About The 2009 Festival

Energizing West Oak Lane with music, art and so much more, the 6th annual West Oak Lane Jazz and Arts Festival is a three day non-stop roller coaster of family fun.

Bring a blanket or lawn chair and groove to the downbeat of world renowned and local artists from more than 500 of the region’s hippest, hottest performers.  Whatever your favorite—straight-ahead jazz, hip-swaying R&B, innovative fusion, dance floor funk or old-school soul—with four stages going non-stop, you’ll end up dancing before the weekend is through.  Even the young people might leave their hip-hop and rap behind for a time and bust a move to the genres that started it all.

As the music wafts up and down Ogontz Avenue, you can visit the Art Pavilion and never miss a note.  Drop by, and you’ll discover displays featuring the works of artists from around the country. Stay a little longer and you can mix, mingle and join in workshops led by celebrated artists.

The entertainment doesn’t end there, as you can stroll through the Market Place and look through the hand-crafted jewelry and accessories, books, music and other items.

With so much to do, you’ll need to keep your energy up, and the Food Court has just what the tastebuds ordered.  A wide assortment of vendors will serve up yummy treats, tasty fare and delicious healthy choice menus to satisfy even the most discerning diner.

It couldn’t be easier to get here. Take public transportation or drive and park near one of our free shuttle locations, providing complimentary service to and from the Festival. (Shuttle locations and schedules will be posted on this website as soon as the information is confirmed.)

And you can’t beat the price of admission. It’s free!