When does Node - The Jazz Festival take place?

The festival runs on September 18 and 19, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM each day at the Wichernsaal Schwerin.

Where is the festival site?

The venue is the Wichernsaal at Apothekerstraße 48, 19055 Schwerin.

What can visitors expect from the line-up?

The program features artists from Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania as well as nationally and internationally renowned acts from the current jazz scene.

Is there more than just concerts at the festival?

Yes, in addition to the concert program, a networking meeting for cultural creators in the state is also planned.

How much do the tickets cost?

A specific ticket price was not clearly stated in the available official sources.

Is the festival indoor or outdoor?

Node - The Jazz Festival takes place in the Wichernsaal, making it an indoor event.

A new jazz festival in Schwerin ignites sound, proximity, and creative encounters

Name: Node - The Jazz Festival 2026
Start: 2026-09-18T19:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-19T19:00:00+02:00
Location: Wichernsaal

Node - The Jazz Festival brings Schwerin for the first time into the pulse of contemporary jazz

On September 18 and 19, 2026, the Wichernsaal in Schwerin will celebrate the premiere of NODE – The Jazz Festival. The new festival founded in 2025 by seven musicians aims to foster encounters, exchange, and a program that makes the diversity of the current jazz scene visible.

A festival for sound, ideas, and scene

NODE considers itself not just a concert series but a meeting point for a vibrant community. The musical spectrum ranges from intimate solo moments to powerful big-band arrangements to improvised dance performances. This creates a multi-day experience that not only plays jazz but makes it tangible as a festival atmosphere.

Between stage, network, and creative energy

The term Node stands for junction points where information gathers and is shared. This concept is translated by the jazz festival into a program that brings together artists, organizers, and cultural creators. In addition to the concerts, a networking meeting is planned to sustainably connect the scene in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania.

Wichernsaal as a vibrant festival venue

The Wichernsaal provides the perfect backdrop for this format: concentrated, approachable, and with the intimacy of a home where music works without distance. Here, the special mix of an open-air feeling in mind and genuine hall acoustics in the space emerges – ideal for a festival that relies on nuances, improvisation, and proximity to the audience.

Conclusion: A new fixed point for jazz fans in Schwerin

NODE – The Jazz Festival starts with a clear signature, strong curatorial concept, and a program that makes jazz in all its breadth experienceable. Those seeking new impulses, strong live moments, and an inspiring community feeling should experience this festival live in Schwerin.