Port of Tauranga 62nd
National Jazz Festival
Weather Update:
The Port of Tauranga National Jazz Festival is on!! Do not alter your Easter plans but be aware that certain favourite events like the Jazz Village and Downtown Carnival may be conducted differently due to the wet weather.
The Jazz Village event will be relocated indoors to the Baycourt Community & Arts Centre Addison Theatre and foyer. The same exceptional lineup of musicians will perform from 11 am to 5 pm: Kokomo, Shaken not Stirred, The Mafia Cats, Free Status, and Radio Rebelde, in addition to jazz bands in the foyer. The bar will be open selling refreshments and ice-creams, alongside a coffee cart.
Tauranga’s CBD will host the Downtown Carnival on Saturday 19 and Sunday 20 April. The music will take place indoors, within the bars and cafes in Downtown Tauranga, featuring beloved jazz and blues bands. A selection of delicious food, beverages, and live music will create the renowned Tauranga jazz festival atmosphere.
And no road closures, parking is free over Easter weekend.
So, what are you waiting for, dive in and buy your tickets to experience the outstanding music on offer all Easter weekend long!
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Port of Tauranga 62nd
National Jazz Festival
The Port of Tauranga 62nd National Jazz Festival hits Tauranga April 7-21!
There’s something for everyone, from world class jazz and soul concerts at Baycourt, the 47th National Youth Jazz Competition, the Jazz Village, a glitzy Cocktail Swing party, dancing at the Hurricane Party plus the two-day Downtown Carnival and more.
Dive in! Bring your family and friends and celebrate with us
Port of Tauranga 62nd National
Jazz Festival
The Port of Tauranga 62nd National Jazz Festival hits Tauranga April 7-21!
There’s something for everyone, from world class jazz and soul concerts at Baycourt, the 47th National Youth Jazz Competition, the Jazz Village, a glitzy Cocktail Swing party, dancing at the Hurricane Party plus the two-day Downtown Carnival and more.
Dive in! Bring your family and friends and celebrate with us
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