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IT’S FESTIVAL TIME: WANGARATTA FESTIVAL OF JAZZ AND BLUES CHAIR ANDREW NUNN (FRONT), WITH AROMA DELI’S KELLY KAUR, SPONSOR CHARMAINE HALL FROM UNBOUND FINANCIAL, AND EMILY SCOTT FROM WATERMARC, ARE LOOKING FORWARD TO THE STAGING OF THE 35TH FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND. PHOTO: SIMONE KERWIN
WANGARATTA FESTIVAL OF JAZZ AND BLUES IS BACK FOR 35TH EVENT BY SIMONE KERWIN
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A new, more visible hub in the grounds of Holy Trinity Cathedral will create a vibrant atmosphere for the 35th Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues, which kicks off this evening. Featuring a free community stage in front of the cathedral, stalls showcasing local food and wine and manned by 15 local businesses, as well as kids’ activities including a jumping castle, the hub is set to develop the festive feel around the rejuvenated annual event. An opening party will be held nearby at The Railyard this evening, and ticketed events on the festival program for Saturday and Sunday are all within easy walking distance of the cathedral, adding to the relaxed, feelgood vibe for which the event is renowned. Shows will be happening at The Railyard, Wangaratta Performing Arts and Convention Centre, Old Baptist Church, and at the GOTAFE Auditorium, where the 2025 National Jazz Award - this year focused on brass - will be contested on Saturday from 11am. The always-popular jazz mass will be held inside Holy Trinity Cathedral on Sunday from 10am. There are also shows at Old Faithfulls Brew Bar, and The Vine Hotel, while the Tarra Blues Fest will compliment the Wangaratta festival over its two-day program at Tarrawingee’s Plough Inn, and a Big Record Fair at the Wangaratta Club from 10am on Saturday and Sunday will also delight music-lovers.
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2025 Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues program and map https://wangjazzblues.com.au/ 2025-wangaratta-festival-of-jazz-and-blues-map/
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