Mazunte Jazz Festival 2026: Official Dates Announced for November 13–15
Official Dates for the 2026 Edition
The dates for the XIX edition of the Festival Internacional de Jazz y Algo Más in Mazunte are now confirmed. The festival will run from Friday, November 13 through Sunday, November 15, 2026. This is the third weekend of November and follows the event’s traditional timing.
Official promotional materials have started circulating. The full artist lineup is still pending but is expected soon.
Venues and Addresses
The main evening concerts take place at the Cancha de Fútbol Mazunte. This is the central municipal soccer field located in the heart of Mazunte town, right near the beach and main plaza area. Full reference: Cancha de Fútbol, Centro de Mazunte, Santa María Tonameca, Oaxaca, Código Postal 70944.
Additional community events and some programming happen at the Auditorio Mazunte, also known as the Foro Comunitario. This is the local community auditorium and convention space located in the center of Mazunte. Full reference: Auditorio de Mazunte (Foro Comunitario), Centro de Mazunte, Oaxaca, Código Postal 70944.
Beach areas around Playa Mazunte are used for daytime activities and the overall festival atmosphere. Contact for festival organizers: mazuntecifestival@gmail.com or +52 81 2612 8631.
Transportation from Oaxaca City
Here are the main options with current approximate prices, addresses, and contacts as of mid-2026. Prices can vary slightly. Always confirm directly before travel.
ADO Bus (Recommended Affordable Option)
Take ADO from the main Terminal ADO in Oaxaca City to Pochutla, then a short local colectivo or taxi to Mazunte. Address of Terminal ADO Oaxaca: Main bus terminal area along the Periférico in Oaxaca de Juárez. Schedules include departures around 9:15 AM and late evening options. Travel time to Pochutla is about 4 hours. One-way price is typically $27 to $33 USD (around 500 to 600 MXN). From Pochutla bus station to Mazunte: colectivo or local bus is 50 to 80 MXN, 30 to 45 minutes.
Contact: Check ado.com.mx or call 55 5784 4652 for current schedules and bookings. Book tickets online or at the terminal.
Private Shuttle or Minivan
Direct shared or private shuttles from Oaxaca City to Mazunte or nearby beaches. Companies include Oaxaca Shuttle and Enjoy Oaxaca. Prices start around $350 to $470 USD one way for private or shared options. Travel time 5 to 6 hours. Door-to-door service is available.
Contact: Search Oaxaca Shuttle or Enjoy Oaxaca online for bookings and phone numbers. Local recommendations often available through hotels.
Private Driver or Car Transfer
Private car or driver from Oaxaca City to Mazunte. One-way prices start around $68 USD per person or $450 USD per small group. Round trip often $2,500 to $3,500 MXN depending on vehicle and inclusions. Door-to-door, with option to stop along the way.
Contact: Services like Daytrip or local Oaxaca drivers. Book through hotel concierge or apps like Viator for reliable options. Confirm directly for exact 2026 rates.
Accommodation and Booking Advice
Hotel occupancy in Mazunte, Zipolite, and nearby areas reaches 95 to 100 percent during the festival. Book accommodations immediately. Options range from budget eco-lodges at 800 MXN per night to mid-range at 1,500 to 3,000 MXN. Higher-end beach properties are more.
Other Festival Details
Main evening concerts are at the Cancha de Fútbol Mazunte. Daytime includes free art and percussion workshops and the sea turtle release at Centro Mexicano de la Tortuga. An artisan and gastronomic plaza offers fresh coastal Oaxacan dishes, including many meat-free options.
The festival is family-friendly with activities suitable for all ages.
