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

Hotels

The Sheraton Sand Key Resort is offering a special jazz rate and now taking reservations for Festival 2025.

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Live music

Music

All Weekend – Day and Night

Heather Thorn and Dave Bennett

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

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.

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Wycliffe Gordon Performs

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 performs

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 with Ernie from Sesame Street

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.

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Ken Peplowski performs

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

• 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

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Ehud Asherie
Bakey and Betty
Johnathan Russell

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

La Lucha

• 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

Daniela Soledade and Nate Najar

And Many, Many More TBA

Lineup subject to change.

Student Competition

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

NOLA-style Parasol Parade

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

Friday Swing Dance

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 overlooking pool and beach access

Sheraton Sand Key Resort

Sponsor Hotel with 3 Venues

Outdoor dining overlooking the Gulf of Mexico at  Clearwater Beach Marriott Suites on Sand Key

Marriott Suites on Sand Key

Nearby Lodging

Beach at Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Clearwater Beach

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites

Nearby Lodging on the Gulf