Baltic Jazz Festival

Come experience the vibrant and sensational Baltic Jazz Festival, where historical ironworks from Dalsbruk provide a perfect backdrop for classic jazz styles to mingle with other genres. This swinging festival has been held annually since 1987 and brings together both internationally acclaimed musicians as well as local talent in one harmonious mix of music that's suitable for all ages—think traditional jazz combined with blues, rock, and more! Antti Sarpila, the Finnish jazz legend extraordinaire, has served as Creative Director since 2002, so things are bound to be unique each year.

Get ready to experience the 35th Baltic Jazz, July 7–9, 2023, in Dalsbruk, Kimito Island! With Creative Director Antti Sarpila already hard at work curating a unique musical program featuring swinging music and plenty of family-friendly activities, you know it'll be a blast. Not only will you revel in great music but also take pleasure in admiring the picturesque iron works village setting around the concert venues—what's not to love?

The 2023 Baltic Jazz Festival is a captivating chance to appreciate the timeless sound of jazz in Dalsbruk's picturesque and historic locale. This year, along with its customary Park Stage, the Mechanical Machinery will also be playing host. In addition to premier local talent, the organizer is excited to announce that guests from across the Gulf of Bothnia (Sweden) and even from where it all began—the States!—will be joining the attendees this time around for an unprecedented celebration.

After a hiatus of several years, the iconic Jazz Street is returning as part of the Baltic Jazz Festival! To enrich your experience, seven free concerts will be held on this street throughout the festival. Perfect for family outings, take advantage of these afternoon concerts to have fun and admire the stunning archipelago scenery.