The Jacksonville Jazz Festival event footprint will include the Swingin’ Stage presented by the Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) at the corner of Main and West Adams streets; the Groovin’ Stage presented by Aetna at Hemming Park; and the Breezin’ Stage at the Jacksonville Landing. Performances on all three stages will begin on Friday, May 26.
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival hours are as follows:
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Thursday, May 25: 6 – 10 p.m. (Piano Competition Only)
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Friday, May 26: 4 p.m. – midnight
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Saturday, May 27: 1 p.m. – midnight
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Sunday, May 28: 1 – 11 p.m.
Street closures will begin Wednesday, May 24 and will continue through Monday, May 29 at 5 p.m. Closures include:
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Duval Street closure from Hogan Street to Laura Street
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Adams Street closure from Hogan Street to Ocean Street
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Laura Street closure from Church Street to Bay Street
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Closure of east lane only of Hogan Street from Monroe Street to Duval Street
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Monroe Street from Hogan Street to Main Street
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Duval Street closure from Main Street to Ocean Street
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Monroe Street closure from Main Street to Ocean Street
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Main Street closure from Church Street to Forsyth Street
The Jacksonville Transportation Authority (JTA) will operate the Skyway extended days and hours for the 2017 Jazz Festival. Skyway service is free. The schedule is as follows:
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Friday, May 26: 6 a.m. – 1:30 a.m.
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Saturday, May 27: 11 a.m. – 1:30 a.m.
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Sunday, May 28: 11 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
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Monday, May 29: Closed for Memorial Day
For a more information regarding the Skyway and other transportation options, visit www.jtafla.com or call JTA customer service at 904.630.3100; TDD 904.630.3191.
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival is free and open to the public unless otherwise listed. Attendees are able to enhance their festival experience with all-new enhanced VIP package options. Information regarding festival details, VIP packages, and more can be found at JaxJazzFest.com.
About the Jacksonville Jazz Festival
The Jacksonville Jazz Festival is produced by the City of Jacksonville’s Office of Special Events, with support from with support from the Jacksonville Aviation Authority, Aetna, AARP, UF Health, Action News Jax, Keyboard Connection, The Omni Jacksonville, Lowe’s, Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, Coca-Cola, Heineken, Little Black Dress, Miller Lite, V101.5, WJCT, SunPass, Hot 99.5, Jacksonville Business Journal, Camping World, JEA, JTA, SMG, The Florida Theatre, The Jacksonville Landing, Jacksonville Tourist Development Council, and Visit Jacksonville. For information on the Jacksonville Jazz Festival, visit www.JaxJazzFest.com.
About the City of Jacksonville Sports and Entertainment Office
The City of Jacksonville’s Sports and Entertainment Office attracts, hosts and creates opportunities that drive economic impact, accelerate the Jacksonville brand and improve the quality of life and cultural engagement for visitors and residents.
Jacksonville hosts hundreds of diverse events each year making Northeast Florida a premier destination with rich tradition and world-class hospitality. The Sports and Entertainment office includes the Office of Special Events and the Film and Television Office. For more information, visit www.coj.net.