Welcome to the 36th Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues.

Held across venues throughout Wangaratta, the festival brings together acclaimed artists, emerging talent and music fans. This year, the program features jazz, blues, funk, soul and global sounds performances, and the return of the National Jazz Awards.

Since 1990, the Wangaratta Festival of Jazz & Blues has become one of Australia’s most respected regional music events, helping to showcase Australian artists, support the next generation of musicians and bring visitors to north-east Victoria.

The Victorian Government is proud to back this event through our Regional Events Fund, which has supported more than 550 regional events since 2016, bringing visitors, energy and economic benefit to communities across the state.

While you’re here, explore more of Victoria’s High Country. Stop in at farm gates to try fresh local produce, hike scenic rail trails and marvel at the region’s natural mountain and valley landscapes.

I would like to thank the organisers, artists, volunteers and sponsors who have helped make this year’s festival possible, and I hope you enjoy the music, the atmosphere and your time in Wangaratta.

Natalie Suleyman

Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment