11th annual Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival produced by Blues to Green. The annual Springfield Jazz & Roots is a family-friendly free festival that amplifies Springfield’s rich culture, drawing thousands of visitors and serving as a catalyst for the city’s renaissance as a thriving cultural hub of the Pioneer Valley.
The festival brings diverse people of all ages together outdoors in the heart of Springfield to enjoy the rich sounds of jazz, blues, gospel, funk, Afro-Cuban jazz, salsa and more from top tier performers. Our Jazz & Justice Speaker Series, a popular feature of the festival, explores the history and cultural roots of the music, the social contexts out of which it has risen, and issues of racial and climate justice.
The Springfield Jazz & Roots Festival takes place at Stearns Square and Tower Square Park area.
Don’t let the rain deter you from coming to the festival. Grab your favorite umbrella and join us! If severe weather affects any part of the event, we will make announcements on-site, or you can check our social media for updates in real-time.
