September 20 - 24, 2023
The second annual Montco Jazz Fest celebrates Montgomery County as a music destination, as it highlights the region’s Women in Jazz artists and diverse venues. Whether you're looking to bop to the beat of big band classics, groove to jazz funk fusion hits, or brunch to the sounds of smooth jazz, Montco Jazz Fest has something for everyone.
Check out the participating locations below.
Events
Concerts
September 17 - Elmwood Park Zoo, Norristown
Junior Jazz Fest featuring the Community Music School
12-3 p.m.
September 17 - Ardmore Music Hall, Ardmore
I Got a Life, a celebration of Nina Simone featuring Carol Riddick and Gerald Veasley
7 p.m. | Get Tickets Here
September 20 - Montgomery County Community College, Blue Bell
The Lao Tizer Band Featuring Karen Briggs, Eric Marienthal, and Chieli Minucci
7:30 p.m. | Get Tickets Here
September 20 - Troubles End Brewing, Collegeville
Montco Jazzfest Kickoff Jazz Jam with Calli Graver and friends
Featuring: Haley Brinnell, Maria Marmarou, Audrey, Welber, and Bella Amada
8 - 11 p.m.
September 21 - Hotel West & Main, Conshohocken
Joanna Pascale
4-6 p.m. | Admission is free
September 21 - The Berman Museum of Art at Ursinus College, Collegeville
Berman Museum’s Fall Swing Social with Chelsea Reed and the Fair Weather Band
Swing dance lessons prior to start
6 p.m. | Admission is free
September 21 - Rivet Canteen & Assembly, Pottstown
All Star Montco Big Band featuring Amy Banks with special guests:
Virginia Mayhew, Kate Anderson, and Amy Shook
7 p.m. | Click here to purchase tickets.
September 22 - King of Prussia Town Center Plaza, King of Prussia
Olivia Hughart Quartet
5-7 p.m. | Admission is free
September 22 - Abington Arts Center, Abington
An Evening with Michelle Lordi
Doors Open: 6 p.m. , Cocktail Hour in the Galleries: 6-7 p.m., Performance: 7-9 p.m. | Click here to purchase tickets.
September 22 - Troubles End Brewing, Collegeville
The Laura Orzehoski Quintet
9 p.m.
September 23 - Theater Horizon, Norristown
A Jazz Brunch Starring Elle Morris
11 a.m. | Click here to reserve your seat.
September 23 - Community Music School, Trappe
Hearing your way through a song - A Jazz Performance Workshop with Lauren Lark
7 p.m. | Click here to reserve your free ticket.
September 23 - Troubles End Brewing | Collegeville
Corrine Kite-Dean and the Estrogen Avengers
9 p.m.
September 24 - Troubles End Brewing, Collegeville
Jazz Brunch featuring the all-vinyl sounds of DJ Minty Fresh highlighting women in jazz
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
September 24 - The Annex at the Keswick Theater, Glenside
2023 Jazz Bridge Lifetime Achievement Award Presentation and Musical Celebration of Miss Justine
Miss Justine accompanied by Tom Lawton (piano), Dan McCain (bass)
Tickets are required to attend. Click here to purchase tickets.
4 P.M | Doors Open at 3 P.M.
King of Prussia Mall Jazz Brunch Series
All concerts at the KOP Mall are free to attend. However, due to limited seating, brunch reservations are recommended.
September 3 - Outside True Food Kitchen
Brazilian Jazz by Minas
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
September 10, Nordstrom Court - Level 1
Lynn Riley & the World-Mix
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
September 17, Nordstrom Court - Level 1
Ella y Amigos
Salsa lessons will be offered at the start of the event
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
September 24, Nordstrom Court - Level 1
Hailey Brinnel Quartet featuring Leigh Pilzer
11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
