Goals and Objectives
The Germantown Jazz Festival is thoughtfully curated to offer attendees and performers a dynamic and enriching experience that celebrates the rich heritage of jazz music. Over three days, attendees will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in different activities, performances, and interactive experiences that showcase the vibrancy and vitality of Germantown’s jazz scene. From captivating main-stage performances to engaging workshops and family-friendly entertainment, each festive day is designed to inspire, educate, and entertain attendees of all ages and backgrounds.
Program Overview: The Germantown Jazz Festival
| DAY | VENUE | ACTIVITIES |
|---|---|---|
| Day One, Friday, April 24, 2026 | The Festival premieres at the Attic Brewery., 137 W. Berkeley Street, Philadelphia, PA 19144. | With live jazz occurring in the inside bar area and in the outdoor terrace area of the venue. 5-10pm. The Germantown Jazz Festival will showcase its own local shining Jazz Stars. |
| Day Two, April 25, 2026. | Germantown Settlement Music School, 6128 Germantown Avenue | There will be three shows in the Germantown Settlement Music School, 6128 Germantown Avenue. Aaron Graves, acclaimed pianist, composer, teacher, band leader is taking over the Master Class. Class time: 12-3pm. At 3pm Settlement School Jazz Ensembles kick off festivities. An Artisan Vendor Market will be set up outside in the school’s parking lot and surrounding green spaces. Evening Concert at 7pm, showcases Internationally acclaimed trumpeter, composer and Temple University Professor Terell Stafford in Quintet format. |
| Day Three, Sunday, April 26 , 2026 | 1st United Methodist Church Of Germantown. 6001 Germantown Avenue | At the 1st United Methodist Church Of Germantown. 5-8pm, 6001 Germantown Avenue, we present “Philly’s Battle of the Big Bands”. Headlined by Orrin Evans, Captain Black Big Band, The Philly Pops Jazz Orchestra and Josh Lee and The Family. 5-8pm. 8PM- Midnight- The Germantown Jazz Festival Jazz Jam at the Nile Cafe, 6008 Germantown Avenue. |