This was my first and definitely not my last time attending the Rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival. It’s a 4 day event that draws hundreds from in and around the area and features local and national jazz musicians. The concerts were held at different venues around the city(with pricing from $ 29 to $ 72). The three concerts that we chose were all held at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center and they were: Friday night –Al Jarreau with Marc Antoine and Steve Cole, Sat 4pm– Pieces of a Dream with Eric Roberaon and Sat 10:30pm– All Star Super Show w/Brian Simpson, Boney James, Eugene Groove, Nick Colionne, Chuck Loeb, Nathan East and Eric Roberson. All of the shows were outstanding. Although Al Jarreau is getting old and can’t quite hit the notes like he used to, it was an honor seeing this jazz legend. It was a weekend of pure jazz that any enthusiast would have thoroughly enjoyed. In addition to the concerts, there was jazz being performed by local artist in the various establishments on in and around Rehoboth occuring during the early afternoon until late in the evening. The local fire station hosted an afternoon jazz band that featured a young female saxophonist that could give the likes of Boney James and Kim Waters a run for their money. It was awesome! We couldn’t come to the beach without actually going on the beach, so we strolled the boardwalk and walk out on the sand, taking in magnificent views of the Atlantic on such a wonderful, but brisk and sunny weekend. We also visited the local shops and came away with tasty nut brittle and souvenir shirts for $ 5 a pop! One thing to mention is that based on my observations, Rehoboth Beach is very animal friendly with folks walking their dogs along the streets and boardwalk and local merchants setting out water and treats! So check with the various hotels in the area for pet friendly rooms and bring your pooch along for the trip! We will be back for next year’s festival indeed.
Theresa T.
Évaluation du lieu : 5 Baltimore, MD
This yearly event is a must! Great entertainment and relax and comfortable venues. The rehoboth Beach Jazz Festival is a 4 day event with nationally known artists at various locations such as the Rehoboth Convention Center, churches and Cape Henelopen High School. Artists performing this year included Boney James, Nick Colionne, Brian Culbertson, just name a few. Each seat is a good view, however, seats at the convention center are folding chairs placed too close together. Suggestion would to select end seats at the convention center. Area bars and restaurants offer free or low cost cover charges. Parking is free during this time. The Convention Center has a parking lot which is free. Cost for the Jazz shows range from $ 60.00-$ 75.00,excluding service charges. This a event to mark on your calendars. Next year’s date is October 15 – 18,2015,
