TD Halifax Jazz Festival
The TD Halifax Jazz Festival (HJF) shines a spotlight on homegrown talent with the announcement of special guest openers for three of our TD Main Stage shows, and two new performances added to its Carleton series.
Festival goers can look forward to a packed week of music on the Halifax Waterfront and across the city, with local artists joining some of the biggest names in music. These pairings bring together the global and the local in a way that only the TD Halifax Jazz Festival can.
Newly announced:
- Aquakultre will open for Adam Baldwin and the Jenny Wren on our TD Main Stage FREE Night, July 16
- JupiterReign and Kxng Wooz will open for Big Boi, July 19
- Leanne Hoffman will open for St. Vincent, July 20
- Doris Mason and the Bash Bros and the Carl Mayotte Quintet will perform July 18 at The Carleton
“We’re incredibly lucky to have this level of talent in our own backyard,” says Tenille Goodspeed, Executive Director of the Halifax Jazz Festival. “Pairing local artists with global icons is a reflection of what this festival is all about—celebrating community, showcasing excellence, and creating opportunities for our homegrown talent to take center stage.”
These local acts bring a unique vibe and undeniable energy to our Main Stage lineup, each offering a sound that perfectly complements the acclaimed headliners they will open for.
Previously Announced Shows:
TD Main Stage – Salter Lot, Halifax Waterfront
- Adam Baldwin and the Jenny Wren – FREE Night, July 16
- Iron & Wine with special guest Sarah Harmer, July 17
- The Decemberists with special guest Goldie Boutilier, July 18
- Big Boi, with special guest JupiterReign and Kxng Wooz, July 19
- St. Vincent, with special guest Leanne Hoffman, July 20
Lighthouse Arts Centre Jazz Series
- Femi Kuti & The Positive Force, July 15
- Mike Murley Trio with Renee Rosnes, July 17
- Bill Frisell Trio, July 18
- Endea Owens, July 19
The Carleton
- Christine Jensen, July 17
- Doris Mason and the Bash Bros and Carl Mayotte Quintet, July 18
- Lina Allemano Four, July 19
Ticket Information:
Tickets for all shows are available now at halifaxjazzfestival.ca.
About TD Halifax Jazz Festival:
Since 1987 the Halifax Jazz Festival, originally JazzEast Rising, has been a non-profit organization promoting music and education. Organizing the oldest summer festival in Atlantic Canada, the TD Halifax Jazz Festival also hosts diverse activities including Jazz Labs and the Creative Music Workshop, contributing to Halifax’s vibrant cultural scene. With a commitment to diversity and cultural celebration, the festival showcases talented musicians, fosters community engagement, and provides unforgettable musical experiences for all.Support for the TD Halifax Jazz Festival is provided by numerous corporate and community partners including TD Bank Group, Build Nova Scotia, and funded by the Government of Canada, Province of Nova Scotia and Halifax.