Newport Jazz Festival 2022
The legendary event, started in 1954 and know as the “granddaddy of all the festivals”, the Newport Jazz Festival is the iconic gathering of jazz music fans from around the US. Since its beginning, the Newport Jazz has hosted the prominent masters of the genre like Louis Armstrong, Dave Brubeck, Ray Charles and Duke Ellington. From August 2 to August 4, you’ll get a chance to hear the live music of Herbie Hancock, Kamasi Washington, Thundercat, Dianne Reeves and 57 other artists. The festival is located at the picturesque seaside in Fort Adams State Park, and shares the venue with other iconic event, the Newport Folk Festival.
Newport Jazz Festival Tickets
The prices for the Newport Jazz Fest start at $225 for the 3-day pass (prices are subject to changes).
Newport Jazz Lineup 2022
This year’s festival features Norah Jones, Esperanza Spalding, The Fearless Flyers, Angelique Kidjo’s Remain In Light, Terence Blanchard, PJ Morton, The Ron Carter Quartet, BADBADNOTGOOD, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Lettuce, Cory Wong, Sons of Kemet, Nubya Garcia and many others.
Location and Venue
Venue: Fort Adams State Park
Address: 80 Fort Adams Dr, Newport, Rhode Island, 02840, USA
Where to Stay During Newport Jazz Festival 2022
We’ve partnered with the best hotels around Newport to bring you the lowest rates possible along with a great lodging experience for your Newport Jazz weekend.
Festival Playlist
Frequently Answered Question
How old do you have to be to attend the Newport Jazz Festival?
To attend the Newport Jazz festival, you should be at least 18 years old. Every attendee below this age should be accompanied by the adult guardian.
Who started the Newport Jazz Festival?
laine Lorillard established the festival in 1954, and she and husband Louis Lorillard financed it for many years.