Jazz in the Park is a free summer concert series featuring a variety of jazz bands.  Over the years, concerts have featured Grammy-award winning artists and musicians from all over the world, including Brazil, England, Germany, Iceland, Japan, Russia and Sweden.  

2026 Summer Concert Schedule

Celebrating its 38th Season! Performances begin at 7 p.m. on Thursdays at the Gypsy Hill Park bandstand. Concerts are held rain or shine. Concessions available. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. 

July 9                      Sentimental Journey Big Band
July 16                   Michael Hawkins & The Brotherhood
July 23                   Jstop Latin Soul
July 30                   Robert Jospe Quartet
August 6               Joe Baione Vibraphone Experience
August 13            Le Hotclub
August 20            GootGenuG
August 27            Greg Moody Quartet
September 3      Sara Zhu Quartet

Click here for summer 2026 concert poster

Jazz in the Park is not hosted or sponsored by the City of Staunton. The City grants permission to private groups, such as Jazz in the Park, to use the City's public parks to host events and does so annually for private organizers of various events. For more information about Jazz in the Park, contact Lew or Lisa Morrison at 540.280.4321.