Festival Information

Find answers to common questions about volunteering, park rules, weather policies, and how to provide feedback for the festival. All the essential information you need for a great festival experience, all in one place.

Park Guidelines

Review the rules for a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone at Forsyth Park.

Guidelines

Weather Policy

Details on our extreme weather procedures to keep everyone safe during the event.

Policy

Festival Survey

Share your feedback to help us improve the festival for next year.

Survey

Festival Map & Logistics

Parking & Road Closures

Please note the following road closures and parking information for the duration of the festival.

Road Closures

Gaston Street: Closed from Friday, Sep 26th (12 PM) to Sunday, Sep 28th (11 PM).
Drayton Street: Northbound lane closed near the park from Saturday to Sunday.

Parking Areas

Recommended parking at the Liberty Street Parking Garage.
Limited street parking available, please check local signage.

Volunteer at the Festival

Be part of the team that makes it all happen. Get a behind-the-scenes look at the festival, receive an exclusive volunteer t-shirt, and meet fellow jazz lovers from the community.

Volunteer

Why Volunteer?

Be part of the team that makes it all happen.
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the festival.
Receive an exclusive volunteer t-shirt.
Meet fellow jazz lovers from the community.

We Love Our Park

Help us keep Forsyth Park beautiful and safe for everyone. Please follow these guidelines during the festival.

Designated Tent Areas

Tents, canopies, and large umbrellas are restricted to designated areas only.

No Glass Containers

No glass containers are permitted in the park.

Keep Park Clean

Please use the provided receptacles to dispose of trash.

No Outside Alcohol

Outside alcohol is not permitted. Beverages will be available for purchase.

Pets on Leash

Pets must be on a leash at all times.

Weather Policy

The festival is a rain or shine event. However, in cases of extreme weather such as lightning, high winds, or flooding, performances may be delayed or canceled. Please check our social media channels for real-time updates. In the event of a venue change, we will relocate to our partner indoor location.

Good Weather

Forsyth Park (Outdoor)

Extreme Weather

Civic Center (Indoor)