Jazz lovers, mark your calendars! The Germantown Jazz Festival (GJF) is set to make its highly anticipated debut from April 25–27, 2025. In partnership with its lead community partner, Artcinia, the GJF will bring a dynamic three-day celebration of music, art, and culture to the heart of Philadelphia.
VIP Seating Donation Request: $50 | General Admission: $25
$50 Advance | $55 at the Door
$40 Advance | $45 at the Door
Free Entry – Donations Appreciated
Raffles, food, and fun—all in support of the Germantown Jazz Festival!
A private, catered dinner paired with fine wine and the captivating “Organic Improvisation” art exhibit by Cory Neale & Allan Levine
Donation: $100 All proceeds support festival production, artist bookings, and community engagement initiatives.
Powered by a dynamic partnership with Artcinia, a Philadelphia-based organization dedicated to making the performing arts accessible to every community, the GJF is creating a space where music, history, and community unite. Get ready to experience the energy, the artistry, and the spirit of jazz like never before!
“Our vision is to create an annual tradition that honors jazz’s past, present, and future while fostering community pride and connection,” says Sherri Pennington, Marketing/PR Manager. “With the support of our community, we can make this dream a reality.”
Festival Lineup
Opening Night Concert- Friday, April 25, 2025 | 5-10 PM
Germantown Friends Meeting House
Featuring: Alfie Pollitt Trio, Jim Holton Trio, The Mike Boone Group, Robert Landham Quartet, Germantown Jazz Youth EnsembleVIP Seating Donation Request: $50 | General Admission: $25
Main Concert – Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 8–10 PM
First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
Festival Headliner: Bobby Watson – Renowned saxophonist, composer, and educator$50 Advance | $55 at the Door
Closing Concert – Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 4–6 PM
The Nile Café
The Cookers – An all-star ensemble featuring: Eddie Henderson (trumpet), George Cables (piano), Azar Lawrence (saxophone), Cecil McBee (bass), David Weiss (trumpet), Jaleel Shaw (saxophone), Billy Hart (drums)$40 Advance | $45 at the Door
Upcoming Fundraisers- Support the Festival!
March 26, 2025 | 7-10 PM
Jazz Jam Fundraiser Night at Attic Brewing Company
Featuring: Austin Wagner and CompanyFree Entry – Donations Appreciated
Raffles, food, and fun—all in support of the Germantown Jazz Festival!
March 30, 2025 | 4-8 PM
City Arts Salon
“An Intimate Affair”< Featuring: The Karen "Magic Fingaz" Smith ExperienceA private, catered dinner paired with fine wine and the captivating “Organic Improvisation” art exhibit by Cory Neale & Allan Levine
Donation: $100 All proceeds support festival production, artist bookings, and community engagement initiatives.
About the Germantown Jazz Festival
With three successful fundraisers already uniting the community, the Germantown Jazz Festival is more than an event—It’s a movement celebrating Germantown’s deep connection to jazz and its cultural legacy.Powered by a dynamic partnership with Artcinia, a Philadelphia-based organization dedicated to making the performing arts accessible to every community, the GJF is creating a space where music, history, and community unite. Get ready to experience the energy, the artistry, and the spirit of jazz like never before!
“Our vision is to create an annual tradition that honors jazz’s past, present, and future while fostering community pride and connection,” says Sherri Pennington, Marketing/PR Manager. “With the support of our community, we can make this dream a reality.”
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