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August 2nd through August 8th

The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is Wilmington’s tribute to a great man and his legacy. 2026 marks the 39th Annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival and the 69th anniversary of his passing. This year will include live painting during performances. You won't want to miss these seven days of music!

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WEDNESDAY

celebration of black joy and friends

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THURSDAY

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vICTOR WOOTEN AND THE WOOTEN BROTHERS

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Sullivan Fortner

FRIDAY

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SATURDAY

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LILI aNEL

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cARMEN lUNDY

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MAYA BELARDO

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CLIFFORD BROWN JAZZ FESTIVAL

Each year, Wilmington, Delaware remembers a brilliant trumpet player, unforgettable composer, and dynamic entertainer whose name and legacy are celebrated at the annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival. A legend – our legend – whose work offers a moment to laugh, dance, sing, eat, love and experience the ultimate joy music brings.