One of the nation’s largest FREE jazz festivals is back, and it’s ready to set Atlanta on fire. The 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival returns to the iconic Piedmont Park, celebrating culture, community, and the timeless power of jazz in the heart of Atlanta. Presented by Design Essentials and powered by Bank of America, this Memorial Day weekend tradition takes place Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25, from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. daily, with live performances lighting up the stages from 1 p.m. to 11 p.m.
“We have a fabulous lineup of musicians performing at the 49th Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival,” said Adriane Jefferson, Executive Director of the City of Atlanta – Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. “This year’s festival features an exciting mix of national and local talent spanning traditional, smooth, contemporary, hip-hop, R&B, soul, funk, and modern jazz. The festival represents a true full-circle moment for our city. We open with an Atlanta artist, and we close with an artist whose career first blossomed here in Atlanta—celebrating the extraordinary talent that is born, raised, and amplified right here in Georgia. There’s something for every music lover, and we’re excited to welcome everyone for an unforgettable weekend.
Here’s the schedule in Piedmont Park:
Saturday, May 23
1 pm Buddy Red
3 pm aja monet
5 pm Nate Smith
7 pm Christian McBride & Ursa Major
9 pm Kamasi Washington
Sunday, May 24
1 pm Cleveland P. Jones
3 pm Myron McKinley Trio
5 pm Donnie – The Colored Section
7 pm Esperanza Spalding
9 pm The Roots
Monday, May 25
1 pm Cody Matlock
3 pm Nicole Zuraitis
5 pm Destin Conrad
7 pm Butcher Brown
9 pm PJ Morton
This year marks an exciting new chapter for the festival as it welcomes two dynamic partners to help propel the Atlanta Jazz Festival to new heights: Sol Fusion—the powerhouse creative force behind One Music Fest—serving as Festival Manager, and Next Level Events, leading artist booking and management.
Piedmont Park Festival Highlights:
- Publix KidZone: A family-friendly space filled with games and interactive activities for kids of all ages.
- Food Vendors & Shopping: Come hungry. Enjoy a diverse selection of food vendors serving everything from BBQ and gyros to burgers and Caribbean cuisine. Browse vendor booths featuring art, clothing, jewelry, and exclusive Atlanta Jazz Festival merchandise.
- Park Rules: For everyone’s safety and enjoyment: No grilling, no pets, no staking of tents, and no glass bottles or glass containers are allowed in the festival area.