Erie Blues and Jazz Festival

The Erie Blues and Jazz Festival, created in 1992 by John Vanco, long-time Executive Director of the Erie Art Museum (EAM), is an annual offering featuring high-quality, live blues and jazz music free to the public.

The Erie Blues & Jazz Festival has grown into one of the largest free, outdoor music festivals of its kind, showcasing diverse national, international, and regional talent all on one Mainstage.

This summer, the Festival will celebrate 32 years of providing outstanding musical performances to Erie residents and visitors.

Join us August 1-2, 2026 at Frontier Park in Erie, PA as the tradition continues!