Live Music

Enjoy this free concert featuring the 21-piece UNF Jazz Ensemble 2 with special guests, directed by Dennis Marks There will be a food truck, "Beyond Horizons", featuring a special Jazz Fest Lunch

The Jazz Festival Sponsors Party is a special evening dedicated to celebrating the supporters who make the Amelia Island Jazz Festival possible. This exclusive, invitation-only event is reserved for Bronze Saxophone Sponsors and above. Hosted by Les DeMerle on drums and featuring Bonnie Eisele on vocals, along with special guests, the evening promises outstanding music […]

Get ready to sip and swing at this unique Jazz and Wine Tasting! Indulge in a curated selection of exquisite wines expertly paired with sensational jazz tunes, each enhancing the other’s flavor. Limited space available, so get your tickets early—these shows usually sell out fast! Join us for the “Jazztet”, hosted by AIJF Artistic Director […]

Get ready to sip and swing at this unique Jazz and Wine Tasting! Indulge in a curated selection of exquisite wines expertly paired with sensational jazz tunes, each enhancing the other’s flavor. Limited space available, so get your tickets early—these shows usually sell out fast! Join us for the “Jazztet”, hosted by AIJF Artistic Director […]

Don’t just listen to Jazz, live it! Jump Jive and Wail your way into a swingin’ good time at Courtyard Amelia Island / Springhill Suites for the Amelia Island Jazz Festival’s Swing Night, Concert and Dance! Join the dynamic Les DeMerle Little Big Band, featuring the soulful vocals of Bonnie Eisele, for an evening that […]

Making his Amelia Island Jazz Festival debut, Bill Wharton, known as the Sauce Boss, brings his Down Home Blues & Gumbo Show to the stage. This one-of-a-kind experience blends high-energy original music, a commanding stage presence, and a live cooking performance. Wharton prepares a pot of gumbo right onstage, stirring the pot while mixing music […]

Making their festival debut this year, VG Music Band brings an exciting blend of Latin rhythms and international hits to the stage. From salsa, merengue, and bachata to pop favorites and dance classics, this high-energy ensemble delivers an unforgettable performance filled with music, movement, and celebration. Get ready for a vibrant evening that will have […]

An Unforgettable Evening with The Four Freshmen The Four Freshmen bring an unforgettable blend of energy, artistry, and timeless vocal harmony to the stage. From the moment they begin, their dynamic performance and rich repertoire of classic favorites and contemporary selections captivate audiences of all ages. For some, it is a nostalgic journey. For others, […]

Gunhild Carling, Sweden’s Queen of Swing and Vaudeville, delivers a show unlike any other! An internationally acclaimed performer, Gunhild captivates audiences around the world with her extraordinary talent and boundless energy. A true multi-instrumentalist, she seamlessly moves between trombone, trumpet, harmonica, flute, drums, piano, and more, while also singing, tap dancing, and dazzling with her […]