Date and Time
- Fri, Aug 21, 2026 - Sat, Aug 22, 2026
Location
Town Point Park
Waterside Drive
Details
Dive into the vibrant celebration at the 43rd Annual Norfolk Waterfront Jazz Festival presented by Sentara Health Plans on August 22 & 22, right on the stunning Downtown Norfolk Waterfront!
As the area's longest-running outdoor jazz festival, this event features an extraordinary lineup, including Jonathan Butler & Gerald Albright. Experience the rhythm, connect with fellow jazz enthusiasts, and immerse yourself in the smooth grooves that make this festival one of the finest smooth jazz festivals in the country. Join us for a soulful celebration of culture and music you won’t want to miss!
Event Dates & Times:
Friday & Saturday, August 21 & 22, 5pm - 11pm Daily
Music Schedule:
Friday, August 21:
5:30 pm – Kim Scott
7:30 pm - Sax to Soul: Michael Lington, Paul Taylor & Regina Belle
9:30 pm - Jonathan Butler
Saturday, August 22:
5:00 pm - Ragan Whiteside
6:30 pm - Mindi Abair
8:00 pm - Spyro Gyra
9:45 pm - Gerald Albright
Schedule subject to change.
Event website: https://festevents.org/events/2026/jazz-fest/
For vendor FAQs and information, visit:https://festevents.org/get-involved/vending-faqs/
