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JJF Hall of Fame - David Steinmeyer
David Steinmeyer
Portrait of Danny Gottlieb playing the drums.
Danny Gottlieb
Portrait of Dennis Marks playing the bass.
Dennis Marks
Don Zentz
Rick Sawyer
Portrait of Carol McQueen
Carol McQueen
Portrait of Saul Lucio
Saul Lucio
Portrait of J.B. Scott
J.B. Scott
Portrait of Jack Melvin, Jr.
Jack Melvin, Jr.
Jacksonville Jazz Festival logo in white text. Jacksonville Jazz Festival logo in white text. Jacksonville Jazz Festival logo in white text.

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Saturday is for the ladies at the 2026 Jacksonvill Saturday is for the ladies at the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival! 🎷 We’re celebrating a full day of powerhouse performances from incredible women, including Andra Day, esperanza spalding, Sheila E. & The E-Train, Eliane Elias The Art of Bossa Nova, and Kim Scott. Catch them all on one stage presented by @Publix at Ford on Bay on Saturday, May 23. The festival is free to attend—or upgrade your experience with a Premium Experience package at JacksonvilleJazzFest.com!
The 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival is right aroun The 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival is right around the corner! In just a few weeks, you could be kicking off your weekend with an incredible Friday night lineup featuring Parliament Funkadelic with George Clinton, Ghost-Note, Butcher Brown, and John Lumpkin II. Catch them live on Friday, May 22 at the Ford on Bay Stage presented by @Publix! 🎷 It’s free to attend—or take it your evening to the next level with a Single-Day VIP or Preferred Seating package presented by JAA. For Info: JacksonvilleJazzFest.com #JaxJazzFest #Jacksonville #JazzFestival #Florida
🎹 We’re excited to announce our 2026 Jacksonville 🎹 We’re excited to announce our 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Piano Competition Finalists presented by @yamahamusicusa! 🎶 Quintin Harris, Max Holm, Ian McCune, Rowan Tucker-Meyer and Christian Valdés! These talented pianists will compete on Thursday, May 21st at the @floridatheatre for a chance to win cash prizes and an opportunity to perform at the festival on Sunday, May 24th. The competition is free to attend, no ticket required! Learn more about each finalist on the Piano Competition page at JacksonvilleJazzFest.com.
Announcing the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival Com Announcing the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival Commemorative Poster by Lindsey Overstreet from @bignbold_illustration! Lindsey drew on pure Floridian energy and atmosphere to bring something uniquely vibrant to her poster for the Jacksonville Jazz Fest. Thank you to @TheHartleyPressFlorida for being such a valued partner, printing the posters year after year! Pre-order this year’s commemorative poster at JacksonvillejazzFest.com!
Shipping for Premium Experience packages presented Shipping for Premium Experience packages presented by JAA begins this month, and availability is becoming limited as the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival approaches. There's still time to upgrade your weekend at the Ford on Bay with VIP or Preferred Seating options! Purchase your passes today and have your wristbands shipped directly to you for the easiest festival experience. Premium Experience Info: JacksonvilleJazzFest.com
Nominations for the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festiva Nominations for the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival Hall of Fame are open! Until April 17th, you can nominate musicians, educators, or anyone else that has made a meaningful contribution to the #JaxJazzFest! After all nominations are in, there will be an open round of voting for the top nominees! Submit your nominations directly from the Link in Bio!
Fire sale! Get 30% off OFFICIAL Jacksonville Jazz Fire sale! Get 30% off OFFICIAL Jacksonville Jazz Festival merchandise by using promo code: JAZZ2026 at checkout. All orders over $50 get free shipping! Disclaimer: Promo code does not apply to new 2026 merchandise.
🎟️ Premium Experience packages presented by JAA ar 🎟️ Premium Experience packages presented by JAA are NOW ON SALE for the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival! Upgrade your Memorial Day Weekend at the Ford on Bay Stage presented by Publix with Full Festival VIP, Single-Day VIP, or Single-Day Preferred Seating. ✨ Quantities are limited, don’t wait! 🔗 https://jaxjazzfest26.eventbrite.com/ JaxJazzFest.com | #JaxJazzFest
🎟️ Premium Experience packages presented by JAA fo 🎟️ Premium Experience packages presented by JAA for the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival go on sale Friday, February 13 at 10 AM! Choose from Full Festival VIP, Single-Day VIP, or Single-Day Preferred Seating and enjoy the Ford on Bay Stage presented by Publix with added comfort, exclusive perks, and great views of the music. 💝 Bonus: they make a perfect Valentine’s Day gift! 🔗 Learn more at JaxJazzFest.com | #jaxjazzfest
🔥 The wait is over! 🔥 We’re excited to announce th 🔥 The wait is over! 🔥 We’re excited to announce the 2026 Jacksonville Jazz Festival lineup for our Ford on Bay Stage presented by @publix! Join us Memorial Day Weekend, May 21–24, in Downtown Jacksonville for three days of FREE live music, featuring an incredible mix of jazz legends, genre-blending artists, and unforgettable performances. Bring your friends, enjoy great food and drinks, and experience where music and community come together. 🎷 Keep an eye out for a special announcement about Jazz in the Plaza, a dedicated stage celebrating the incredible talent of local artists. #JaxJazzFest | JacksonvilleJazzFest.com
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