1. Where does the Portland Jazz Festival take place?

    2. All over downtown Portland. Major performances are held throughout downtown Portland in concert halls and hotel ballrooms. This year there are 15 ticketed concerts and dozens of free jazz performances, as well as free jazz education and outreach programs.

  2. How do I get tickets?

    3. Tickets are available at TicketMaster outlets. Tickets for all performances are available at PCPA Box Office, 1111 SW Broadway Open 10AM–5PM, Monday through Saturday, or the Portland Jazz Festival office, 133 SW Second Ave, Suite 420, open 10AM–4PM, Monday through Friday.

  3. Can I volunteer for the festival?

    4. YES! Please visit our volunteer page for more information and to sign up!

  4. Who is performing at this year's festival?

    5. The headling performers for the 2009 festival have not been announced at this time.

  5. How much do ticket prices range from?/strong>

    6. It depends on the venue, but tickets usually are offered in three different price categories ranging from $20 to $75.

  6. Are there packages available?

    7. Yes. There are seven different packages available which give you tickets to multiple shows at a discounted price. For a list of our different packages, please refer to the TICKETS tab on our website. Packages are only available for purchase through the Portland Jazz Festival Box Office, which is open Monday through Friday, 10-4.

  7. Will tickets be available on the day of a show?

    8. If tickets are still available, they can be purchased on the day of the show. Ticket prices increase by $10 per ticket day of show.

  8. What other events will take place during the festival besides the ticketed shows?

    9. In addition to our sixteen headlining ticketed shows, there are about 75 free performances showcasing local and regional talent, student ensembles, Jazz Conversations, midnight jam sessions, and numerous educational events. For a full listing of events, please refer to our Festival Schedule.

  9. Where can I stay nearby the festival if I am coming from out of town?

    10. There are a number of downtown hotels that partner with the Jazz Festival and are within close proximity to the performance venues. Hotels can be booked online through our website, under the Accommodations tab, or at TravelPortland.

  10. I am an artist, how do I get considered for the Festival?

    11. This year’s festival is already fully booked, but if you would like to be considered for the 2009 festival, you can send a recent CD and a Press Kit to us and we will begin reviewing talent for next year’s festival in May.

  11. Why are you not selling Bela Fleck tickets?

    12. Due to contractual limitations, The Portland Jazz Festival Box Office can only sell Bela Fleck tickets as part of packages. Individual tickets are available directly through the Oregon Symphony Box Office.

  12. What is superior/prime/reserved?

    13. Superior, Prime, and Reserved are the names of the different price categories that we sell tickets in. Superior seats are the most expensive seats in each venue and generally are the best seats. However, there are no bad seats in any of our participating venues. If you buy a ticket in any of these price categories, you will have a reserved seat, except for at shows in Crystal Ballroom, where seating is general admission within each price category.

  13. What time is the box office open?

    14. The Portland Jazz Festival Box Office is open Monday through Friday from 10 AM- 4 PM. You can call us 503.228.5299/ 888.828.5299 or visit us at 133 SW Second Avenue, Suite 420.

  14. How do I become a member?

    15. You can join PDX Jazz as a member anytime, and your membership is valid for one year. There are two levels of membership; our standard membership is $50, and our Champion Membership is $145. You may sign up to be a member, in person, over the phone, or online. Access to the best seats before tickets go on sale to the public, receiving an exclusive members only publication, invitation to members only events, and special discounts are just some of the benefits members receive. For a full list of member benefits or to join, please see our Membership page.

  15. How do I make a donation to PDX Jazz/Portland Jazz Festival?

    16. You can make a tax-deductible donation to us on our website by going to the Donate link under the Membership tab, or over the phone.