Festival Schedule

Due to the uncertainty of current events, the 2020 Ballard Jazz Festival is currently on a hiatus.

When we have further information we will post it on our website.


WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11 - 8:00PM | 21+

Four drummers lead their own groups at Conor Byrne Pub on the opening night of the festival.

LOCATION: Conor Byrne Pub, 5140 Ballard Avenue NW {map it} | 8:00PM | 21+

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 - 8:00PM | 21+

Guitarists take the stage on night two of the festival as we showcase some of the finest six-string talent from the Northwest and beyond.

LOCATION: Conor Byrne Pub, 5140 Ballard Avenue NW {map it} | 8:00PM | 21+

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 13 - MULTIPLE VENUES BEGINNING AT 6:00PM

Jazz takes over downtown Ballard as we present 16 groups in 10 venues all for a single ticket price. The most recognizable event of the festival brings together all styles of jazz and a New Orleans atmosphere with listeners pouring from club-to-club making this a truly one-of-a-kind event.

LOCATION: The Cathedral, 5449 Ballard Ave NW (Will Call opens at 5:00pm) | All Ages

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14 - 7:30PM | ALL AGES
  • presented by:
    Home Street Bank
  • TriStar Realty Team

The crown jewel of the festival, we welcome international jazz artists to Ballard at our Mainstage Concert at the Nordic Heritage Museum. Lineup coming soon!

LOCATION: Nordic Museum, 2655 NW Market St, Seattle | All Ages





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