The Stowe Jazz Festival is a three-day, multi-venue, free festival held in the beautiful, mountain village of Stowe, Vermont. The music, the atmosphere, the overall vibe of this festival is uniquely Stowe and free of charge. From September 7 – 9, 2018 the Stowe Jazz Festival takes place in one of the most picturesque regions in New England. Jazz has so many sub-genres it can be difficult to describe, but at its very core is a sense of reaching-out, engagement and communication. We’ll be presenting nothing but Jazz at our Festival each year’ Be-bob, Brazilian Jazz, Swing, Gypsy Jazz, Progressive/Electric Jazz, Standards, Afro-Cuban Jazz, instrumental and vocal artists alike. Jazz crosses all barriers, embraces all and refuses none.

Come hike the trails, marvel at the scenic views, enjoy unique dining experiences, explore Stowe and listen to world class jazz at night.

Venues

Mainstage at The Alchemist
September 7 – 9 | Noon – 10 p.m.
Catch 15 bands in three days, during the Stowe Jazz Festival at the Mainstage at The Alchemist. Friday – Sunday, you can listen to a variety of jazz artists.

Doc Ponds
September 7 & 8, 2018 | 9 p.m. to late
Late Night Jazz Jam: Come do the ‘late hang’ at Doc Ponds, Friday and Saturday nights! Bruce Sklar’s Skarkestra will be hosting the jam session. Bring your horn along and you can add to your conviction. This quartet is one of the best in the area and Doc Ponds offers an extensive craft beer and wine list.

Tres Amigos/The Rusty Nail
September 7 – 8, 2018 | 9 p.m. to late
The legendary late night club on the Mountain Road will be hosting the group Progger both Friday and Saturday nights. This progressive, electric and grooving band will get you moving until the wee hours.

Cork Wine Bar & Market of Stowe
September 8, 2018 | 1 – 4 p.m.
Enjoy a Jazzy brunch and wine tasting at Cork! Playing at this unique venue is the Chico Pinhiero Quartet, featuring Chico Pinhiero on guitar/vocals, Helio Alves on piano, Eduardo Belo on bass and Alex Kautz on drums.

Junior’s at Stowe
September 8 | 7 – 10 p.m.
Junior’s will host a dinner jazz featuring Clyde Stats on bass and Paul Asbell on guitar.

Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge
September 8 | 9 p.m. – midnight
Piecasso Pizzeria & Lounge is proud to host the Ray Vega Latin Jazz Sextet for Stowe Jazz Festival. Stop by this eclectic restaurant for some pizza and Latin Jazz.