Jazz bands from middle schools and high schools across the Midwest will converge on Purdue University on January 25, 2025 for the 35rd annual Purdue Jazz Festival.

Festival Day

Over 100 high school and middle school jazz ensembles will compete in various divisions at Purdue University. The Purdue Jazz Band will give two performances – one at noon and one at 7:00 PM at the Finale and Awards Ceremony. Throughout the day, our Guest Artists and Clinicians will give lectures and demonstrations that are open to the Festival participants.