FAQ
What is the Sweet Jazz Festival?
Tracy Hamlin’s Sweet Jazz Festival is an annual two-day INDOOR event in Loudoun County, Virginia, celebrating jazz, food, and art. The 2026 festival is scheduled for April 10 and 11 at the Washington Dulles Airport Marriott. The festival features performances by internationally acclaimed jazz artists, local musicians, and SJF scholarship recipients. The 2026 lineup includes Will Downing, Karen Briggs, 280 East, PJ Spraggins, Benjie Porecki, Kayla Renee and Tracy Hamlin. Beyond music, a portion of ticket sales supports four music scholarships and donations to two local non-profit organizations.
Is Sweet Jazz Festival an annual event?
Yes, Tracy Hamlin produces one of the most fantastic music festivals!
When is the performance schedule released?
The performance schedule at the Sweet Jazz Festival will be announced on Thursday November 20, 2025, at 9 am. This website’s home page will be one of the first places to view the entire schedule.
Where do I get tickets?
Non-refundable tickets are obtained from this site. Click the “Tickets” menu at the top of this page.
How much are the tickets?
Click the “Tickets” menu at the top of this web page for non-refundable ticket pricing.
Is this an outdoor event?
No. This is an indoor event.
What is the attire?
Your choice: DRESS TO IMPRESS!
Is seating for general admission tickets at a table?
No, only VIP tickets are table seating. All other seating is assigned auditorium-style seating.
How many seats are available at the VIP tables?
4 seats per VIP table.
Can I purchase combo tickets if I want to come both nights.
No combo tickets—grab one for each day and keep the jazz rolling!
Are sponsorships refundable?
SJF depends on sponsorships to help pay for event expenses. It is our policy not to refund monies that have been sponsored to the organization.
What time do doors open?
Doors open at 6pm each night.
