Capital Jazz Festival tickets

Capital Jazz Festival Tickets

The first Capital Jazz Festival concert was held in 1993. Since 1993, the event has grown and attracts tens of thousands of jazz music aficionados to Columbia, Md., a suburb just outside of Washington, DC. It takes place at the Merriweather Post Pavilion. Attendees have the opportunity to listen to some of the most soul-capturing music. They also have the opportunity to relax, mingle with others and enjoy the weather in addition to eating, shopping and drinking.

The Jazz Festival with Soul

When the event promoters of the Capital Jazz Festival describe it as the Jazz Festival with Soul, they are not kidding. There are few other events where you can listen to Gladys, Babyface and a tribute to the late Aretha Franklin in one weekend. On top of the talent you will hear perform, the festival takes things a step further. The multi-day, multi-stage event that occurs in the outdoors is also set up to give attendees ample chances to get to know each other. An official after-party is held at the hotel that hosts a portion of the event and guests. Plus, there is shopping, dining and drinking areas set up onsite, too.

Where can I buy Capital Jazz Festival tickets?

When Capital Jazz Festival tickets go on sale, you can snag your spot at StubHub. Whether you plan to attend all three days or only one, StubHub has your passes for this once-in-a-lifetime revelry.

Who performed at the most recent Capital Jazz Festival?

Without a doubt, the Capital Jazz Festival concert 2019 was star-studded. Every performer was an artist who has made a name for themselves with their talent and vocal chords. Singer-songwriter

India.Arie

known for Video, singer-songwriter

Brian McKnight

known for Back at One and guitarist

Isaiah Sharkey

were some of the participants.

What are the stages set up at Capital Jazz Festival?

At the Capital Jazz Festival, two main stages are set up. This is a rain or shine event that takes place in the outdoors. Each stage hosts up to seven performers per full day of concerts. In 2019,

Kenny Babyface Edmonds

and

Gladys Knight

opened the event with Friday Night Soul at the Pavilion Stage.

When is Capital Jazz Festival 2020?

The Capital Jazz Festival concert 2020 is already scheduled. The 28th Annual Capital Jazz Fest will take place on June 5-7, 2020. Historically, it is held the first weekend of June. 2020 will not be different. For those who cannot get enough, the annual SuperCruise is also available. It will take place on January 16 - 24, 2020. It consists of 8 days and nights of jazz, soul and comedy as well as gospel and funk entertainment. It sets sail from Fort Lauderdale, Fla. aboard the Royal Caribbean's Independence of the Seas with stops at St. Lucia, Antigua and St. Thomas.

What attractions will I experience at the Capital Jazz Festival?

While you are at the Capital Jazz Festival, you will enjoy the music, first and foremost. In between performances and while going from one stage to another, you can stop by the Festival Marketplace. There you will find arts and crafts. The food court provides delicious food as well as the opportunity to meet and greet with the artists. There are also late-night events to enjoy at the hotel holding the event.

What other festivals are similar to the Capital Jazz Festival?

For those who enjoy a good jazz session like the one at the Capital Jazz Festival, you might enjoy the Monterey Jazz Festival at the

Monterey Fairgrounds

in Monterey, Calif., or the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival at the

Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots

in New Orleans, La., too.