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COMMUNITY

Fox Jazz Fest, now in it’s 28th year, takes place every Labor Day Weekend at beautiful Jefferson Park in Menasha, WI. Overlooking Lake Winnebago, each year’s festival celebrates the gathering of communities from far and wide to enjoy quality entertainment from local, regional and national jazz artists. Attendees are invited to sample delicious food and beverages from local vendors while getting to listen to the music! Click below for a list of recent vendors.

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NON-PROFIT

The festival is operated by the Jazz Corner Society, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. It has been our mission to provide the finest music experience for our beloved communities and after all these years, this gathering has remained FREE TO THE PUBLIC! But of course, we could not do that without the generous aid from our sponsors and donors. Click below for a list of recent sponsors!

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OUTREACH

In efforts to give back to the community, the festival invites exceptional, local school jazz bands to be featured on the stage both days of the festival. The Jazz Corner Society hosts an Improv Contest for select, high schoolers who demonstrate a passion for improvising on their instrument. Two selected winners get the opportunity to work with local jazz professionals in a one-on-one workshop environment and are featured on Saturday afternoon’s schedule. Sunday morning, the stage holds a clinic and workshop for all students involved in the festival and is open to the public. Click below for more information about the clinic and Improv Contest.

 

LOCATION & DIRECTIONS

Fox Jazz Fest is held at Jefferson Park in Menasha, only 15 minutes and 3 turns from Hwy 441. Located on the corner of Third Street and Komenac Street, the park features playground equipment, ​shelters and picnic tables. Parking is free and includes many handicap and motorcycle spots. You can also access the park by boat.