NEWS RELEASE
CITY OF THOROLD / NIAGARA JAZZ FESTIVAL
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Niagara Jazz Festival will be hosting MUSIC in the PARK in Battle of Beaverdams Park on Saturday, June 29 from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. This is an award-winning not-for-profit music festival dedicated to celebrating jazz and world music throughout the year with a summer festival in June.
"We are absolutely delighted to partner with the City of Thorold for our 11th annual jazz festival season with our free community event, MUSIC in the PARK. This event holds a special place in my heart and is one of my favorite summer festival experiences. Providing access to jazz and world music is important to me. Growing up in Vancouver I had the privilege of attending similar events and music festivals – sharing these music festival experiences with the greater community brings me great joy and satisfaction. With the City of Thorold hosting Blues on June 30th and Canada Day celebrations on July 1st, it's shaping up to be a truly magical weekend.
The whole Niagara Jazz Festival team and I eagerly anticipate seeing everyone on June 29th and throughout the entire weekend at Battle of Beaverdams Park." Juliet Dunn, Festival Co-Creator and Executive Artistic Producer.
The Niagara Jazz Festival will be the beginning of a three-day spectacular weekend. The festivities will continue on Sunday, June 30 with the City of Thorold’s popular Rock ‘N Blues on the Battlefield event and close with fireworks at the Canada Day celebrations on Monday, July 1. Both of these events will also take place from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. in Battle of Beaverdams Park. We hope to see everyone out to enjoy the festivities on the Canada Day weekend in the City of Thorold.
“I am thrilled to welcome the Niagara Jazz Festival to the City of Thorold, as we celebrate Canada Day Weekend. One of the most anticipated events of the summer, this partnership highlights our cultural identity and love of music. This world–class festival significantly contributes to our vibrant music community and the celebration of incredible local and international musical talent. There is something for everyone to enjoy, and I encourage you all to join us at Battle of Beaverdams Park.” Mayor Terry Ugulini, City of Thorold.
ABOUT NIAGARA JAZZ FESTIVAL
Niagara Jazz Festival is an award-winning not-for-profit music festival dedicated to celebrating jazz and world music throughout the year with a summer festival in June. Now in its 11th season, the festival aims to inspire, educate, and develop jazz audiences by combining live music with an immersive Niagara experience: food, wine, culture, and natural wonders.
Niagara Jazz Festival also hosts LIVE.LEARN.JAZZ educational events that include Master Class workshops and the popular JAZZ 4 the AGES Youth Competition keeping jazz music alive for generations to come. The Niagara Jazz Festival is supported by Presenting Sponsor TD Bank Group through the TD Ready Commitment.
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