Tucson Jazz Festival Returns to Downtown on January 17-25

After almost a year of organizing, planning, and hard work, the 2025 HSL Properties Tucson Jazz Festival lights up multiple stages from Friday, January 17 – Saturday, January 25.

Actually, and similar to previous years, there are multiple stages! Curated by Executive and Artistic Director Khris Dodge, the 11th annual event offers nine days of some of the greatest jazz talents in the world throughout Downtown Tucson.

“Have you ever experienced an unbelievable musical moment? It often is that time and space at a concert where the music is so joyful, magical, and memorable, and the audience and the artists on stage are so connected that your jaw drops,” said Dodge. “It’s the ‘I can’t believe I’m here and I just felt that’ moment. I see and experience these moments every year with festival attendees, and all of my being wants to share these moments with all of you.”

With many shows already selling out, now is the time to secure seats.

Also, great food pairs nicely with live jazz. For example, at the Rialto on January 18, Chef Janos Wilder will feature his signature JDAWGs on stage. Then, on January 19, Andea and her band will do a free performance at a special cookout the next day at Utterback for students and families. 

Check out the full schedule here.

For the complete list, to purchase tickets and for additional information download the new TJF2025 app (available for iPhone and Android) and visit tucsonjazzfestival.org.

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