Join us on October 4th for the opening night of the first annual San Diego Tijuana International Jazz Festival.
The festival celebrates our region’s binational jazz history; from Jelly Roll Morton’s 1920s roots in Tijuana, to the origin of rock icon Carlos Santana, and so much more.

This visionary event channels a cultural legacy reaching back 100 years by bringing together international, national, and regional artists to perform at three unique venues.

October 4th’s stellar lineup features acclaimed artists:

Cindy Blackman Santana: Jazz fusion drum master – known from the bands of Carlos Santana and Lenny Kravitz – makes her long-overdue San Diego debut as the leader of her powerhouse quintet

Magos Herrera “Aire” – Acclaimed Mexico City vocalist Magos Herrera with her NYC-based quartet, joined by San Diego’s Hausmann String Quartet, in a soaring celebration of Latin classics and originals

Gilbert Castellanos – San Diego Jazz Hero leads an all-star ensemble in a high-energy program of Latin and mainstream jazz classics

Gerald Clayton – One of this generation’s acknowledged jazz piano greats presents the premiere of his own special tribute to original jazz composer, Jelly Roll Morton

About the venue – The California Center for the Arts Concert Hall is a state-of-the-art venue renowned for its acoustics, hosting an array of captivating performances that enchant audiences from all walks of life.

Be a part of making jazz history and join us for this once in a lifetime event!

Tickets available now — $42 – $118.80 including service charges. No fees if purchased at the CCAE Box Office in person.

The three-day festival is running from October 4-6.

Information for the entire weekend can be found at SDTJJAZZ.ORG

Event runs 6:30pm – 10:00pm (Doors open at 5:45)

VIP Ticket Option available for $49 additional in Orchestra Section. Includes admission to the Festival’s 2 other venues in Tijuana and San Diego on October 5 & 6.