Get ready to enjoy soulful melodies at the Toronto Jazz Festival! Returning from June 23 to July 2, this highly anticipated event has established itself as a must-attend occasion, not only for those who appreciate exceptional music but also for some of the most renowned jazz celebrities from around the globe. With an impressive lineup featuring celebrated musicians such as Jully Black, Ashanti, Haviah Mighty, and more this year’s jazz festival just might be the best yet. Whether you’re a jazz enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this ultimate guide will equip you with all the information you need to make the most of your Toronto Jazz Festival experience, from transportation tips to a comprehensive list of this year’s spectacular performers.
They are six outdoor stages throughout the festival:
- The Avenue: Queens Park between Bloor St. and Charles St.
- The Village: Village of Yorkville Park 115 Cumberland St.
- OLG Lounge:Burwash Quad (Victoria College) 91 Charles St. W
- TD Avenue Stage: Queens Park at Charles St.
- TD Village Stage: Village of Yorkville Park 115 Cumberland St.
- TD Main Stage: Burwash Quad (Victoria College) 91 Charles Street West
How to get there:
They are three subway stations that are within walking distance of the outdoor stages. These stations are Bloor-Yonge, Bay, and Queens Park Station.
Here is the nearest parking to the outdoor stages:
- 100 Bloor Street West
- 78 Queens Park
Please note that Queen’s Park Crescent will be closed June 25-27, from 12:01 am to 5:00 am for the festival.
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What to eat:
They are food and beverage options on-site at all the stages except The Village. Opening weekend at The Avenue site you can find poutine from Poutine Supreme and ice cream from Heavenly Ice Cream. If you’re near The Avenue Site and are feeling hungry Bar Reyna is just seven minutes. You can enjoy delicious Mediterranean tapas and drinks. If you’re craving something sweet you can stop by Summer’s Ice Cream where you can treat yourself to frozen yogurt and sorbet.
If you’re feeling hungry you can find shawarma and falafel at the OLG Grove from Ali’s Wraps. They serve burgers and vegetarian options as well and will be there throughout the festival.
Here’s everyone performing at Toronto’s Jazz Festival this year and where they’re happening:
TD Avenue Stage
June 24:
- 3:30 PM Ross Wooldridge Septet feat. Alex Pangman (plus Swing Toronto)
- 5:30PM Asiko Afrobeat Ensemble
- 7:30 PM LOONY
- 9:00PM BADBADNOTGOOD
June 25
- 3:30 PM Toronto Mass Choir
- 5:30 PM Braxton Cook
- 7:30 PM Haviah Mighty
- 9:00 PM Ashanti
On the Avenue
June 24
- 2:45 PM SHOUT! The Band
- 4:45 PM SHOUT! The Band
- 6:45 PM Big Smoke Brass
June 25:
- 2:45 PM Pan Fantasy
- 4:45 PM Pan Fantasy
- 6:45 PM Big Smoke Brass
TD Village Stage
June 24:
- 2:30 PM Debi Botos Quintet
- 4:30 PM The Robert Lee Group
- 6:30 PM Gavin Hope
- 8:30 PM Time Warp
June 25:
- 2:30 PM Toronto Blues Society Talent Search Finals
- 6:30 PM Mary Ancheta Quartet
- 8:30 PM Clerel
June 26:
- 4:30 PM Nicky Schrire Quintet
- 6:30 PM Leon Phal
- 8:30 PM Kollage featuring Alexis Baro
June 27:
- 4:15 PM Toronto Arts Foundation Emerging Jazz Artist Award presentation
- 4:30 PM Andrew Marzotto Quartet
- 6:30 PM Pulkes Band
- 8:30 PM Malika Tirolien
June 28:
- 4:30 PM Aline’s étoile magique
- 6:30 PM Malleus Trio
- 8:30 PM Blue Moon Marquee
June 29:
- 4:30 PM So Long Seven
- 6:30 PM Kyla Charter
- 8:30 PM Lorraine Klaasen
June 30:
- 4:30 PM Charlotte McAfee-Brunner and her Fireflies
- 6:30 PM GARNETTA CROMWELL & DaGROOVMASTERS
- 8:30 PM Theon Cross
July 1st:
- 2:30 PM Jacob Chung Quintet
- 4:30 PM Kate Wyatt Quartet
- 6:30 PM Efajemue
- 8:30 PM Swingao: Portinho, Meurkens, Luviano, Sheard & Burgé
July 2:
- 1:00 PM Hameshet
- 2:45 PM Krzysztof Baranowski Trio
- 4:45PM Scott/Grant 5
- 6:45 PM Brekky Boy
- 8:45 PM The Libation Street Band
In The Village
June 24:
- 3:45 PM Trash Panda Brass
- 5:45PM Trash Panda Brass
- 7:45PM Trash Panda Brass
June 25
- 5:45 PM Magnolia Brass Band
- 7:45 PM Magnolia Brass Band
June 26:
- 5:45 PM Pulkes Band
- 7:45 PM Pulkes Band
July 1
- 3:45 PM Rider Raiders
- 5:45 PM Rider Raiders
- 7:45 PM Rider Raiders
July 2
- 2:00 PM Viva Mexico Mariachi Toronto
- 4:00 PM Viva Mexico Mariachi Toronto
- 6:00 PM Viva Mexico Mariachi Toronto
- 8:00 PM Viva Mexico Mariachi Toronto
Old Grove
TD Main Stage
June 23:
- 7:00 PM Samuel Williams SaMantics
- 9:00 PM Jully Black
June 24:
- 1:30 PM Big Band Slam – Earl Haig S.S.
- 2:00 PM Community Music Schools of Toronto
- 2:45 PM Big Band Slam – St. Michael’s College School
- 3:15 PM Community Music Schools of Toronto
- 4:00 PM Big Band Slam – St. Aloysius Gonzaga S.S.
- 4:30 PM Community Music Schools of Toronto
- 5:15 PM Mark Kelso & The Jazz Exiles
- 7:15 PM Eliana Cuevas Quintet
- 9:30 PM Pedrito Martinez Group
June 25:
- 3:30 PM Super Duty Tough Work
- 5:35 PM The Heavyweights Brass Band feat. Jenie Thai
- 7:40 PM Jonah Yano
- 9:30 PM Delvon Lamarr Organ Trio
June 26:
- 6:45 PM A Fantastica Bateria feat. Aline Morales
- 8:45 PM Kuné
June 27:
- 6:45 PM Mark Guiliana
- 8:45 PM re.verse with Phoenix Pagliacci
June 28:
- 6:45 PM The Ostara Project
- 8:45 PM KOKOROKO
June 29:
- 6:4 5PM The Altons
- 8:4 5PM Tanika Charles
June 30:
- 6:45 PM The Joy Lapps Project
- 8:45 PM Molly Johnson
July 1:
- 3:00 PM Jesse Ryan & Kaiso Street Collective
- 5:00 PM Nastasia Y
- 7:00 PM Marta Elena Y Su Orquesta
- 9:00 PM Begonia
July 2:
- 3:00 PM The U.S. Army Jazz Ambassadors with Ingrid and Christine Jensen
- 5:00 PM The Nimmons Tribute Band
- 7:00 PM Maya Killtron
- 9:00 PM Anomalie Big Band
OLG Lounge
June 23:
- 6:15 PM DJ MelBoogie
- 8:15 PM DJ MelBoogie
June 24:
- 6:30 PM Juana GoGo
- 8:30 PM Juana GoGo
June 25:
- 2:45 PM DJ Agile
- 4:45 PM DJ Agile
- 6:50 PM DJ Agile
- 8:50 PM DJ Agile
June 26:
- 6:00 PM Jerus Nazdaq
- 8:00 PM Jerus Nazdaq
June 27:
- 6:00 PM DJ Mira Mela
- 8:00 PM DJ Mira Mela
June 28:
- 6:00 PM DJ John Kong
- 8:00 PM DJ John Kong
June 29:
- 6:00 PM Corey Dawkins
- 8:00 PM Corey Dawkins
June 30:
- 6:00 PM DJ DVS
- 8:00 PM DJ DVS
July 1
- 6:00 PM DJ DVS
- 8:00 PM DJ DVS
July 2
- 4:15 PM Paul Chin
- 6:15 PM Paul Chin
- 8:15 PM Paul Chin
Late Night Jam at The Pilot
Enjoy tunes at 10 pm at The Pilot.
June 23
- Michael Shand Trio
June 24
- Jane Bunnett’s Afro-Cuban Jazz Jam
June 25
- Andrew Stewart Project
June 26
- Chris Gale Trio
June 27
- The Ernesto Cervini Quartet featuring Joel Frahm
June 28:
- Lauren Falls Trio
June 29
- Allison Au (with Sam Dickinson, Jon Meyer and Jared Goldman)
June 30
- Larnell Lewis X Joy Lapps & Friends
July 1
- Krzysztof Baranowski Trio
July 2
- Mike Downes Trio
Tickets required for the following concerts :
You must purchase a ticket if you want to see these artists perform. While some are sold out others are still available for purchase. Ticket prices vary from $30 to $55.
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- Brad Mehldau Trio/Avishai Cohen Trio: June 26 at 8pm at Korner Hall (SOLD OUT)
- Colin Stetson: June 27 at 9pm at TD Music Hall
- Geroge Benson June 27 at 8pm at Elgin Theatre (SOLD OUT)
- Herbie Hancock: June 29 at 8 pm at Meridan Hall (SOLD OUT)
- Melody Gardot: June 28th at 8pm at Elgin Theatre (SOLD OUT)
- Snakky Puppy: June 28th at 8pm at History (SOLD OUT)
- Cimafunk: June 29th at 8pm at the Axis Club
- The Bad Plus: July 2 at 8pm at The Horseshoe Tavern
