Free Jazz in the Park Series Brings National and Local Talent to Huntsville

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Cynthia Joiner of Cynthia Joiner Real Estate Group presents a $15,000 donation to Downtown Huntsville Inc. in support of Jazz in the Park. DHI is a nonprofit organization that promotes a vibrant and sustainable downtown through community events, marketing, planning and small-business support. From left are Kenneth Anderson, former Multicultural Affairs director and longtime Jazz in the Park supporter; Huntsville Music Officer Matt Mandrella; a Huntsville Hospital representative; Joiner; an event supporter; and Dr. Randy Barbour Jr., director of Multicultural Affairs. *(City of Huntsville)*

HUNTSVILLE, Ala. — Jazz in the Park will return to Big Spring Park Sundays in September, bringing national, regional and local musicians to Huntsville.

Presented by the Office of Multicultural Affairs, Downtown Huntsville Inc. and the Huntsville Music Office, the free series will run from 5 to 9 p.m. Sept. 6, 13, 20 and 27.

This year’s lineup represents diverse musical styles and generations.

Mayor Tommy Battle said the series brings thousands of residents together while reflecting Huntsville’s investment in the arts.

Multicultural Affairs Director Dr. Randy Barbour Jr. described jazz as an expression shaped by resilience, innovation and cultural fusion.

Cynthia Joiner of Cynthia Joiner Real Estate Group contributed $15,000 to DHI to support the concerts.

The Sept. 6 program features The BrightLight Experience, Evan Taylor and Nathan Mitchell. Richard Shaw, Cameron Sankey and Julian Vaughn perform Sept. 13.

Arkose, Patrick Lamb and Trey Calhoun perform Sept. 20 before headliner Eric Darius. Carol Albert, Jeff Ryan and Kim Scott close the series Sept. 27.

The concerts also coincide with Huntsville Music Month, a citywide celebration of a growing music ecosystem.

Huntsville Music Officer Matt Mandrella said Jazz in the Park plays an essential role in that momentum.

“Jazz in the Park strengthens Huntsville’s musical identity,” Mandrella said. “It brings top-tier talent to Big Spring Park and creates a high-quality, family-friendly experience that elevates Huntsville as a destination for live music.”

Admission is free; guests may bring chairs or blankets and enjoy food trucks.