Charleston Jazz Festival Expands to Nine Days in 2025, Showcasing an Unparalleled Lineup of World-Class Artists
The Charleston Jazz Festival proudly announces its return in 2025 with an expanded nine-day celebration of jazz, running from April 21 through April 29.
This year’s festival features an extraordinary lineup of internationally renowned artists, distinguished local musicians, and a diverse array of performances, presented in partnership with a variety of organizations and venues, including Spoleto Festival USA, the Charleston Gaillard Center, the College of Charleston, The Establishment, Fox Music, Circular Congregational Church, and Charleston Music Hall.
From jazz-infused opera and Latin jazz mastery to soul tributes and innovative educational programs, the 2025 Charleston Jazz Festival will offer a rich and dynamic experience, further solidifying Charleston’s reputation as a leading cultural destination for jazz enthusiasts.
The 2025 Charleston Jazz Festival is made possible in part by the Oliver S. and Jennie R. Donaldson Charitable Trust, Hilton C. Smith Jr., Explore Charleston, MUSC Health, City of Charleston, the Byron Fellowship Educational Foundation, and the South Carolina Arts Commission.
Schedule of Events
April 26, 2025
Havana Night with Paquito D’Rivera – Charleston Jazz Orchestra
Time: 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Venue: Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Get ready for an extraordinary night of music as the Charleston Jazz Orchestra proudly presents Grammy Award-Winner Paquito D’Rivera, a Cuban-American virtuoso known for his mastery of the alto saxophone and clarinet. With a career spanning decades and a repertoire that blends traditional Latin jazz with contemporary influences, D’Rivera brings a unique and electrifying energy to the stage. His performances are celebrated for their infectious rhythms, lyrical melodies, and innovative arrangements that showcase his unparalleled talent and deep-rooted passion for jazz.
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)
Price: $10 – $67
Havana Night with Paquito D’Rivera – Charleston Jazz Orchestra
Time: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Venue: Charleston Music Hall
37 John St., Charleston, SC 29403
Get ready for an extraordinary night of music as the Charleston Jazz Orchestra proudly presents Grammy Award-Winner Paquito D’Rivera, a Cuban-American virtuoso known for his mastery of the alto saxophone and clarinet. With a career spanning decades and a repertoire that blends traditional Latin jazz with contemporary influences, D’Rivera brings a unique and electrifying energy to the stage. His performances are celebrated for their infectious rhythms, lyrical melodies, and innovative arrangements that showcase his unparalleled talent and deep-rooted passion for jazz.
Concert Length: 90 min (no intermission)
Price: $10 – $67
Date: April 21 - 29, 2025
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