Arkansas Jazz Festival Tickets

The Arkansas Jazz Festival is a dynamic, community-driven jazz celebration coordinated by the University of Arkansas Department of Music and the Arkansas Center for Black Music, with ongoing collaboration from the Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society. In 2025, the festival fills Northwest Arkansas with free, public performances and educational activities from April 11 to April 24. Steve Wilson serves as the 2025 artist-in-residence, guiding performances with the UARK Jazz Orchestra and other ensembles, complemented by workshops and masterclasses designed to inspire players and listeners of all ages.

Whether you’re a longtime jazz devotee or new to the scene, you’ll find a rolling schedule of concerts at multiple venues across the region, including Faulkner Performing Arts Center, Union Theater, The Music Depot in Rogers, Walton Arts Center, Thaden School in Bentonville, and other sites. This page provides a concise biography of the festival, highlights from its discography, and up-to-date information on the 2025 tour, with links to official social channels and the festival’s partner networks so you can stay in the loop.

About the festival: The Arkansas Jazz Festival builds community through high-quality performances, artist residencies, and education. It continues the legacy of the Northern Stage episode in Fayetteville (2022) and expands opportunities for local ensembles, youth programs like the Northwest Arkansas Jazz All-Stars, and partnerships with local venues and schools. Admission for all 2025 events is free and open to the public, making it easy to secure your seats and enjoy live jazz across the region.

Follow official updates from the Northwest Arkansas Jazz Society and the festival partners for schedules, artist rosters, and event details. For ongoing news, social media and community updates can be found via the NAJS platforms and local media channels.