Newport Jazz Festival 2025

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Dates:	Friday, August 1, 2025 - Sunday, August 3, 2025
Hours:	Hours Vary see below
In/Outdoor:	Outdoor
Cost:	$$$ see below
Category:	Fairs & Festivals

🎷 Newport Jazz Festival 2025
🗓 Dates: Friday, August 1 – Sunday, August 3, 2025
📍 Location: Fort Adams State Park, Newport, Rhode Island
🔗 Website: newportjazz.org

🎶 Event Overview
The legendary Newport Jazz Festival returns for its 71st year, promising an unforgettable weekend of music, culture, and coastal beauty.

Held at the stunning Fort Adams State Park with panoramic views of Newport Harbor and the Newport Bridge, this three-day event features world-class jazz, R&B, soul, and experimental music across four scenic stages.

Perfect for music lovers of all ages, the Newport Jazz Festival is a summer staple that blends artistic brilliance with a family-friendly atmosphere.

🌟 2025 Lineup Highlights
Enjoy an eclectic mix of established legends and rising stars in jazz and beyond, including:

Janelle Monáe
The Roots
Jacob Collier

Esperanza Spalding
De La Soul
Jorja Smith

RAYE
Willow
Terence Blanchard: Flow

Preservation Hall Jazz Band
Ron Carter Quartet
Flying Lotus
Nubya Garcia

🎵 Visit the official lineup page for the full schedule.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Why It's Great for Families
- All Ages Welcome: Kids and teens can enjoy the lively atmosphere and world-class performances in a safe, open-air environment.
- Scenic & Spacious Venue: Plenty of room to spread out a blanket, relax, and enjoy the views—ideal for families with little ones.
- Cultural Enrichment: A fun and accessible way to introduce children to a variety of musical genres and live performance energy.
- Easy Travel: Just a 90-minute drive from Greater Boston, making it a perfect weekend getaway.

🎟️ Tickets & Travel
- Ticket Options: Choose from single-day or full weekend passes, available on newportjazz.org.
- Parking Passes: Single-Day Parking: $30.90 | Three-Day Parking: $84.46
- Where to Stay: Book early—lodging in Newport (from hotels to family-friendly campgrounds) fills up fast during festival season.
- Food & Amenities: On-site food vendors and shaded areas ensure a comfortable day for all ages.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Ticket Policies Children 9 and under: Free admission with a ticketed adult (limit of two children per adult).

Note: This does not apply to Jazz Lounge tickets.

*Children 10 and over: Require a full-priced ticket.

📸 Make It a Family Memory
Whether you're dancing to the Preservation Hall Jazz Band or relaxing by the water with an ice cream in hand, the Newport Jazz Festival is a must-do for families looking to combine music, culture, and classic New England charm.

👉 Plan your visit today at newportjazz.org

HOURS

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Gates typically open around 10:00 AM, with performances starting by 11:00 AM and concluding by early evening.

COST

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Single-Day General Admission: $111.24 Single-Day Student Admission (Ages 10–25): $63.86 (Under 9 Free) Three-Day General Admission – Tier 1 (Limited): $265.74 Three-Day General Admission – Tier 2: $312.09 Three-Day Student Admission: $188.49 Three-Day Jazz Lounge Pass: $1,488.35.

WEBSITE

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newportjazz.org

LOCATION

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Fort Adams State Park, Newport, RI, 02840 map
Phone: 000-000-0000