Manly Jazz Festival
What? Australia's largest community based jazz festival during the October long weekend, features over 70 free performances on six outdoor stages from noon until sundown with indoor ticketed concerts an option in the evening.
Jazz fans from across the nation and overseas converge on Sydney's prime seaside resort for a major event which is uniquely sited to accommodate vast crowds who come to enjoy the festive atmosphere over the October long weekend.
Where? Manly, Sydney, NSW
When? October long weekend
How much are the tickets? Check with site
Festival Website? http://www.manly.nsw.gov.au/manlyjazz/
Manly Council
1 Belgrave Street Manly.
PO Box 82 MANLY NSW 1655 AUSTRALIA DX 9205 Manly
Phone +61 2 9976 1500 : Fax +61 2 9976 1400 Email records@manly.nsw.gov.au
Manly Visitor Information
Centre The Forecourt, Manly Wharf
PO Box 82 MANLY 1655
Ph +61 2 9976 1430 Fax: +61 2 9976 1400 Email vic@manly.nsw.gov.au
Past Festivals? Doug Williams and The Mix Swing City Big Band , Dale Barlow Quintet Trumpet Summit) – Bob Barnard, Bob Henderson and Company, Buddy Bolden Tribute Band , Benny’s Boys – Tribute to Benny Goodman , Navy Band , Geoff Bull All Stars , Dan Barnett Quintet Erroll Buddle Quintet , James Valentine Quartet , Andrew Speight Quintet, Carol Ralph and Blue Rhythm All Stars , , Harry Sutherland Quartet , Maryville Jazz Band , Neilsen Gough , The Translators
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