“To jazz or not to jazz, there is no question!” 

— Louis Armstrong

There certainly is no question that the desert will be the place to be for jazz February 20 - 23. The Palm Springs International Jazz Festival is thrilled to announce a spectacular line up for 2025:

Charles Lloyd, Dianne Reeves, Chucho Valdés, Arturo Sandoval, Irakere 50, Cécile McLorin Salvant, Bill Frisell, Gerald Clayton, Reuben Rogers and Lance Conrad Quartet. 

The VIP pass includes all four performances and a swanky sunset jazz party at the glamorous midcentury modern Koerner Residence, designed by architect E. Stewart Williams.

Featured Artists

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The Exciting 2025 Schedule

  • Thursday, February 20

    4:30 - 7:30 pm

    Sunset Jazz, a swanky party at the glamorous midcentury modern Koerner Residence. This historic home was designed by architect E. Stewart Williams in 1955. Indulge in hors d'oeuvres and open bar cocktails poolside.

    Lance Conrad Quartet

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  • Friday, February 21, 2025

    8:00 - 9:30 pm

    Afro-Cuban Jazz greats, pianist Chucho Valdés and trumpeter Arturo Sandoval, reunite with Irakere 50, celebrating 50 years of the legendary band that changed the course of Latin music in the 70s and 80s.
    Chucho Valdés
    Arturo Sandoval
    Irakere 50

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  • Saturday, February 22

    7:30 - 9:00 pm

    Dianne Reeves is among the pre-eminent jazz vocalists in the world. Her stunning voice and dynamic presence make this a deeply personal, intimate night of songs sung by a world-class interpreter.
    Dianne Reeves

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