The Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival

The Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival 2026

Join the Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival from 10–12 July 2026 at Moseley Park, Birmingham. Set in a beautiful 11-acre woodland glade with lakeside stages, this three-day event offers a vibrant mix of jazz, funk, and soul music.

Music

The festival features a diverse lineup of UK and international artists, blending classic jazz, blues, funk, soul, and occasional Latin and Afrobeat rhythms. Expect top-quality sound and performances from veteran headliners to emerging talent.

Family-Friendly Atmosphere

Mostly Jazz offers a relaxed environment suitable for all ages, with free entry for children under 12 when accompanied by an adult. Families can enjoy picnics by the lake while listening to live music, with onsite food and drink vendors providing craft beers, cocktails, and snacks.

Festival Experience

Set in Moseley Park’s open-air amphitheatre, the festival combines great live music with a natural setting. Attendees can relax on grassy slopes or dance under the trees, making it a standout event on Birmingham’s summer calendar.

Getting to the Festival

Birmingham’s main train and bus stations make getting around easy. Birmingham New Street and Moor Street stations connect to the national rail network, and from either you can take local buses toward Moseley Park. In particular, the No.50 bus runs roughly every 10 minutes from Moor Street or Digbeth and reaches Moseley in about 10–15 minutes. Other bus routes (1, 35, 50A, etc.) also pass along Alcester Road near the park. Coaches arrive at Digbeth Coach Station (a short walk from Moor Street), so you can hop on the No.50 bus to Moseley.

Traveling by Car

If you drive, arriving is straightforward. From the south, follow the M42 to junction 3 (then A435 toward Moseley); from the north, take the M6 to junction 6 and then the A38 into Birmingham. Once in Moseley, follow signs to Alcester Road (B4131) toward the park. Onsite parking is not available and street parking is limited, so many visitors park in Kings Heath or Balsall Heath and take a short bus ride (like the No.50) back to the festival.

Traveling by Air

Birmingham Airport (BHX) is the closest airport, about 9.3 miles from Moseley by road. It has good rail and bus links to the city: trains run to Birmingham International and Moor Street, after which you can take a taxi or the No.50 bus to the festival. Manchester and London airports also connect to Birmingham by train or coach if needed. At Digbeth Coach Station (near Moor Street), you can catch the No.50 bus directly to Moseley.

Accommodation

Birmingham’s city centre has a wide range of hotels, hostels, and B&Bs. Staying near Broad Street, the Jewellery Quarter, or Digbeth will put you close to transport links. If you prefer to sleep closer to the venue, look for guesthouses or rentals in Moseley or nearby Kings Heath. Wherever you stay, plan ahead – hotels fill up quickly during busy summer weekends. Booking early and choosing a place with good access to buses or parking will make your trip smoother.