NJ & NYC's favorite latin jazz festival is back!
A two-day celebration of music will take place on the Hudson River waterfront Friday, September 5th and Saturday, September 6th. The event will feature three stages, a community zone, kids activities, food trucks, and bars.
Support the Jersey City Latin Jazz Festival
Latin Lover Package
$50.00
Includes the official festival t-shirt and 1 drink ticket.
Early Bird T-Shirt
$35.00
Pre-order your festival t-shirt
Friday, September 5
RWJBarnabas Health Plaza Stage
Exchange Place Plaza, 10 Exchange Place, Jersey City
Dave Schumacher & Cubeye
Friday, September 5
6:00 - 7:00pm
@RWJBarnabas Health Plaza Stage
CubeyeMusic.com
Alex "Apolo" Ayala & The Bámbula Project
Friday, September 5
7:00 - 8:00pm
@RWJBarnabas Health Plaza Stage
alexapoloayala.com
Circle 9 Presents:
Doug Beavers ‘Titanes del Trombón’
tribute to John ‘Dandy’ Rodriguez
Friday, September 5
8:00 - 9:30pm
@RWJBarnabas Health Plaza Stage
circle9music.com
Saturday, September 6
RWJBarnabas Health Plaza Stage
Exchange Place Plaza, 10 Exchange Place, Jersey City
John Benitez
September 6
4:00pm
@Plaza Stage
allaboutjazz.com/musicians/john-benitez/
Bobby Sanabria
September 6
6:00pm
@Plaza Stage
bobbysanabria.com
Saturday, September 6
Courtyard Stage
Exchange Place Plaza, 15 Exchange Place, Jersey City
WBGO Music for Kids Series
feat. Juanga Lakunza
September 6
3:00pm
@Courtyard Stage
Saturday, September 6
Pier Stage
J. Owen Grundy Park
Saturday, September 6
Jersey City Free Public Library Community Zone
Kids Activities from 2:00 -6:00PM
Presented by the Jersey City Free Public Library, the activities will include musical arts & crafts, bucket drum lessons, storytime, and more!
FAQ
How much does it cost?
All of our events are free!
How do I volunteer or get involved?
Join the team and help bring live music to our community!
Please fill out this form: become-a-volunteer
How do I add myself to the mailing list?
Click here to add your information to our mailing list.
What happens if it rains?
The Festival is rain or shine, and all stages are covered. However, it there is extreme weather and safety is a concern, performances will be moved to Sunday, September 7.
Can I bring children?
For the Festival, of course! There will be plenty of family fun activities in the Jersey City Free Library Community Zone.
Do you need cash?
We take credit card for tickets and merchandise on site, but some food vendors may only take cash.
Can I bring my pet?
The plaza and pier are public spaces where pets are allowed. Pets will not be permitted on the grass by the courtyard.
Please note - although we love animals, this will be a crowded and loud event with lots of people. Use discretion when considering bringing your pet. If there are any issues or complaints, you will be asked to leave.
Can I bring food and drink?
Food trucks and vendors will be available to purchase food and drinks on-site.
Can I bring my own chair?
Sure thing! Just take it with you when you leave.
HISTORY
The Jersey City Jazz Festival started with a community concert in 2013 at the Riverview Farmers Market in Jersey City Heights. The non-profit organization Riverview Jazz was formed, and in a few short years, the organization was producing up to 100 jazz events a year and all free to the public. In 2019, the yearly Riverview Festival was renamed the Jersey City Jazz Festival and drew a crowd of 30,000 attendees, making it one of the largest jazz festivals in the NYC tri-state area. Thanks to our generous donors and sponsors, we have now secured our current home, the Exchange Place waterfront, and are excited to present the most extensive Festival line-up for 2025.
WHERE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION
The Festival on Sept 5-6 is very easy to access via PATH and Hudson-Bergen Light Rail (both Exchange Place stops). NJ Transit bus and NY Waterway Ferry also drop off close to 1 Exchange Place.
PARKING
LAZ Parking supports the Jersey City Jazz Festival and has provided discounted parking at the Harborside 6 Garage located at 135 Greene Street (only 3 blocks from Exchange Place).
Follow this link to reserve your festival parking with the LAZ Parking Widget.
Please note that street parking is usually available but limited.
LODGING
Hyatt House, Hyatt Regency and the Canopy in downtown Jersey City are all hotel partners with the Jersey City Jazz Festival.
ADA Accessibility
For Sept 5-6, the pedestrian plaza and pier at 1 Exchange Place are completely accessible and one-level. Accessible bathrooms will be available on-site. In addition, there will be festival staff available to help with any additional needs you may have. For advance questions/concerns, please contact dave@riverviewjazz.org.
Festival Map
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