The Germantown Jazz Festival celebrates the spirit of jazz through dynamic performances, cultural enrichment, and community connection. Anchored in one of Philadelphia’s most historic neighborhoods, the festival seeks to inspire a new generation of music lovers while honoring the genre’s deep roots in Art & Culture.
Festival Lineup
Opening Night Concert- Friday, April 25, 2025 | 5-10 PM
Germantown Friends Meeting House
Featuring: Alfie Pollitt Trio, Jim Holton Trio, The Mike Boone Group, Robert Landham Quartet, Germantown Jazz Youth Ensemble
VIP Seating Donation Request: $50 | General Admission: $25
Main Concert – Saturday, April 26, 2025 | 8–10 PM
First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
Festival Headliner: Bobby Watson – Renowned saxophonist, composer, and educator
$50 Advance | $55 at the Door
Closing Concert – Sunday, April 27, 2025 | 4–6 PM
The Cookers – An all-star ensemble featuring: Eddie Henderson (trumpet), George Cables (piano), Azar Lawrence (saxophone), Cecil McBee (bass), David Weiss (trumpet), Jaleel Shaw (saxophone), Billy Hart (drums)
$40 Advance | $45 at the Door