The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz

The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz is the largest jazz event in New England It is scheduled every 3rd weekend in July.
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The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz is a monumental yet free jazz event in Hartford, CT. Artists come from around the local region, USA, and the world to play at this event.

✨THROUGH OUT THE WEEKEND✨ led by the one and only Ginette Christie will keep the energy high throughout the festival. B...
06/08/2026

✨THROUGH OUT THE WEEKEND✨

led by the one and only Ginette Christie will keep the energy high throughout the festival. By creating a sense of belonging on our stage she’s bringing artists and dancers to our stage to express themselves through all the art forms. Be prepared to get on your feet and leave uplifted!

06/07/2026

Congratulations to our President Mr. Charles Christie on receiving the Community Impact Award this evening! Legacy In Every Note, Showing True!👏🏽❤️💫✨🎶 Charles Christie

✨The VIP Experience✨The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz has expanded their offerings over the past few years as a new ...
06/05/2026

✨The VIP Experience✨

The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz has expanded their offerings over the past few years as a new revenue driver to sustain this 3 day event.

For those who love to travel light, simply bring your small cooler or just yourself and enjoy front row experience at the festival.

Friday, $50 per person and Saturday/Sunday $100.

With each ticket we provide reserved parking, a welcome bag, refreshments, sandwiches, table with umbrella for rain or shine, air conditioned bathrooms and hospitality with a show like no other!

Join us! We’ll show you a good time! July 17-19th💫

https://www.hartfordjazz.org/vip-and-tent-city/

⭐️FRIDAY, JULY 17TH @ 6PM⭐️Kicking off our festival weekend on brand with Legacy in every note, pianist, Michael Carabel...
06/04/2026

⭐️FRIDAY, JULY 17TH @ 6PM⭐️

Kicking off our festival weekend on brand with Legacy in every note, pianist, Michael Carabello a product of the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz at the Hartt School of Music, University of Hartford and now music director of Artist Collective!

Bring your chairs & picnic baskets. Bring the whole family and reserve a spot with your 10x10 tent or travel light and enjoy the front row experience in VIP.

We have the music, the food and arts and craft vendors. Join us for a good time! See you in Bushnell Park! https://www.hartfordjazz.org/

⭐️Happy Birthday to our main stage man Mr. Alvin Carter! .b.carter He keeps us on time and always a vibe with his promin...
06/01/2026

⭐️Happy Birthday to our main stage man Mr. Alvin Carter! .b.carter He keeps us on time and always a vibe with his prominent laugh. Wish him a very happy birthday! ⭐️

Check out all the acts he’s going to set up for you! https://www.hartfordjazz.org/festival-schedule/

05/30/2026

⭐️SATURDAY, JULY 18TH @ 8:30PM⭐️

Our headliners for our biggest night bringing all the smooth jazz heavy hitters to the stage, Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz All Stars will be bringing a show! Here to spotlight Brian Simpson on piano, Kim Waters and Jazmin Gent on Saxophone and Ragan Whiteside on flute! Be prepared for a magical evening under the stars!

Secure your spot in VIP Saturday for this up close and personal show you won’t want to miss! https://www.hartfordjazz.org/vip-and-tent-city/

✨Happy Birthday Ellis✨Your creativity and passion for design made everything brighter. Thank you for sharing your gift w...
05/30/2026

✨Happy Birthday Ellis✨

Your creativity and passion for design made everything brighter. Thank you for sharing your gift with us over the years. One of One 💫

🎉Happy Birthday Nat .reeves.94 🎉Thank you for sharing your music and love for Jazz with the Hartford community and beyon...
05/28/2026

🎉Happy Birthday Nat .reeves.94 🎉

Thank you for sharing your music and love for Jazz with the Hartford community and beyond! Wishing you endless joy, health and many more beautiful performances ahead! Grateful to have shared our stage with you!

Legacy In Every Note! ✨🎶💫

Visit our website to read the history of all the greats who’ve graced our stage over the 35 years! https://www.hartfordjazz.org/festival-history/

Secure your spot with your crew in Tent City! Bring your 10x10 and enjoy the Jazz Fest all weekend long with your favori...
05/27/2026

Secure your spot with your crew in Tent City! Bring your 10x10 and enjoy the Jazz Fest all weekend long with your favorite 8 and park filled of neighbors!

See you in the Park July 17-19th! ❤️https://www.hartfordjazz.org/vip-and-tent-city/

05/25/2026

⭐️SATURDAY, JULY 18th @ 6:30PM⭐️

Andréa Lisa .comm joins vocalist Rebecca Jade for a powerful duet! These two global touring artists will perform a passionate and soulful performance leaving us all “Feelin’ Free” ✨🎸❤️🎤✨

There is legacy in every note! Visit our website to learn more! See you in the park! https://www.hartfordjazz.org

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Hartford, CT
06103

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+18604902199

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