2024 Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival
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Akron’s Jazz Heritage
With the rich history of jazz in the Akron community, the Rubber City Jazz and Blues Festival aims to unveil much of what has been lost throughout the years.
Akron Artists
Although the Rubber City Jazz Festival has grown to feature the most world-renowned jazz and blues artists, a major focus is to continue to spotlight and platform the talent in the Akron-metro area.
Community Engagement
While the Rubber City Jazz and Blues Festival has engaged youth performers in the past, the 2023 festival will have opportunities intentionally dedicated to youth performances.
A Can't-Miss Annual Experience
From a music festival perspective, the Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival has something for everyone.
From casual jazz fans to jazz aficionados, there’s a mix of contemporary jazz, Latin music vibes, soulful singing, and the list goes on and on.
More Than A Festival
There’s nothing quite like Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival. Held throughout Downtown Akron, the festival brings together some of the best jazz acts, past and present, with other genres sprinkled in. More than that, the festival showcases the diversity of Akron’s heritage and community.