Name: Wilson Jazz Festival
Start: 2025-09-20T11:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-09-20T23:00:00-04:00
Location: Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park

🎷 Wilson Jazz Festival – Year Three!
Now in its third year, the Wilson Jazz Festival continues its tradition of bringing sensational programming to the increasingly vibrant streets of Historic Downtown Wilson. At its heart, the festival is about community and accessibility—thanks to our generous sponsors, we’re proud to offer a full day of free events while keeping main stage tickets refreshingly affordable.
🎶 Bojangles Main Stage at Whirligig Park
The ticketed main stage features an incredible lineup, emceed by up-and-coming hip hop legend Daniel Hall (aka Brizzl):
Fatmouth
Peter Lamb and the Wolves
Sidecar Social Club
Tickets are just $30 in advance ($35 at the gate)!
🍹 Don’t miss the Harriss Hotel Drink Tent, serving some of the best drinks around to keep you refreshed all day.
🎉 Free Day Parties
Sponsored by Design Dimension, Inc., our day parties bring jazz to your favorite downtown spots with performances by:
Sallie B. Howard Jazz Ensemble
Daniel DeLorenzo Trio
Root Down Collective
Phil Allen Octet
Gravity Trio
Catch them live at:
Casita Brewing
Larema Coffee
The Porch at Iconostar
Bankers Plaza
🎺 Plus, stop by the Midsouth Roofing & Construction Jazz Jam Tent at The Lighthouse (corner of Goldsboro & Tarboro Streets), where performing musicians will welcome anyone with an instrument to join in for improv!
🥁 Second Line & After Party
Once Sidecar Social Club closes out the main stage at 8:30 PM, grab your instrument and join us for a second line march to Downtown Public House, just a few blocks away.
There, No Quarter! Brass Band will host the official after party until 11 PM.
🎟️ Tickets & Info
Find out more and get your tickets at www.wilsonjazzfest.com!
🎨 Bonus: Wilson Arts’ Jazz-Themed ArtSpin
In addition to the festival, Wilson Arts’ ArtSpin will also take place that day—featuring jazz-inspired activities for all ages. Check their site for details and join in on the creativity!