight of my career.
Thana Alexa
Grammy nominated vocalist and Jazz Festival Artistic Director
Thana Alexa
Time and space to process life and be fully present is what cultivates creativity — and a rare luxury for artists. Giving artists at every career level that experience is what makes Ponta Lopud the most unique jazz festival in the world.
Michael League
Five-time Grammy winning bassist and producer, Jazz Festival 2024
Michael League
Ponta Lopud is everything a small, exquisitely-curated festival should be. Idyllic location, incredible hospitality, direct contact between artists and audience, and an unpretentious ambiance that is at the same time extremely luxurious. I hope to come back for many more editions.

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General

Jazz Festival 2026

AUG 27-29, 2026

The fourth edition of the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival will once again bring Lopud island alive with the energy and freedom that jazz inspires.

BECOME A FELLOW

Fill out the submissions form

STAY TUNED

PLJF 2026 Program is coming soon - stay tuned!

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General

Jazz Festival 2026

AUG 27-29, 2026

The fourth edition of the Ponta Lopud Jazz Festival will once again bring Lopud island alive with the energy and freedom that jazz inspires.

BECOME A FELLOW

Fill out the submissions form

STAY TUNED

PLJF 2026 Program is coming soon - stay tuned!

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Become a fellow

Become a Ponta Lopud Jazz 2026 Fellow

SIGN UP now

SIGN UP now

Rules

Entry to apply

Free

Deadline to apply

Jun 20

(46 days left)

AUDITIONS OPEN FROM

May 20

Festival begins

August 27

Festival begins

August 27

Who is eligible to apply?

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Professionals

Applicants must be professional musicians with music being their main source of income (no hobbyists or undergraduate students)

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Trained

Applicants must have a high level of musical training

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Published

Applicants must appear on AT LEAST ONE professionally published recording or album (can be work for hire or a solo project)

Responsibilities

Included in fellowship

4 nights of lodging (shared rooms)

Breakfast, lunch & dinner

Daily masterclasses

Evening concerts

Nightly jam sessions

Excursions & events

Your responsibilities if selected

Travel to and from Dubrovnik

€200 + VAT symbolic Fellowship fee

* No cost to apply or audition. The fee applies only once you've been selected.

How to apply

Three steps - no fee.

01 - apply

Fill out a form

Tell us who you are, what you play, what you've recorded and submit

Tell us who you are, what you play, what you've recorded and submit

03 - send

Submit by email

Attach all three documents and send before midnight, 20 Jun 2026.

Attach all three documents and send before midnight, 20 Jun 2026.

04 - wait for the jury

Wait for resutls

Winners are contacted in early September and invited to the festival, 27–29 August 2026.

04 - wait for the jury

Wait for resutls

Winners are contacted in early September and invited to the festival, 27–29 August 2026.

SUBMISSIONS FORM

Fill out the submissions form
by clicking here

Fill out the submissions form by clicking here

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SPONSORS

Become a member of the Ponta Lopud Club to engage with an exclusive artistic community and contribute to the lasting legacy of the Ponta Lopud Festivals.

Become a member of the Ponta Lopud Club to engage with an exclusive artistic community and contribute to the lasting legacy of the Ponta Lopud Festivals.

As a distinguished member, you will enjoy VIP access with priority seating at all festival events, exclusive invitations to private gatherings, and participation in curated off-program activities. Your support will be honoured in our journal, newsletter, and official website.

As a distinguished member, you will enjoy VIP access with priority seating at all festival events, exclusive invitations to private gatherings, and participation in curated off-program activities. Your support will be honoured in our journal, newsletter, and official website.

Join the club

Join the club

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news

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Jan 20, 2025

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From June to September, Lopud will come alive with a vibrant program of film, music, and literature, uniting top artists and enthusiasts while delivering an unforgettable experience in one of the Adriatic’s most breathtaking locations

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Dec 11, 2024

First Ponta Lopud Book Bridge Concludes Successfully: An Event That Built Bridges of Inspiration

Over the course of two days, this vibrant literary event united writers, intellectuals, and literature enthusiasts, fostering opportunities for creative exchange and a shared appreciation of the literary arts.

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Dec 20, 2024

Tomorrow Marks the Start of the First Ponta Lopud Book Bridge: A Two-Day Literary Event With A Special Musical Addition.

This weekend, a two-day literary event will take place, fostering interaction between authors and the audience, and further enriched by a musical segment featuring Draško Adžić.

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Nov 30, 2024

Rich Program of the Ponta Lopud Book Bridge Unveils Leading Authors and Thought-Provoking Discussions

This week, a two-day literary event will open the door to dialogue between renowned authors,

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Jan 20, 2025

Three Festivals, Countless Unforgettable Experiences: Art Comes Alive on Lopud Next Summer

From June to September, Lopud will come alive with a vibrant program of film, music, and literature, uniting top artists and enthusiasts while delivering an unforgettable experience in one of the Adriatic’s most breathtaking locations

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Dec 11, 2024

First Ponta Lopud Book Bridge Concludes Successfully: An Event That Built Bridges of Inspiration

Over the course of two days, this vibrant literary event united writers, intellectuals, and literature enthusiasts, fostering opportunities for creative exchange and a shared appreciation of the literary arts.

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Dec 20, 2024

Tomorrow Marks the Start of the First Ponta Lopud Book Bridge: A Two-Day Literary Event With A Special Musical Addition.

This weekend, a two-day literary event will take place, fostering interaction between authors and the audience, and further enriched by a musical segment featuring Draško Adžić.

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Jan 20, 2025

Three Festivals, Countless Unforgettable Experiences: Art Comes Alive on Lopud Next Summer

From June to September, Lopud will come alive with a vibrant program of film, music, and literature, uniting top artists and enthusiasts while delivering an unforgettable experience in one of the Adriatic’s most breathtaking locations

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Dec 11, 2024

First Ponta Lopud Book Bridge Concludes Successfully: An Event That Built Bridges of Inspiration

Over the course of two days, this vibrant literary event united writers, intellectuals, and literature enthusiasts, fostering opportunities for creative exchange and a shared appreciation of the literary arts.

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25-28 Jun

Film Festival 2026

27-29 Aug

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17-19 Sep

Book Bridge Festival 2026

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Ponta Lopud

Obala Iva Kuljevana 49, 20222, Lopud, Croatia

Organised by

Ponta Lopud Festival j.d.o.o.

Dubrovnik Partner d.o.o. & Udruga Aklapela

Contact

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We want to thank all of our partners, sponsors and supporters who are here for us at all times! Thank you for making this experience unforgettable for all our guests, masters, participants and us.

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get in touch

Never miss a moment

Be the first to hear about our news and events.

25-28 Jun

Film Festival 2026

27-29 Aug

Jazz Festival 2026

17-19 Sep

Book Bridge Festival 2026

Visit us

Ponta Lopud

Obala Iva Kuljevana 49, 20222, Lopud, Croatia

Organised by

Ponta Lopud Festival j.d.o.o.

Dubrovnik Partner d.o.o. & Udruga Aklapela

Contact

Email

hello@pontalopud.hr

Press

hello@pontalopud.hr

Socials
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Instagram

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Facebook

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Youtube

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Linkedin

Sponsors

We want to thank all of our partners, sponsors and supporters who are here for us at all times! Thank you for making this experience unforgettable for all our guests, masters, participants and us.

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06
]
get in touch

Never miss a moment

Be the first to hear about our news and events.

25-28 Jun

Film Festival 2026

27-29 Aug

Jazz Festival 2026

17-19 Sep

Book Bridge Festival 2026

Visit us

Ponta Lopud

Obala Iva Kuljevana 49, 20222, Lopud, Croatia

Organised by

Ponta Lopud Festival j.d.o.o.

Dubrovnik Partner d.o.o. & Udruga Aklapela

Contact

Email

hello@pontalopud.hr

Press

hello@pontalopud.hr

Socials
Icon

Instagram

Icon

Facebook

Icon

Youtube

Icon

Linkedin

Sponsors

We want to thank all of our partners, sponsors and supporters who are here for us at all times! Thank you for making this experience unforgettable for all our guests, masters, participants and us.