Atlanta Jazz Festival
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This month-long music celebration is regarded as one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country and is a must-see for music lovers. Kicking off May 1, the festival begins with 31 days of jazz... Read More
This month-long music celebration is regarded as one of the largest free jazz festivals in the country and is a must-see for music lovers. Kicking off May 1, the festival begins with 31 days of jazz held in sites all over the city--everything from MARTA stations to museums and local parks. Among the artists on this year's lineup are renowned guitarist Diego Figueiredo, South African jazz trumpeter Darren English and Grammy Award-winner Christian Scott, among dozens of others. The festival culminates in a stellar three-day weekend of music at Piedmont Park, filled with performances, an artists market, educational workshops and good food.
Address:
1071 Piedmont Ave NE
Atlanta, GA 30309
404-853-4234
Admissions:
- Free
Website:
atlantafestivals.com
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Kelly Skinner
Atlanta Local Expert
- Free Things to Do: "View MARTA in an alternative light and join in for one of the Monday evening concerts."
- Best for Free Things to Do Because: The Atlanta Jazz Festival is a free month-long event highlighting musicians from across the globe at venues throughout Atlanta.
