The Alexandria Jazz Festival (also known as "ALX Jazz Fest") has provided jazz and entertainment to Alexandria citizens for 47 years, traditionally at the end of spring, near or on Memorial Day weekend. It is managed by the City of Alexandria's Office of the Arts.  

Celebrate jazz music, America's original beloved art form, at the Alexandria Waterfront!

Enjoy live performances by some of the region's top jazz performers, along with inspiring words by renowned poets.

Plus: experience hands-on art projects, lawn games, food vendors, and drinks all afternoon.

Schedule of Events:

3:05 pm - 3:45 pm: The JoGo Project
4:15 pm - 4:45 pm: Jeanette Berry
5:15 pm - 5:45 pm: We Were Here Before
6:15 pm - 7:00 pm: Fran Vielma Quartet
7:30 pm - 8:15 pm: Carolyn Malachi
8:30 pm - 9:15 pm: Warren Wolf