Come enjoy Albany's Jazz Festival in it's 10th year. With acclaimed musical guests, great food, kids events, and fireworks!
As the summer comes to an end, let it go out with a cymbal crash and a trumpet blast. The festival several talented jazz musicians and ensembles performing and transforming the banks of the Hudson River into Congo Square for a lively day of “jamming”, free musical entertainment and more.
Join in the “steady beat” at Albany’s Riverfront Park at the Corning Preserve. There will be food and beverages available for purchase, and many performances to enjoy all day long.
The back beat begins at 12:00 and lasts all day through 8:00 pm, ending the jazz fest with an appropriate “shout chorus” of fireworks!
In case of rain the festival will be held at the Palace Theatre.
Plus! This year the fun starts early with a new tradition! Learn more about the Downtown Albany Jazz Fest Competion
The lineup for the Jazz Festival is:
JazzFest Competition Winner :: 12 - 12:30pm
Michael Benedict & Bopitude :: 1 - 1:45pm
Simone :: 2:15 - 3:15pm
Jeff Coffin Mu'tet :: 4 - 5pm
Big Sam's Funky Nation :: 5:30 - 6:30pm
Kevin Eubanks :: 7-8:15pm
PLUS: Fireworks at 8:15pm!
Food & Beverages will be available for purchase.
Parking: $5 parking available at Columbia Street Garage, located at Broadway and Columbia Street.
Ground Rules: No glass, animals or recording.
