Montavilla Jazz

Cross-cultural Cuban jazz meets Portland innovation! Discover vocalist Jessie Marquez y su Conjunto Cubano at Mt. Tabor Park.

Don't miss out on the best price of the season — Early Bird passes last until June 30th!

Soul can’t be manufactured, it can’t be scrutinized or over produced. Soul simply is. And your only job is to get out of it’s way.
— Lo Steele

When Lo Steele takes the stage with greaterkind at the Caldera Amphitheater at Mt. Tabor Park on Sunday, September 6th, brace yourself. Deep grooves will raise Lo's already expressive vocals and songwriting prowess to the treetops. 🍃

Act soon to catch Lo Steele with greaterkind at Early Bird pricing.




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Imagine this: Sunset at Mt. Tabor, live jazz, and good company. Get ready to embrace the rhythm of the moment together.





📷 Philip J Hatton

Save the date for July 9th!
Friends of Mt. Tabor Park's Summer Concert featuring the rhythms of the Melao de Cuba Orchestra!

We hope to see you at the Caldera Amphitheater, 6:30-8:30 pm, getting your hips warmed up for the festival with one of the Pacific Northwest's most danceable Afro-Cuban ensembles.

Behind the Scene with The Christopher Brown Quartet is back this Sunday at The 1905 from 1–4 pm!

Geared toward high school students, this monthly mash-up of clinic, jam session, and and camaraderie provides a concentrated dose of jazz education and musicianship.

Grab your seat at the link below!

📷 by Norm Eder Photography

The lineup is revealed, the village is ready, and Early Bird tickets are officially on sale!

Step into the rhythm of Montavilla Jazz Festival 2026 and experience a festival like no other, starting today. Secure your spot at the best price before June 30 and join us September 4–6 for a weekend only Portland could dream up.

Day passes start at just $25!

Or, join our crew by volunteering!