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World’s Hottest Jazz Events Guide

FEB 10, 2024 - DEC 14, 2024
Foster Perry Travel & Events
Jazz on the Water Concert Series
San Antonio, Texas, USA

Presented by Foster Perry Travel & Events, Jazz on the Water by Land and by Sea Concert Series presents the biggest stars in Smooth Jazz! ILYA SEROV & OLI SILK, KEIKO MATSUI, RICHARD ELLIOT, LINDSEY WEBSTER, GREG MANNING & JEFF RYAN, RICK BRAUN, JESSY J, GERALD ALBRIGHT & WALTER BEASLEY! Bringing the best of jazz to San Antonio! Tickets & Travel : JazzOnTheWaterUS.com

MAR 20, 2024
Ridgefield Playhouse presents
Julian Lage
Ridgefield, Connecticut, USA

Blue Note recording artist and three-time Grammy Nominee, JULIAN LAGE is hailed as one of the most prodigious guitarists of his generation and "highest category of improvising musicians" (New Yorker). His latest album, VIEW WITH A ROOM is a compelling, 10-track adventure that explores a wide range of guitar sounds and textures seamlessly blending styles.Come experience who the New York Times refers to as "one of the most dazzling improvisers around." RidgefieldPlayhouse.org

APR 7, 2024
Cool Rhythm N Grooves presents
Incognito @ Freight & Salvage
Berkeley, CA, USA

The UK's premier Jazz, Funk & Soul ensemble INCOGNITO will be performing at the world-renown Freight & Salvage! Celebrating 45 years of music making, band founder and leader, JEAN-PAUL "BLUEY" MAUNICK will be leading the merriment. Salt Lake City Smooth Jazz vocalist Anaïs Chantal opens with MC Bay Area comic + radio personality Rudy Ortiz. Two shows : 6PM & 8:30PM! CoolRhythmNGrooves.com

APR 19-20, 2024
Jay Rowe presents
21st Smooth Jazz for Scholars Benefit Concert
Milford, Connecticut, USA

JAY ROWE presents the 21st Annual Smooth Jazz For Scholars Benefit Concert for the City of Milford to promote music in the schools. Staring a bevy of Smooth Jazz Stars, including VINCENT INGALA, STEVE OLIVER, ALTHEA RENÉ, MARCUS ANDERSON, MARION MEADOWS, STEVE COLE, ALEX BUGNON, BLAKE AARON & TIMMY MAIA! Tickets @ JayRoweMusic.com

 

 

 

APR 19-20, 2024
Tracy Hamlin's Sweet Jazz Festival
Leesburg, Virginia, USA

Indulge in a weekend getaway to DC's Wine Country - Loudoun County at this 2-day, indoor extravaganza featuring soulful jazz artists MARCUS ANDERSON, KAREN BRIGGS, JEFF BRADSHAW, JULIAN VAUGHN, ADAM HAWLEY, ART SHERROD, JR., ALTON MCCLAIN, JJ SANSAVERINO, TRACY HAMLIN, and QUENTIN WALSTON! SweetJazzFestival.com

May 14-19, 2024
Smooth Jazz Europe presents
Algarve Smooth Jazz Festival
Algarve, Portugal

Europe's Soul, Funk & Jazz Party in Portugal returns to the stunning cliffs of the Algarve at Pine Cliffs Resort featuring NAJEE, PETER WHITE, JESSE COOK, ERIC DARIUSALTHEA RENÉ, ADAM HAWLEY, LIN ROUNTREE, NATHAN MITCHELL, NICHOLAS COLE, LEMEK and more to be announced. Book Now @ Algarve.SmoothJazzFestival.de

 

MAY 25-26, 2024
UEG Productions, Inc presents
Uptown Music & Arts Festival
Tampa, Florida, USA

One of Tampa Bay’s premier cultural events featuring works of art and world-class performances from ALEX HARRIS, ERIC DARIUS, DW3, ADAM HAWLEY, PAULA ATHERTON, JOSE VALENTINO RUIZ, CHARLTON SINGLETON, ROB ZINN, ANDREW NEU and TIM GEORGE BAND! Tickets & Info : UptownMusicFestival.com
 

MAY 31-JUN 2, 2024
The Suburu
The Subaru Newport Beach Jazz Festival
Newport Beach, California, USA

The Subaru Newport Beach Jazz Festival returns to the Hyatt Regency in Southern California! 🌴 Featuring JARROD LAWSON, AVERY*SUNSHINE, AVERAGE WHITE BAND, DAMIEN ESCOBAR, LINDSEY WEBSTER, NORMAN BROWN, BABYFACE and more to be announced! Join us for 3 Days of World-class Jazz, R&B and Soul! Festivals.HyattConcerts.com 

JUN 14-15, 2024
Ruth Eckerd Hall & The Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation
Clearwater Smooth Jazz Jam
Clearwater, Florida, USA

The 2nd Annual Clearwater Smooth Jazz Jam brings your favorite smooth jazz and R&B artists to Ruth Eckerd Hall! Don’t miss the all-star lineup of JEFFREY OSBORNE, BRIAN CULBERTSON, SHEILA E and the E TRAIN, RICK BRAUN, RICHARD ELLIOT, PETER WHITE and GERALD ALBRIGHT! FloridaSmoothJazz.com

JUN 22-23, 2024
Rainbow Promotions
San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival
San Diego, California, USA

The 6th Annual San Diego Smooth Jazz Festival in America's Finest City, combines the soothing sounds of Smooth Jazz, delicious California cuisine, and an amazing atmosphere creating an unparalleled 2-Day experience! Hosted by ERIC DARIUS! Line-up to be announced soon... Check website for more info! 
SanDiegoSmoothJazzFestival.com

July 17-21, 2024
Lake Arbor Jazz Festival
Lake Arbor, Maryland, USA

The 14th Annual Lake Arbor Jazz Festival features 5 days of Smooth Jazz and Classic R&B with performances by BRIAN SIMPSON, AVERY*SUNSHINE, RICK BRAUN, RICHARD ELLIOT, MAYSA, LIN ROUNTREE, GERALD ALBRIGHT, JEFF LORBER, ALTHEA RENE, LINDSEY WEBSTER and many more! LakeArborJazz.com!

AUG 22-24, 2023
Fresh Coast Jazz Festival
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

The 5th Anniversary of Milwaukee’s World-Class Jazz Festival on Lake Michigan’s beautiful fresh coast, National Geographic calls it one of the top 25 places in the world to visit. This year’s festival brings an unbelievable mix of some of the most popular smooth jazz superstars and the hottest young talent including BONEY JAMES, KIRK WHALUM, KIM SCOTT, DEE LUCAS, LEMEK & QUINTIN GERARD W, MARCUS ADAMSANDREA LISA, RYAN LA VALETTE & NATHAN MITCHELL and more! It truly is a Party with a Purpose! Get your tickets today! 

AUG 31 - SEP 1, 2024
John Coltrane International Jazz & Blues Festival
High Point, North Carolina, USA

Named “One Of The Best Jazz Festivals In The U.S.” by Jazz Observer, the 13th Annual line-up will continue to feature celebrated Blues and Jazz artists! The two- day music event honors the life and legacy of jazz saxophone icon and High Point, NC native son, John Coltrane. Line-up Announced Soon. Visit ColtraneJazzFest.com!

Sep 15, 2024 - Nov 3, 2024
Foster Perry Travel & Events
Jazz on the Water Cruises
San Antonio, Texas, USA

Get ready for smooth sailing and explore romantic ports of call in the Caribbean on board world-class cruise lines with acclaimed jazz hosts including BILLYRAY SHEPPARD, ALTHEA RENE and the Kiland Concert Series Celebrating LUTHER VANDROSS! For travel arrangements including cruise, air, hotel and transportation visit JazzOnTheWaterUS.com!

SEP 27-29, 2024
67th Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF67)
Monterey, California, USA

The Monterey Jazz Festival is the longest continuously-running jazz festival in the world and is held annually on the 20-acre, oak-studded Monterey County Fairgrounds. Since 1958, the nonprofit Monterey Jazz Festival has been committed to celebrating America's creativity and cultural heritage by presenting legendary jazz musicians, composers, and young rising stars. Line-up Announced soon! MontereyJazzFestival.org 

OCT 31 - NOV 3, 2024
The Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation
The Florida Smooth Jazz Weekend
Daytona Beach, Florida, USA

Hosted by ERIC DARIUS, includes performances from BRIAN CULBERTSON, JEFFREY OSBORNE, JONATHAN BUTLER & MARCUS MILLER, BOB JAMES, CANDY DULFER, RNR FEATURING RICK BRAUN & RICHARD ELLIOT, PETER WHITE & VINCENT INGALA, MARION MEADOWS, BRIAN SIMPSON & ALTHEA RENE, AND ERIC DARIUS with special guest REBECCA JADE. 386-681-7007 FloridaSmoothJazz.com

DEC 30-31, 2024
The Florida Smooth Jazz Foundation
Rick Braun's New Year's Eve
Orlando , Florida, USA

Rick Braun's New Year's Eve Getaway starring RICK BRAUN and featuring GERALD ALBRIGHT, RICHARD ELLIOT, PETER WHITE, LINDSEY WEBSTER, MARCUS ANDERSON, JULIAN VAUGHN & NATHAN MITCHELL! Ring in the New Year with music, dining, dancing & hotel accommodations at Rosen Shingle Creek Orlando! 386-681-7007 | FloridaSmoothJazz.com