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Erie Jazz Fest 2026: Bywater Call & Lao Tizer Band to Headline
3 Jun
Summary
- Bywater Call, a soulful band from Canada, will headline the first day.
- The Lao Tizer Band, a Jazz Music Awards nominee, will headline the second.
- The 33rd annual festival takes place August 1-2 at Frontier Park.
The 33rd annual Erie Blues and Jazz Festival is set to electrify Frontier Park on August 1 and 2, 2026. Organizers Maria Gangemi and Tim Bruno revealed a dynamic lineup featuring acclaimed artists from various genres.
Headlining the opening day, August 1, is the renowned Bywater Call, a seven-piece southern soul band hailing from Toronto, Canada. Known for their powerful vocals and engaging stage presence, the band is set to deliver an unforgettable performance.
Concluding the festival on August 2, the Lao Tizer Band, a nominee for Jazz Group of the Year in 2011, will headline. The band will be showcasing their latest album, "Amplify," promising a sophisticated jazz experience.
The festival will feature a range of other talented musicians performing sets of 60 to 90 minutes throughout both days, offering a rich auditory experience for all attendees.
