The 28th Annual Central Avenue Jazz Festival

Date
September 23
Time
11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Cost
Free
Organizer’s Site
https://centralavejazzfest.com/
Council District
City Council District 9

We’re back on “The Avenue” so get ready to groove and swing to the smooth sounds of jazz at the 28th Annual Central Avenue Jazz.
Our free family-friendly festival brings together the entire Los Angeles community to celebrate jazz greats such as Gerald Wilson, Ernie Andrews, Billie Holiday, Charles Mingus and Dexter Gordon, while putting a spotlight on the younger emerging artists that are continuing this rich art form.

When: Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023 from 11am – 7pm
Where: Central Avenue between Vernon Ave and Martin Luther King Blvd

Jazz and Blues performances will be featured on 2 Main Stages, in addition to the historic Dunbar Hotel.

*Enjoy diverse selection of culinary experiences
*Artwork from world renowned local artists featured in the Art Pavilion
*A variety of free health care screenings and other services at our Health & Wellness Pavilion
*Children are invited to enjoy games, arts & crafts and educational programs in our Youth Pavilion

G0 Metro or rideshare providers are strongly recommended for traveling to the festival.

For future updates and more information about this year’s festival please visit https://centralavejazzfest.com/

Location

4301 S Central Avenue
4301 S Central Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90011 United States + Google Map
Phone:
323-846-2651
Website:
View Venue Website

Organizer

City of Los Angele, Councilmember Curren D. Price, Jr, Council District 9
Phone
310.914.0015

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