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Jazz in the Park Announces an Impressive Roster for the 36th year of the Five-Week-Concert Series in Clark County This Years Jazz In The Park Will be A Journey Through Music. Experience the magic at the Clark County Government Center Amphitheater for unforgettable nights of Jazz under the stars. This year's series will also feature multiple local supporting acts, adding even more depth to the musical journey.

This year, we are happy to announce that we are turning back the clock and embracing a TICKETLESS ENTRANCE as we did in years past. We are going back to our roots with the traditional first-come, first-served model our long-time customers remember.

Jazz In the Park Series is produced by Clark County Parks & Recreation and Sponsored by Findlay Chevrolet, 91.5 KUNV Jazz, UNLV, Champions of Casa, Postmates and Because We Matter - Live Smoke & Vape Free.

FEATURED ARTISTS:
May 9 : Mike Phillips
May 16 : Marcus Miller
May 23 : Jazz Funk Soul
May 30 : Kayla Waters
June 6 : Al Di Meola

MAY 6, 2026 : Marcus Miller

MARCUS MILLER BIO

Marcus Miller has been dubbed one of the most influential artists of our time. At the top of his game for over 30 years, he is a two-time Grammy award winner, (U.S.), winner of the 2013 Edison Award for Lifetime Achievement In Jazz (Holland), winner of the 2010 Victoire du Jazz (France) and in 2013, was appointed a UNESCO Artist For Peace. His characteristic bass sound can be heard on a limitless catalog of musical hits from Bill Wither’s “Just The Two Of Us” , to Luther Vandross’ “Never Too Much”, to songs from Chaka Khan, David Sanborn, Herbie Hancock, Eric Clapton, Aretha Franklin, George Benson, Elton John and Bryan Ferry to name a few. With his distinctive style - a unique combination of funk, groove, soul and pure technical skills - Miller has been referred to as one of the most significant bass players in jazz, R &B, fusion and soul. Bass Player Magazine includes him on its list of ten most influential jazz players of this generation.

LVA JAZZ BAND BIO

Las Vegas Academy of the Arts (LVA) is a public performing arts high school in the Clark County School District and a 12-time recipient of the GRAMMY Signature School Award—more than any other school in the nation.

The LVA World Jazz Studies program has earned national recognition, including:

• 2026 DownBeat Student Music Awards for Large Ensemble, Small Jazz Combo Performance, and a Soloist award (29 total DownBeat Awards to date)
• Performed at this year's Midwest Clinic in Chicago – largest Music Education Conference in the world with 18,000+ attendees

LVA Jazz students have also been:

• Named YoungArts Merit Winners
• Selected for the All-National Yamaha Jazz Ensemble
• Participants in the NAfME All-National Honor Ensembles

They have been invited to perform:

• Four times at The Midwest Clinic
• Three times at the Monterey Jazz Festival
• Twice at the Jazz Education Network Conference
• At the Reno Jazz Festival, LVA Jazz has earned the “Best in State” distinction at every appearance

NARDIA BIO

Nardia’s known for her raw sultry vocals infused with R7B, Blues, Soul and Jazz she captivates audiences with breathtaking intensity and musical prowess. Her latest single, Hold On (produced by Choi Records and Mat Robb), is now being distributed worldwide, marking the second release from her highly anticipated R&B album, Own Every Scar. This soulful track sets the tone for what promises to be her most powerful work yet.

Nardia has captivated audiences across Australia and internationally, hitting#1on the Urban Influencer R&B soul charts for her track ‘is it you’ and supporting legends Beyonce and Adele where she was invited to perform in the VIP lounges on their last Australian tours, delivering soulful sets for their fans.

As an artist, Nardia’s mission is to empower people to embrace their imperfections, overcome adversity, and find strength in their own stories. She isn’t just making music-she’s building a movement, uniting people through shared experiences, powerful narratives, and a timeless sound. Her upcoming album, Own Every Scar, is set for release toward the end of the year, further cementing her presence as a force in contemporary R&B.

RULES and ETIQUETTE:

Venue Access:
Parking Lots - 4:00 pm
Venue - 4:00 pm
Doors - 4:00 pm

• Free admission (first come first served model)
• NO Line queuing or Property access until 4pm
• Attendees with children:
  • please make sure they do not bring any wearables with wheels such as skates, skateboard, scooters, bikes etc…, remote controlled cars, drones as they will not be allowed.
  • Kindly make sure they are not climbing on the pyramid.

Restrooms

• There will be port-a-potties onsite as well as plumbed restrooms in the pyramid

Seating & Picnic Setup:

Low-back beach chairs, blankets and standard lawn chairs.

• Blankets shouldn’t take up more than a 5’x5’ area for up to 4 people.
• Standard lawn chairs MUST set up in the proper designated area which is behind the low back chairs lawn signs.
• Low back chairs are considered those chairs with the seat no more than 6” off the ground. Those chairs will be allowed in front of the lawn signs closest to the stage as they do not block people’s view sitting in the back.

Picnics

• Picnic baskets and small coolers are allowed

RTC Bus Drop Off

• The Para Transit and On Demand bus stop inside the venue will be rerouted to the East side of the Premium Outlets as there will not be venue access until 4:00pm. After 4:00pm the bus stop will open.

PROHIBITED ITEMS

• No Pets, Animals or Emotional Support Pets
• No Weapons (i.e. Bats, Sticks, Clubs, Knives, Swords etc…)
• No Firearms (regardless of permit)
• No Video or Photo Equipment
• No Drones
• No Unauthorized Vending
• No Selling Merchandise
• No Soliciting Literature or Promotional Items
• No Skateboards, Hoverboards, Roller Skates, Inline Skates, scooters, bikes or anything of the sort.
• No remote-controlled cars
• No Squirt or Water Guns
• No Smoking or Vaping on The Lawn
• No Marijuana
• No Bullhorns
• NO BBQ’s, hot pots/plates propane, gas, wood, briquettes or any type of cooking apparatus

Statements:

Be patient at the entrance gate there will not tolerate people pushing, not following instruction, yelling at staff or each other. We reserve the right to deny admission to any individual who exhibits abusive behavior toward our personnel.

For the safety and comfort of all guests, particularly during periods of high temperatures, we kindly request that attendees refrain from early arrivals. Loitering in vehicles or waiting on the sidewalk prior to the scheduled time is strongly discouraged.

PLEASE PLAN YOUR ARRIVAL TO COINCIDE WITH OUR 4:00 PM OPENING

VENDORS:

If you are interested in being a vendor at Jazz in the park, please fill out a vendor application. For any additional questions regarding vendor information please email PRSpecialEvents@ClarkCountyNV.gov

Corporate Vendor Application

General Vendor Application

Those interested can get more information by emailing EventInfo@ClarkCountyNV.gov or calling (702) 455-8170.