
35th Annual Suncoast Jazz Festival
Nov 21-23, 2025
AT THE BEACH ON THE GULF OF MEXICO
Clearwater, FL
INDOORS AT SHERATON SAND KEY RESORT
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The Sheraton Sand Key Resort is offering a special jazz rate and now taking reservations for Festival 2025.
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Music
All Weekend – Day and Night
Big Easy-Flavored Early Jazz
American Songbook
Modern Acoustic Jazz
Swing · Brazilian · Blues
even a touch of Rockabilly and Gospel
2025 Lineup
Join Us on the Shores of the Gulf of Mexico
A music experience not to be missed. Enjoy three days in beautiful Sand Key for some of the best, live performers from across the nation and around the world.
Headliners
Tuba Skinny
NEW ORLEANS TRADITIONAL JAZZ
For over a decade Tuba Skinny has grown steadily in popularity, releasing twelve albums and touring all over the world. They’ve attracted a wide variety of fans- young and old, neophytes and niche-enthusiasts- with the strength of their musicianship and the scope of their jazz and American roots music catalog.
Wycliffe Gordon
SOULFUL TONE AND UNMATCHED SIGNATURE SOUND
Trombonist Wycliffe Gordon is one of the top jazz trombonists working today.
His jaw-dropping technique shows a mastery of not just the traditional trombone "slide and plunge," but he can also make his horn sing, scat, and cry like almost no one before him.
Diego Figueiredo
VIRTUOUS, MODERN, and INNOVATIVE
GRAMMY AWARDS nominated guitarist Diego Figueiredo is a virtuoso with an infectious, joyful feeling that will leave you amazed and happy. Don't miss this opportunity to discover this incredible artist.
Diego Figueiredo is an extraordinary star among the world's greatest jazz guitarists. His superb technique, timing and imagination have made him one of the hottest international names right now. He has very unique skills and his concert have been a great success in more than 60 countries around the world.
Jason Marsalis
ENGAGED, TUNEFUL, and GOOD HUMORED
Drummer and vibraphonist Jason Marsalis is the youngest of four Marsalis siblings who are all accomplished musicians (Wynton, Branford, and Delfeayo).
With each passing year Jason Marsalis continues to grow and develop as both a composer and performer. With a fire in his heart and a passion for the music, his will to swing has never been more resolute. The maturity and the command he possesses over his music is clearly evident to those who have heard or seen him.
Ken Peplowski
STUNNINGLY ENHANCES the EMOTIONAL CORE
“What’s in the future? “Who knows? I love all kinds of music, andI’d like to find more opportunities to bridge the gaps between different musical styles – I consider myself an interpreter of material – if something interests me, I try to put my own spin on it, without thinking or worrying about playing in any particular style. Basically, I like a challenge, I’m a sucker for a good melody, and I love playing for audiences, big or small.”
Returning Favorites
• Professor Cunningham and His Old School
• Dave Bennett Quartet
• Tom Rigney and Flambeau
• St. Louis Stompers
• Chuck Redd
• Ehud Asherie
• Jonathan Russell
• Bakey and Betty
Local Talent
• The Legendary John Lamb
• James Suggs
• Bryan J. Hughes and the Crew
• Don Mopsick
• Nate Najar
• Daniela Soledade
• Heather Thorn
• Eddie Metz
• Carl Amundson
• Simon Lasky Trio
• Theo Valentin
• La Lucha
• Bob Price
• Paul Wilborn and Eugenie Bondurant
• Jazz Phools
• Al Downing All-Stars
• Naples Jazz Society Jazz Band
And Many, Many More TBA
Lineup subject to change.

2025 STUDENT COMPETITION
Competition criteria, eligibility, submission, benefit, and prize information now available. Submissions open September 1 - October 15, 2025.
CONGRATULATIONS 2024 STUDENT WINNERS
1st Place
Trevor Ball & Thomas Mendez
2nd Place
Ethan Miller, Luc NeJame, Dereck Torres-Velez, Omar Maldonado, Russell Distelhurst

Bring your umbrellas, boas, fun and fancy hats, and dancin’ feet for the official Festival Kick Off!
New Orleans Parasol Parade
Friday, Nov 21 - 11am, Poolside
Live Music
Performers TBA

Swing the night away to live music by several of your favorite bands!
Put on your dancin’ shoes!
Friday Swing Dance
Friday, Nov 21 - 6pm
Live Music till Midnight
Bigger ballroom + bigger dance floor = BIG FUN!
Included with Friday, Friday after 6pm, and Weekend Tickets
Performers TBD

Venue Hotel and Accommodations
Event Ticketing and Check-in at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort.
Event venue located at the Sheraton Sand Key Resort.
Book your rooms early. Limited rooms at the Jazz Rate.
Sheraton Sand Key Resort
Sponsor Hotel with 3 Venues
Marriott Suites on Sand Key
Nearby Lodging
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
Nearby Lodging on the Gulf