Syracuse International Jazz Fest

The Northeast's Largest Free Jazz Festival returns for its 39th year. Stages are located in Clinton Square, the Downtown Syracuse Entertainment District, and the Syracuse University Campus. This year includes 32 bands, 13 club venues on Wednesday evening (The Fitz, The Song & Dance, The Tasting Room, Salt City Market, Kitty Hoynes, Pastabilities, Maxwells, The Residence Inn - Armory Square, The Courtyard - Armory Square, Al’s Wine & Whiskey, Funk & Waffles, Mulrooney’s, and Benjamins on Franklin), and 4 nights of timeless tunes and unforgettable nights from June 25 - 29, 2025. Headliners include: The Spinners, Trombone Society & Orleans Avenue, Todd Rundgren, and Gunhild Carling.