Winter Jazzfest 2025 in New York

A key event of the New York City jazz scene featuring prominent musicians from around the world

Dates: January 9–15, 2025

January is not the most popular month as far as music festivals are concerned. However, the Winter Jazzfest has become an annual tradition for NYC jazz fans. More than 100 bands perform at the festival every year.

The program also features discussions on gender, immigration, and social issues within jazz music with such panelists as activist Angela Davis or drummer Antonio Sanchez. The festival's events take place at Le Poisson Rouge, Nublu, and Brooklyn Steel.

2024's Lineup

The 2025 NYC Winter Jazzfest lineup features an exciting array of artists spanning diverse styles and traditions in jazz. Some of the highlighted performers include the festival’s Artist-in-Residence Makaya McCraven, Ravi Coltrane, Roy Hargrove's Crisol and a tribute to Henry Threadgill, rising stars like Adi Oasis, Arooj Aftab, and Emma-Jean Thackray, and many more great artists.

Tickets

Visitors can choose between an All Event Pass priced at $565 or individual tickets for selected concerts with flexible pricing. Additionally, Discounted Student Marathon tickets are available for $45.

Festival History

Held since the early 2000s, Winter Jazzfest is famous for its two-night jazz marathon bringing celebrities and up-comers. About a dozen Lower Manhattan venues host the jazz marathon. Cozy downtown clubs present series of shows that can be attended with a single wristband. Thus, one can attend several places per night.