Event/Site: Downtown Jazz in
Winston-Salem
Date:
Every other Friday, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
(Second
Friday in May - Second Friday in August, excluding
July 4th if it falls on a Friday)
Type: Downtown
Winston-Salem summer music series featuring national
and local jazz musicians, presented outdoors during
the summer months. Mini-festival atmosphere.
Location: Corpening Plaza at 1st
St. between Liberty and Cherry Streets.
Public Access: Free.
Parking: Free parking available on
the streets and in downtown parking lots. Parking
adequate for bus tours.
Special Needs Access: Venue is fully
accessible.
Signage: Signs at location, but not
en route.
Sponsor: Downtown Winston-Salem
Partnership
Web Site:
www.dwsp.org/music
Contact:
Events Director
Downtown Winston-Salem Partnership, Inc.
500 W. Fourth St., Suite 100
Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone:. 336-354-1500
E-mail:
admin@dwsp.org
Description of
Event: The series showcases national and
local acts. People of all ages bring their lawn
chairs to listen to the music. Food and drinks are
available.
History of Event:
The popular Friday night jazz event began
in 1998 as part of the city's downtown
revitalization program. The event was moved to
Corpening Plaza in 2008.
Description/History of Site: The
series takes place in the heart of downtown, and the
scene is a lively one.
Significance of Site/Event to the Community:
The event draws a large and ethnically
diverse crowd of families, singles, senior citizens,
locals and visitors. This mix creates a dynamic
community atmosphere.
