Festival Information

RODNEY SQUARE IN WILMINGTON

Rodney Square is located at 1000 N Market St Wilmington, Delaware. Rodney Square has been considered as the heart of downtown Wilmington since the early 20th century. The festival at Rodney Square features our mainstage, beer and wine and a number of community displays.

THE MEMORY, A LEGACY : CLIFFORD BROWN

Wilmington’s own Clifford Brown was a trumpeter, whose life tragically ended early one summer morning in 1956. The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival is Wilmington’s tribute to a great man and his legacy. This year marks the 36th Annual Clifford Brown Jazz Festival and the 67th anniversary of his passing.

WHERE TO STAY

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GETTING TO RODNEY SQUARE

BY CAR

Rodney Square located in Wilmington, DE  is about two hours south of New York and 1.5 hours from Washington, D.C. Get directions to Rodney Square in Wilmington from your location.

PARKING

There is limited on-site/street car parking available at Rodney Square. If you are unable to find parking on the street near Rodney Square, please explore one of the many affordable parking lots within walking distance of the Square.

Seating

The Rodney Square mainstage viewing area is uncovered and includes a large general seating area on both the grass and stairs of Rodney Square. Patrons may bring blankets or low-backed lawn chairs (max 30”) for lawn seating areas. No tents are allowed in lawn seating areas.

GENERAL POLICIES

All artists, set times and stages are subject to change.

Events take place rain or shine. If severe weather becomes an issue and we need to interrupt programming, announcements will be made regarding safety procedures. Programming will resume when deemed safe.

All persons, bags and personal items are subject
to inspection before or during the festival.

Any attendee that directly or indirectly interferes with the enjoyment of the festival may be asked to leave the venue and may be subject to arrest and prosecution by State/Local Authorities.

The Clifford Brown Jazz Festival encourages a smoke-free environment and asks that you respect the health of your neighbors at the festival and refrain from smoking in any area where it may affect someone else. Smoking is prohibited under all tents and inside buildings. Please find an isolated area if you must smoke, and dispose of your butts properly.

WHAT TIME DOES EVERYTHING OPEN?

Wednesday, Thursday and Friday show begins at 4:45 PM
Saturday show begins at 1 PM
FOOD vendors open at 12 noon

IS THERE CAMPING ON-SITE?

Sorry, no camping is available at Rodney Square but there are plenty of hotels not far from the festival grounds. Also, check out Visit Wilmington (link: https://www.visitwilmingtonde.com/places-to-stay/) for additional places to stay and play in Wilmington.

WHAT IS ALLOWED INTO
THE FESTIVAL GROUNDS?

  • Only one small hand held cooler (no larger than 16″ x 12″)
  • An individual blanket (Maximum size 6’ x 8′)
  • Strollers that are reasonably sized and do not obstruct the view of others
  • Low-backed chairs (under 30″) 
  • Cameras are permitted but cannot be used to reproduce the event and must not interfere with other fans’ enjoyment of the festival (AUDIO CAPTURING IS NOT ALLOWED)
  • Good attitude
  • Open mind
  • Love of music

WHAT IS PROHIBITED?

  • Alcoholic beverages, illegal substances of any kind, firearms, noise-making devices, laser pointers, knives, box cutters, tools of any kind (including Leathermen) pepper spray, mace, or any kind of item that could be used as a weapon. Beverages in plastic bottles or cans must be factory-sealed.
  • Flag poles
  • Commercial audiovisual equipment
  • Tents, chairs with roofs over 30”, umbrellas and shade structures are prohibited in lawn seating areas.
  • Beach umbrellas or beach balls (because they could end up in the bay and hurt the wildlife)
  • No chairs over 30” are allowed and no chairs under 30” are allowed in the “no chair zones.”
  • No pets

FESTIVAL PICNIC BASKET

PLACE YOUR ORDER

FOOD VENDORS

We have some great food vendors on-site.

Freshly Squeezed Lemonade by Sharron Raymond

MaAda’s Philly Style Water Ice

IG: @maadas_waterice
Website: www.adaswaterice.com

Mitch’s Mo Better Chicken

IG: @mitchsmobetterchicken
FB: Mitch’s Mo’Better
Web: www.mitchsmobetter.com

International Grill Co.

Battiato’s Ice Cream

Akwaaba Eats LLC

IG: @akwaabaeats FB: akwaabaeats

Vern’s Catering

FB: Vern’s Catering

Tommy T’s Funnel Cakes

Krys’ Soul Kreations

IG: @krys.Soul.Kreations
FB: Krys.Soul.Kreations

Hummingbird Island Cuisine

IG: @hbicuisine
FB: Hummingbird Island Cuisine
Web: www.hbicuisine.com

Omy Smoked BBQ LLC

IG: @omysmoked
FB: Omy Smoked BBQ
Web: www.omysmokedbbq.com

OFFICIAL MERCH STATIONS

Bring a piece of the Clifford Brown Jazz Festival home with you! Official Clifford Brown Jazz Festival merchandise is available for purchase under the merchandise tent. – Sell T-Shirts in Advance

Things to do in and around
Wilmington, Delaware

 https://www.visitwilmingtonde.com/things-to-do/

Places to Eat and Drink in and around Wilmington, Delaware:

 https://www.visitwilmingtonde.com/eat-drink/

PARTNERS

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.
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