INDY JAZZ FEST 2025 SEPT 09-20, 2025
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INDY JAZZ FEST 2025 SEPT 09-20, 2025 〰️
IS PROUD TO PRESENT
SEPTEMBER 09 - 20 - INDIANAPOLIS, IN
CONCERTS TICKETS
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CONCERTS TICKETS 〰️
THE ARTISTS
Grand Finale
Brian Culbertson
A chart-topping jazz-funk keyboardist, composer, and producer, Brian Culbertson brings high-energy performances rooted in R&B, smooth jazz, and soul. With over 20 albums and countless #1 Billboard hits, his shows blend dazzling musicianship with show-stopping stage presence.
Grand Finale
Terence Blachard
Two-time Oscar-nominated composer and 6-time GRAMMY winner, Terence Blanchard is a visionary jazz trumpeter known for his cinematic scores (including many for Spike Lee) and his groundbreaking fusion of jazz with opera, hip-hop, and contemporary themes. A true modern icon of jazz.
Grand Finale
Nicole Henry
Hailed as one of the most soulful voices in jazz today, Nicole Henry brings a captivating blend of elegance, power, and emotional depth to the stage. Her interpretations of jazz standards and R&B classics have won her international acclaim—and a Soul Train Award.
Sunset Series
Kenny Garrett
One of the most important alto saxophonists of his era, Kenny Garrett’s explosive live performances are grounded in post-bop mastery, spiritual depth, and global influence. A former member of Miles Davis’s band, his decades-spanning solo work is both innovative and deeply rooted in jazz tradition.
Sunset Series
Charlie & The Tropicales
This electrifying collaboration brings together the Latin heat of Charlie & The Tropicales with the GRAMMY-winning vocalist and violinist Mireya Ramos (Flor de Toloache). Expect a high-energy celebration of Afro-Caribbean rhythms, salsa, and Latin soul that will turn the night into a tropical block party.
Sunset Series
Naptown Sound
A celebration of Indy’s rich jazz legacy, Naptown Sound brings together an all-star lineup of Indiana’s top musicians. This electrifying collective delivers a hometown mix of groove, grit, and soul—bridging tradition with fresh energy. It’s the sound of Indianapolis, bold and proud.
Sunset Series
IU African Jazz Studies
From Indiana University’s world-renowned Jacobs School of Music, this student ensemble explores the roots of jazz through African traditions, improvisation, and rhythmic innovation—showcasing the future of jazz with bold, creative energy.
Sunset Series
Indianapolis Jazz Collective
The Indianapolis Jazz Collective is an all-star group of the city’s finest jazz musicians. Led by Indy Jazz Fest Artistic Director Rob Dixon, the collective often features special guest soloists and notable figures in the jazz world. They curate unique collaborations, and in the past, have included artists such as Bobby Watson, Stefon Harris, and Randy Brecker.
Sunset Series
Brandee Younger
Trailblazing harpist Brandee Younger redefines what the harp can do. Blending classical mastery with jazz, soul, and hip-hop, she’s collaborated with artists from Ravi Coltrane to Lauryn Hill. Her Grammy-nominated work weaves elegance and edge into a genre-defying experience.
Sunset Series
Gunhild Carling
Swedish jazz powerhouse Gunhild Carling is a true one-woman show—singer, dancer, multi-instrumentalist, and vintage jazz revivalist. With fiery trombone solos and Charleston flair, her shows are a whirlwind of talent and old-school swing with modern sass.
Sunset Series
Keyon Harrold
A virtuoso trumpeter and social voice of his generation, Keyon Harrold blends jazz, R&B, and hip-hop into a signature sound praised by NPR and Rolling Stone. Known for his work on Miles Ahead and collaborations with Common, Beyoncé, and Gregory Porter, he delivers raw emotion with every note.
Explore the artists, dates, and venues bringing the magic to Indy this September.
The Jazz Kitchen,
06:30pm & 09:00pm
09
Sunset Series
Kenny Garrett
Sept,
2025
Kenny Garrett
10
Sept,
Sunset Series
2025
The Jazz Kitchen,
06:30pm & 09:00pm
Charlie and the Tropicales feat. Mireya Ramos
12
Sunset Series
Sept,
2025
The Jazz Kitchen,
7:00pm & 10:30pm
The Jazz Kitchen,
5:00pm & 11:00pm
13
Sunset Series
Naptown Block Party
Sept,
2025
The Jazz Kitchen,
06:00pm
14
Sunset Series
Sept,
2025
IU African Jazz Studies
The Jazz Kitchen,
6:30pm & 9:00pm
16
Sunset Series
Indy Jazz Collective
Sept,
2025
The Jazz Kitchen,
6:00pm & 8:30pm
17
Sunset Series
Brandee Younger
Sept,
2025
The Cabaret,
08:00pm
17
Sunset Series
Gunhild Carling
Sept,
2025
The Jazz Kitchen,
7:00pm & 9:30pm
19
Sunset Series
Keyon Harrold
Sept,
2025
Everwise Amphitheater,
Gates open at 3PM
20
Grand Finale
Brian Culbertson
Sept,
2025
Everwise Amphitheater,
Gates open at 3PM
20
Grand Finale
Sept,
2025
Terence Blanchard & The E-Collective
Nicole Henry featuring Indy Jazz Fest All-Stars
20
Grand Finale
Sept,
2025
Everwise Amphitheater,
Gates open at 3PM
TICKETS
Tickets for Indy Jazz Fest 2025, including the Sunset Series and Grand Finale at Everwise Amphitheater, will be available at Ticketmaster.com.
ADVANCE TICKET SALES
Sunset Series | $25-$60
INCLUSIVE OF BOOKING FEE AND LOCAL TAXES
EVERWISE AMPHITHEATER
Grand Finale | Tickets Start at $55
INCLUSIVE OF BOOKING FEE AND LOCAL TAXES
INCLUDES ALL EVENTS SEPT 12-20
Festival Pass | $350
INCLUSIVE OF BOOKING FEE AND LOCAL TAXES
*Personal Assistant tickets available at a discounted price.
FESTIVAL DETAILS
LOCATIONS
Location is accessible and step-free.
GRAND FINALE
Sunday, Sept 20, Everwise Amphitheater
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