Downtown Somerville Jazz Festival – Free Live Music, Art & Food Trucks | September 14, 2025
Experience the vibrant sounds of jazz in the heart of Downtown Somerville! On Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 12 PM to 6 PM, the streets come alive with an unforgettable celebration of live jazz, art, and gourmet food trucks—and admission is completely free.
Enjoy two stages packed with world-class jazz talent, featuring iconic pianist Greg Murphy (collaborator with Rashied Ali and John Coltrane), genre-defying percussionist Kahlil Kwame Bell, celebrated trombonist Steve Davis with vocalist Abena Koomson-Davis of the Resistance Revival Chorus, and legendary trumpeter Jon Faddis—plus a full lineup of exceptional artists.
Wander the art market, watch live painting in action, and savor a variety of food truck favorites while immersing yourself in the rhythms of jazz. Whether you’re a longtime jazz enthusiast or discovering the genre for the first time, this festival promises music, culture, and community energy for all ages.
For full details and updates, visit DowntownSomerville.org/jazz.
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