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Tuesday, June 17th to Saturday, June 21st, 2025
Immerse Yourself in Free Jazz at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square!
Calling all music lovers! The Winnipeg Jazz Festival returns in 2024, bringing ten days of incredible music to stages across the city. But for those seeking a vibrant, free experience, look no further than the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square!
Don't forget to support local events and by a paid ticket. The schedule for Old Market Square is down below.
Mark your calendars for June 17th to 21st, 2025 and head to the heart of Winnipeg's Exchange District for an unforgettable open-air celebration of jazz at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square. Over four days, the stage will be pulsating with the energy of talented local, national, and international jazz performers.
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Soak up the summer sun, spread out a blanket, and let the smooth sounds of jazz wash over you. The Old Market Square is the perfect setting to discover new musical favorites or revisit the timeless classics of the genre at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square.
Here's what you can expect at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square
● Free Admission: Enjoy the festival atmosphere without breaking the bank at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square.
● Diverse Lineup: Immerse yourself in a variety of jazz styles, from traditional to contemporary, at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square. Check out the exciting schedule below to see what catches your ear!
● Family-Friendly: Bring the whole family for an afternoon of music and fun in the heart of the city at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square.
● Lively Atmosphere: Mingle with fellow music enthusiasts and soak up the positive vibes at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square.
Winnipeg Jazz Festival at Old Market Square Schedule:
Tuesday, June 17
- 5:00 – 6:00 pm Jana Jacobs
- 6:30 – 7:30 pm Rien
- 8:00 – 9:00 pm CE x No Fuss
- 9:30 – 10:30 pm Kimmortal
- 11:00 pm – 12:00 am The Free Label
Wednesday,June 22nd
- 5:00 – 6:00 PM Mari Padeanu
- 6:30 – 7:30 PM Flora Luna
- 8:00 – 9:00 PM Thanya Iyer
- 9:30 – 10: 30 pm Shuffle Demons
- 11:00 pm – 12:00 am Trio Bembe x Ego Spank
Thursday, June 19
- 5:00 – 6:00 PM Adam Ciric's Invisible Forces
- 6:30 – 7:30 pm Compost
- 8:00 – 9:00 PM New Jazz Underground
- 9:30 PM – 10:30 PM Kneebody
- 11:00 pm – 12:00 am Apollo Suns
Friday, June 20
- 4:30 – 5:30 PM Onna Lou
- 6:00 – 7:00 PM Samba Jazz Project
- 7:30 – 8:30 PM Meta-Clave
- 9:00 – 10:00 pm Curubande All-Star
- 10:30 – 11:30 PM El Leon & The Strangers
- 12:00 – 1:00 AM Son D'arranke
Saturday, June 21
- 4:30 – 5:30 PM The River City Syncopators
- 6:00 – 7:00 PM Saxophone Nouveau
- 7:30 – 8:30 PM Brass Queens
- 9:00 – 10:00 PM Nyoh
- 10:30 – 11:30 PM Carl Mayonette Quintet
- 12:00 – 1:00 AM Vox Populi
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