A hand-picked lineup of established legends, powerhouse ensembles and rising voices of jazz.
A home for Black music and mentorship in the Twin Cities since 1988 — and the place where this year's headliner, Stokley, first found his sound. JazzFest is their gift to the block, and nearly every artist on this stage calls Walker|West home.
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An American singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist best known as the lead vocalist and drummer of Mint Condition. Raised in St. Paul and shaped at Walker|West, he headlines Saturday night and returns the next day to host the festival's masterclass at Harmony Hall.
A powerhouse jazz ensemble with decades of performance experience and extensive recording credits on national and international stages.
A Twin Cities–based guitarist and composer whose electrifying, groove-driven sound blends jazz, funk, R&B, rock and global influences into a dynamic live experience.
Established in 1898, the official band of the State of Minnesota and the only remaining state band in the United States, founded under the direction of Christian Selling.
A dynamic ensemble of distinguished teaching artists from Walker|West Music Academy, showcasing the breadth and artistry of the faculty through vibrant, genre-spanning performances.
A burst of New Orleans spirit, rooted in NOLA street band tradition — blended seamlessly with jazz, funk and soul on the festival kickoff parade.
Do you play an instrument? Brass, woodwinds, strings, percussion — or anything in between? Help us kick off JazzFest with a secret, surprise pop-up performance.
The improvisational spirit of Marvelous flows through his piano, voice and guitar. Inspired by the piano stylings of New Orleans. Host of the JazzFest Jam Session.
Pick up your instrument and help kick off JazzFest with a surprise, secret pop-up performance to open the Selby Ave block.
Discover the Flash Mob BandAn intimate, full-circle session with Mint Condition's frontman at Harmony Hall — technique, stories and a live Q&A.
Discover the Masterclass