Jazzfest Ojai is in its earliest stages of development. Artists listed have not been signed and are only an example of the quality level of music you can expect to hear.
JazzFest Ojai 2025
Great Jazz Artists Celebrated here!
JazzFest Ojai
Begins
Late Summer of 2025
Welcome to our jazz festival, where artists spread their wings. Join us for unforgettable performances by top-tier jazz musicians. Dive deeper with pre-concert talks and masterclasses. Get ready for an immersive experience like no other!
Schedule
All events take place at the Ojai Retreat and Cultural Center
160 Besant Road, Ojai, California
Thursday, July 31
6 to 9 pm
Opening Celebration Dinner, featuring the Herbie Hancock Institute Jazz Quintet
limited to 50 guests
Friday, August 1st
5 pm to 7 pm Pre-concert wine and cheese with the artists
7 pm Friday Night Opening Concert
featuring Alan Broadbent, piano, Kevin Axt, bass, and Simon Phillips, drums
limited to 100 people
Saturday, August 2nd
12 noon to 2 pm Masterclass on jazz guitar with John Stowell
Guests may participate as players or may choose to just observe
7 pm Saturday Night Concert
featuring the Grammy-award-winning Tierney Sutton with her quartet
limited to 150 people
Sunday, August 3rd
11 am—1 pm Celebration Jazz Brunch, featuring the Billy Childs Trio
limited to 50 people