9th Annual Vanport Jazz Festival – VIP Gold Package

Friday, August 7 – Saturday, August 8, 2025

Friday, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm (gates open at 4:00 pm)

Saturday, 12:00 pm - 9:00 pm (gates open at 10:30 am)

The Vanport Jazz Festival is Oregon’s largest outdoor smooth jazz festival. The festival honors the historic city of Vanport and pays homage to the voices that formed Portland's jazz community. The festival has been described as having a reunion feel or a cultural revival. We invite you to come out and enjoy the sounds of nationally renowned musicians, local artisan food, merchandise vendors, and Northwest wines and spirits.

VIP Gold Package: $315

• Includes 2-day VIP reserved seating for Friday and Saturday
• One complimentary festival drink per day
• Complimentary wine and spirit tastings on Saturday
• Complimentary food will be served in the VIP area on Friday from 4:00-5:30 pm, Saturday from 12-2 pm. and 4-6 pm
  
  

Getting There: 

Venue – The Vanport Jazz Festival is located at the University of Portland!

Parking – On-site parking is available for $20, cash only. Offsite neighborhood parking is available.

ADA – ADA parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Rideshare – We encourage all festival attendees to consider using ride-share services. Drop-off and pick-up locations are available adjacent to the festival entrance.

FAQ's:

Where are Gold Package seats?
Gold Package VIP Seats are available at the tables in the first three rows, closest to the stage. Single-day VIP seats are located in the back four rows. View all ticket options.

Gold Package is sold out, but I want VIP tickets for both days?
You must purchase two separate VIP tickets, one ticket for Friday and one ticket for Saturday. You may add both of these tickets to your cart and purchase them at one time. View all ticket options. 

Will my Gold Package seats be in the same place on both days?
Yes, VIP Gold Package seats are for the same seats on Friday and Saturday. Seats cannot be moved per day with the Gold Package tickets.

How many seats are at each table?
There are 8 seats per round table.

When do I get details on the artist meet and greet?
Meet and greets are at the discretion of each artist. You will receive details from festival staff members on the day of the event. 

Purchased tickets online but didn't receive a confirmation email?  
Email [email protected] to recover your tickets.

More questions? 

• Refer to the Vanport Jazz Festival FAQ's page
• Email [email protected] for ticketing questions

21+ | Tickets are non-refundable.