The Duck Jazz Festival Presented by PNC takes place in the Town of Duck annually on Columbus Day weekend.

The 2023 event will begin with a Concert on the Green style event, Saturday, October 7, 2023 from 4 – 6 p.m. Return to the park on Sunday, October 8, 2023, to enjoy a full day of music during this free, non-ticketed festival showcasing national, regional and local jazz musicians on two stages. Gates open at 10:00 a.m. with live music starting at 11:00 a.m. and food and soft drinks available for purchase from Duck eateries.

-Chairs are available for rent on-site from Ocean Atlantic Rentals.

-The festival takes place rain or shine.

-Attendees are invited to bring food, coolers, chairs, blankets, and well-behaved dogs.

-The Duck Town Park is smoke-free.

-Please no umbrellas or tents during the Duck Jazz Festival. This allows all attendees an unobstructed view.

-Videotaping of the performances is prohibited.

-Plastic, aluminum, and glass recycling are available onsite. However, for the safety of our volunteers, please consider taking your glass home with you to recycle.

This year jazz-related events leading up to the main event include Michael Hawkins and The Brotherhood and a Live Jam at the Bluepoint. Live music and special activities will be taking place around town at Duck businesses.

Schedule of Events:

Saturday, October 7, 2023

TOWN GREEN

4:00 PM: Michael Hawkins and The Brotherhood
7:30 PM: LIVE JAM AT THE BLUE POINT

Sunday, October 8, 2023

TOWN GREEN

11:00 AM: The Hot Lanes with Bobby Jasinski
1:10 PM: Greg Duncan Organ Quartet
3:25 PM: The Funky Knuckles
5:25 PM: John Brown and The Little Big Band

AMPHITHEATER

12:10 PM: First Flight High School Honors Jazz Band
2:20 PM: Jazz is Led
4:30 PM: Brass Queens

Date: October 7-8, 2023

Location: Duck Town Park - 1200 Duck Road, Duck, NC  27949

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