9th Annual Vanport Jazz Festival – VIP Friday

Friday, August 7, 2026

5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

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 Friday: $125

• Includes reserved VIP seating
• Meet & Greet (at the discretion of each artist)
• One complimentary festival drink
• Complimentary food available between 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
  
  

Getting There: 

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

Parking – Paid parking is available in the parking lot across from the field for $20, cash only. You can choose to park in the neighborhoods across from the University.

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 ticketing entrance.

FAQ's:

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

I want to purchase VIP seats for Saturday, too?
2-day VIP Gold Packages include VIP tickets for both days may be purchased until sold out. Once sold out, you will have to purchase Saturday VIP tickets separately. View all ticket options. 

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 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.