North City Jazz & Blues FestivalЏез и блуз фестивал "Северни град"

The Northern City Jazz & Blues Festival is a prominent music festival held annually in North Mitrovica and neighboring Zvečan. It brings internationally acclaimed jazz, blues, and fusion artists to Serbia’s northern Kosovo. Founded in 2003, the festival spans several days of concerts, workshops, and jam sessions, blending global jazz culture with local musical tradition 1 2. Attendees include local youth and fans from across the region. The program often includes a Big Band, solo performers, and a special outdoor acoustic concert, showcasing both established musicians and young talents.

Jazz music has a history in Mitrovica dating to Yugoslav times. The festival was initiated by local musicians to integrate Kosovo Serbs into broader cultural dialogue and to highlight Mitrovica’s artistic resilience. It fosters a sense of normalcy and international connection in a divided city. The name "Severni grad" (Northern City) reflects Mitrovica’s Serbian half and pride in their cultural scene.