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Wilson Jazz Festival Now in its fourth, the Wilson Jazz Festival continues its tradition of bringing sensational programming to the increasingly vibrant streets of Downtown Wilson.

This year's festival takes place on 10/9-10/10/26. Join us for the best weekend of the year.

The after party is still at Downtown Public House, but the rain has forced a switch. Brizzl is coming over from the main...
10/10/2026

The after party is still at Downtown Public House, but the rain has forced a switch. Brizzl is coming over from the main stage to host a jazz-inspired DJ set from 9:30 pm until close.

No Quarter! Brass Band will be rescheduled as soon as possible, so keep an eye out for updates on the After After Party!

📍 Venue change: Free Jazz Jam moves indoors!Midsouth Roofing and Construction’s Free Jazz Jam is now at Downtown Public ...
10/10/2026

📍 Venue change: Free Jazz Jam moves indoors!
Midsouth Roofing and Construction’s Free Jazz Jam is now at Downtown Public House instead of Bankers Plaza. Same time, 2–4 pm today. Bring your instrument and play alongside some of our festival performers!

🎺 Change of Plans: Our Second Line Is Moving Indoors! 🎺Our second line through the streets of downtown Wilson is getting...
10/10/2026

🎺 Change of Plans: Our Second Line Is Moving Indoors! 🎺

Our second line through the streets of downtown Wilson is getting a new home. This year, we’re bringing the parade inside the Edna Boykin Cultural Center!

When Bittersweet Brass Band wraps up their show, they’ll step right off the stage and lead everyone on a march around the theater. Same horns, same drums, same joy, just with a roof over our heads.

So bring your handkerchiefs, your umbrellas, and your best dance moves, and get ready to follow the band!

📍 Edna Boykin Cultural Center, 108 Nash St. E, Wilson

📍 LOCATION CHANGE! 📍Rain won’t stop the music! 🌧️🎷 Because of the weather, the Bojangles Main Stage and all of our headl...
10/10/2026

📍 LOCATION CHANGE! 📍

Rain won’t stop the music! 🌧️🎷 Because of the weather, the Bojangles Main Stage and all of our headlining performances are moving indoors to the Edna Boykin Cultural Center. It’s a beautiful historic theater right in the heart of downtown Wilson, at 108 Nash St.

🚗 Parking: The venue doesn’t have its own lot, but free parking is available on Tarboro, Nash, and Pine Streets, plus a free public parking deck at 206 Broad St. W, just a short walk away. ♿ Accessible parking is reserved at the corner of Nash and Tarboro Streets.

Same great headliners, same great music, just a new stage. We’ll see you downtown! 🎶

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Sallie B. Howard Jazz Ensemble will not be able to perform this year. All other Des...
10/09/2026

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Sallie B. Howard Jazz Ensemble will not be able to perform this year. All other Design Dimension Inc Free Day Parties are still on, regardless of weather! Can’t wait to see you all tomorrow!

Rain or shine, we’re going to have a wonderful time. ☀️🌧️We’re keeping a close eye on the weather and will announce by 1...
10/09/2026

Rain or shine, we’re going to have a wonderful time. ☀️🌧️

We’re keeping a close eye on the weather and will announce by 10 AM tomorrow whether the Bojangles Main Stage will stay at the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park or move indoors to the Edna Boykin Cultural Center.

Check back here for the update, and we’ll see you there! 🎶

A big jazz-hands THANK YOU to Wilson Tourism Development Authority 🎷💛Their grant and marketing support have helped us sp...
10/09/2026

A big jazz-hands THANK YOU to Wilson Tourism Development Authority 🎷💛

Their grant and marketing support have helped us spread the word far beyond Downtown Wilson and bring this year’s festival to life. From the Bojangles main stage to six free performances, the jazz jam tent, and our fourth-annual second line march, their partnership helps keep great music accessible to everyone.

Visiting for the festival? Stop by their world-class Visitors Center and meet the amazing team. They’ll help you make the most of your time in Wilson!

We can’t wait to welcome visitors from across Eastern NC, the Triangle, and beyond STARTING TONIGHT, with free performances by the Dan Davis Group at The Edge and Também at Downtown Public House🎺

🎺 Meet our 2026 Main Stage Sponsor: Bojangles! 🍗We’re so grateful to Bojangles'-Becajun for helping us keep tickets affo...
10/09/2026

🎺 Meet our 2026 Main Stage Sponsor: Bojangles! 🍗

We’re so grateful to Bojangles'-Becajun for helping us keep tickets affordable and bring this incredible lineup to the heart of Downtown Wilson. Thanks to their support, Al Strong, Sidecar Social Club, and Bittersweet Brass Band will light up the Bojangles Main Stage at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park this Saturday, October 10! It’s going to be a Bo-Very Good Time! 🥳

Their motto is “Be Cajun,” and honestly? We couldn’t have asked for a better fit. From our New Orleans–style second line to the brass ringing through downtown, this festival has a lot of Louisiana soul. 🎷✨

Thank you, Bojangles, for investing in music, community, and good times right here in Wilson. See y’all Saturday!

🎟️ Tickets at the link in bio

Hope y’all are ready to party, because No Quarter! Brass Band is bringing it! Right after Bittersweet Brass Band closes ...
10/07/2026

Hope y’all are ready to party, because No Quarter! Brass Band is bringing it! Right after Bittersweet Brass Band closes out the main stage at Whirligig Park, No Quarter! will lead our second line march at 9:15 PM to Downtown Public House for the official After Party, starting at 10 PM.

Hailing from Greenville, NC, No Quarter! Brass Band is an 8-piece group playing your favorite chart-topping hits across every genre. Their presence and contagious energy are sure to get you moving! 🎉

10/07/2026

Wilson Jazz Festival returns to downtown Oct. 9-10 with free parties, daytime performances and a ticketed Main Stage lineup at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park.

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113 Goldsboro St N
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