Arts and Entertainment
March 24, 2025
From: Germantown Jazz FestivalJazz lovers, mark your calendars! The Germantown Jazz Festival (GJF) is set to make its highly anticipated debut. In partnership with its lead community partner, Artcinia, the GJF will bring a dynamic three-day celebration of music, art, and culture to the heart of Philadelphia.
Schedule of Events:
April 25, 2025
Opening Night Concert - 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
April 26, 2025
Main Concert- 8–10 PM
First Presbyterian Church in Germantown
Festival Headliner: Bobby Watson – Renowned saxophonist, composer, and educator
$50 Advance - $55 at the Door
April 27, 2025
Closing Concert – Sunday, April 27, 2025 - 4–6 PM
The Nile Café
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
Date: April 25 - 27, 2025
Location: Various Venues in Philadelphia, PA