Guide to the 2026 Highland Jazz & Blues Festival in Shreveport

Whether you are a proud "Highland Homie," a lover of live local music, or, like me, mostly there for the mouthwatering local food vendors, it is time to map out your day! One of our area's most fun and unique autumn traditions is officially back in Columbia Park.

The Highland Area Partnership is bringing us the 22nd Annual Highland Jazz and Blues Festival (presented by Live! Casino and Hotel) on Saturday, September 19, 2026. Running from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in Shreveport’s historic Highland neighborhood, this favorite local festival is free for everyone to attend.

Beyond the iconic music, Columbia Park will feature over 70 food trucks and artisan vendors, a dedicated pet area for your furry friends, and a hands-on Children’s Area filled with local art activities. You can even catch the big games on TV over at the Xfinity truck or ride the FREE BOM Bank shuttle continuously from Mall St. Vincent!

Buddy Flett Pavilion Stage

10:00 a.m. – Tribute to Buddy Flett

11:00 a.m. – Inaugural Buddy Flett Emerging Musician Award Presentation

11:30 a.m. – Shreveport Regional Jazz Ensemble

1:00 p.m. – Shades of Green

2:00 p.m. – 2nd Bomb Wing Special Flag Presentation

2:30 p.m. – The Good Dudes

4:30 p.m. – Dumpstaphunk

Miller Lite Stage at the Gazebo

10:15 a.m. – The Bossier Big Band

11:45 a.m. – The Eric Craig Band

1:15 p.m. – Snake Doctors

2:45 p.m. – Loose Association 318

4:15 p.m. – River City Groove

Inspiration Stage

10:45 a.m. – Carla Heard (Caddo’s Rising Star 2026)

12:15 p.m. – North DeSoto Middle School Jazz Band

1:15 p.m. – Lady Chops

2:45 p.m. – Bossier Parish Schools Talented Arts Program

4:15 p.m. – Caddo Parish Schools Talented Arts Program