Celebrate Music, Culture, and Community in Indy

If you haven’t experienced Indianapolis’ vibrant jazz scene, it’s time. Indy Jazz Fest, presented by Citizens Energy Group, returns from September 17-28 and is a great date night option to add to your calendar. 

This premier event, organized by the Indianapolis Jazz Foundation, promises a spectacular lineup featuring global icons like Chaka Khan, Marcus Miller, and Michael Franks, alongside a diverse array of local talents and modern jazz innovators.

Headliners and Highlights

The 2024 edition of Indy Jazz Fest boasts an impressive lineup that covers a variety of genres and generations including GRAMMY Award-winning powerhouse Chaka Khan, bass legend Marcus Miller and singer-songwriter Michael Franks.

See Performances All Around Town

Embracing its “All Around Town” model, Indy Jazz Fest offers the popular Sunset Series, featuring intimate performances at The Jazz Kitchen and The Cabaret. Highlights include Kandace Springs, Bria Skonberg, and Aymée Nuviola.

Grand Finale at Everwise Amphitheater

The festival culminates with a grand finale at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park on September 28 featuring Chaka Khan, famous for “I’m Every Woman,” and Marcus Miller, featured in Bass Player Magazine’s list of most influential jazz players of this generation.

See the Full Line Up

Tuesday, September 17 | 6:30 & 9p | The Jazz Kitchen • 5377 N College Avenue
KANDACE SPRINGS

Wednesday, September 18 | 6:30 & 9p. |The Jazz Kitchen • 5377 N College Avenue
BRIA SKONBERG

 

Thursday, September 19 | 7:30p | The Cabaret • 924 Pennsylvania Street, Suite B
AYMÉE NUVIOLA

 

Friday, September 20 |  7 & 9:30p |The Jazz Kitchen • 5377 N College Avenue
LAKECIA BENJAMIN

Saturday, September 21 | 5 & 8p  | The Cabaret • 924 Pennsylvania Street, Suite B
MALCOLM-JAMAL WARNER

Saturday, September 21 |  8p – midnight | The Jazz Kitchen • 5377 N College Avenue
NAPTOWN SOUND

 

Sunday, September 22 |  5 & 8p | The Jazz Kitchen • 5377 N College Avenue
MARQUIS HILL


Wednesday, September 25 | 6:30 & 9p |The Jazz Kitchen • 5377 N College Avenue
JJ AT 100 | INDIANAPOLIS JAZZ COLLECTIVE


INDY JAZZ FEST GRAND FINALE
Saturday, September 28 | Gates open at 3 p.m. | Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park • 801 W Washington Street

 

Where to Get Tickets

Tickets for all events, including the finale, go on sale to the general public on July 26 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster and indyjazzfest.net. 

For more information, including the complete schedule and ticket details, visit www.indyjazzfest.net. Follow Indy Jazz Fest on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes glimpses of this year’s festivities.

 

Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park, venue for Indy Jazz Fest 2024 grand finale

RELATED STORIES

Miracle Pop-Up Bar Returns to Indy for 2026

The holiday pop-up bar Miracle is returning to Indianapolis at the Exchange on Mass Ave. From November 23, guests can enjoy…

Read More

A Cozy French Holiday Menu You Can Make Days Ahead

Rich cassoulet, a punchy fennel and olive salad, and a cloud-like French dessert, all made ahead for an easy holiday dinner.

Read More

RECIPE: One-Day Cassoulet

This hearty french staple is a bit of a project recipe for home cooks; recipe writer Reba Toloday has broken it out into…

Read More



Subscribe today!

FOLLOW

about us

At Edible Indy, we celebrate you and the incredible flavors, experiences, and connections that define Indianapolis and its surrounding areas. From locally sourced ingredients to expertly crafted cocktails, we shine a spotlight on the vibrant food and drink scene right here in Central Indiana.

Whether you’re savoring a farm-to-table meal at your favorite restaurant, exploring the city’s buzzing cocktail culture, or discovering a hidden neighborhood café, we’re here to connect you to the stories, people, and places that make our region so special.

WHERE TO FIND US

CONNECT

EDIBLE INDY HQ

1020 Clinton St.
Suite 210
Noblesville, IN 46060

©2026 edible INDY. All rights reserved. PART OF THE AGM FAMILY OF BRANDS.

Privacy Preference Center