Jazzfest returns this weekend after pandemic halt

The Center City Jazz Festival returns this weekend after a three-year hiatus.

What’s happening: The festival will be held across five walkable bars in Center City from 1-7pm on Saturday, during Jazz Appreciation Month.

• 20 performances are scheduled across the venues, including guitarist Pasquale Grasso and bassist Dezron Douglas, along with local favorites Victor North, Joanna Pascale, and James Santangelo.

Flashback: The festival, which started in 2012 and is presented by WRTI, was canceled during the past three years due to the pandemic.

How it works: Tickets are $20, which you can buy on the festival’s website ($25 the day of).

• The shows take place at Time Restaurant, Fergie’s Pub, Franky Bradley’s, Chris' Jazz Cafe, and Leda’s.
• One ticket provides access to all venues.

☝️ Be smart: Tickets are limited and typically sell out, so get yours now!

Of note: Those under 21 can't attend without a parent or legal guardian.

Go deeper: See the full schedule of performances at each venue on the festival’s website.