Each year, the Fulton Jazz Fest spans across multiple locations in the city of Fulton. Nationally known musicians come to perform the very best in jazz. The event is also free for attendees, making it accessible for all!
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The Fulton Jazz Festival was first held in the early 1980s as an extension of Fulton’s RiverFest and Chocolate Fest. Jazz Fest experienced its rebirth in 2009 when a group of businesses and the chamber of commerce brought the event back to the community. In 2015, a private group of citizens and businesses began the process of organizing the festival and have run the event ever since.
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Schedule:
Wednesday, Aug. 5: Kick off Deck Party
Join Tavern on the Lock (24 S. First St.) to celebrate the start of Jazz Fest! Enjoy a performance at 6 p.m. by The Jazz Mafia with Tommy Ciappa. Attendees will hear hits from the Great American Songbook as well as other jazz selections. Tavern on the Lock’s full menu will be available to purchase food and beverages from. Seating is available. Pets, coolers and outside food/drinks are not allowed at this venue.
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Thursday, Aug. 6: “Salute to Seniors Jazz Concert”
Head to Bullhead Point (711 W. Broadway) at 7 p.m. for a performance by Big Band Sounds. Attendees are reminded to bring their own blankets and chairs.
Friday, Aug. 7:
Enjoy a variety of performances at Lock 3 Canal View Park, located behind Tavern on the Lock. The Frank Grosso Organ Trio takes the stage at 5 p.m., followed by Vanessa Vacanti at 6:30 p.m. Stick around for Soul Mine at 8 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 8:
The fun continues at Lock 3 Canal View Park with performances by Seneca Falls Big Band at 4 p.m., Nancy Kelly at 6 p.m. and Menage a Soul at 8 p.m.
Those attending performances at Lock 3 Canal View Park are invited to bring blankets and chairs, but are asked to leave their pets and coolers at home.
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For more information or for updates, follow Fulton Jazz Fest on Facebook at or visit its website at https://www.fultonjazzfest.com/.