The 2024 SF Jazz Festival arrives this month for its 41st season! It will showcase 40 concerts across various Hayes Valley venues from June 5-16. The SF Jazz Festival started in 1983 as a small “Jazz in the City” event, and 4 decades later has grown into what the Chicago Tribune once called “The crown jewel among American jazz festivals.” Read on for all the details about this beloved local event.
A few of the many performers at this year’s festival include Shabaka Hutchings, iconic saxophonist Kenny Garrett, singer Jane Monheit and many more. Not to mention dozens of Bay Area musicians, internationally-recognized artists, and rising stars.
The performances will take place at different venues in San Francisco’s Hayes Valley neighborhood. Venues include SFJAZZ’s own Miner Auditorium and Joe Henderson Lab, and the beautiful Davies Symphony Hall.
There are only a few more days of the 12-day festival, so we recommend getting your tickets as soon as you can, especially because spots are selling fast.
After the Jazz Festival ends, don’t fret! SFJAZZ will continue to host dozens more performances through August 18 as part of their Summer Sessions. With the frequent concerts over the summer, SFJAZZ will host 90 concerts by the end of August. Each week has a different theme, with Cuban Music week starting on July 11 and global sounds the following week. You can also look forward to gospel, organ and keys, blues, and more throughout the summer.
SFJAZZ has presented the best names in jazz, Latin, and global music since 1983. As the largest jazz presenter on the west coast, SFJAZZ serves over 200,000 fans annually. SFJAZZ regularly draws large crowds on performance nights in Hayes Valley, and it’s a wonderful opportunity to experience world class live music right in SF.
Tickets and further information on SFJAZZ’s summer programs can be found on their website. SFJAZZ is located at 201 Franklin St, San Francisco.
By Jamie Ferrell and Dana Flynn