Blue Note Jazz Festival

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the second annual Blue Note Jazz Festival in Napa, CA, taking place at the picturesque Silverado Resort from July 28-30, 2023. This year’s festival is curated by five-time Grammy Award winner Robert Glasper and hosted by the internationally acclaimed and award-winning comedian Dave Chappelle, making for an incredible lineup of talent both on and off stage.

Headliners Mary J. Blige, Nas, and Chance the Rapper will take center stage, along with an eclectic mix of artists that reflect a deep appreciation for jazz. The festival celebrates the influence of jazz during the 50th anniversary of hip-hop, making for a truly unique experience.

But the music doesn’t stop when the sun goes down. Afterparties featuring an impressive lineup of DJs, including 9th Wonder, DJ Trauma, DJ Jazzy Jeff, J.Period, and DJ Pee .Wee (Anderson .Paak) will keep the party going each night.

The Silverado Resort provides the ideal backdrop for this amazing weekend of great music, food, wine, and fellowship. Nestled between 1,200 rolling acres of oak groves and vineyards, the festival’s three stages are strategically placed throughout the resort’s golf course, ensuring a memorable experience for all attendees.

And let’s not forget about the beautiful town of Napa, CA, which boasts some of the world’s best wineries and restaurants. Take advantage of the stunning surroundings and make a weekend out of it by exploring the local area.

Don’t miss your chance to attend this unique and unforgettable festival. Three-day general admission and VIP passes go on sale Friday, April 7 at 9:00 a.m. PT/12 noon ET. Pre-sale tickets are available on April 5 at 9:00 a.m. PT/12 noon ET for Blue Note subscribers. Visit bluenotejazzfestival.com for more information and to purchase tickets. See you in Napa!

2023 Blue Note Jazz Festival Lineup:

Hosted by David Chappelle

Headliners:
Mary J. Blige
Nas
Chance The Rapper

Supporting Artists:

NxWorries (Anderson .Paak & Knxwledge), Gary Clark Jr., Parliament Funkadelic ft. George Clinton, Ari Lennox, Cordae, Rakim & DJ Jazzy Jeff, Talib Kweli & Madlib, PJ Morton, Smino, Meshell Ndegeocello, Big Freedia, Bobby McFerrin, Digable Planets, Madlib (DJ Sets), Domi & JD Beck, Soulive, The Soul Rebels ft. Keyon Harrold Rapsody, Terrace Martin, BJ The Chicago Kid, Adam Blackstone, Nicholas Payton, MonoNeon, Cory Henry, Taylor McFerrin & Marcus Gilmore with Special Guest, Yussef Dayes, Ghost-Note, J.Period Kenneth Whalum, Weedie Braimah, Frédéric Yonnet and Derrick Hodge

Artist in Residence: Robert Glasper
with Special Guests De La Soul, Bilal, Lalah Hathaway + Surprise Guests

Afterparties (After festival at 11PM each night)

Friday July 28: 9th Wonder + DJ Trauma, Hosted by Big Freedia

Saturday July 29: DJ Jazzy Jeff, DJ Trauma and J.Period

Sunday July 30: DJ Pee .Wee (Anderson.Paak) All Vinyl Set and DJ Trauma