Frequently Asked Questions

The Springfield Jazz & Blues Festival website is your one-stop shop to learn about the festival! Explore the website for stage schedules, food vendors, and the festival map.

Festival admission is free and requires no ticket for entry! This in thanks to our community sponsors who truly make this event possible.

Yes! Attendees are welcome to bring blankets and lawn chairs for the National Road Commons Park.

Yes, the Kiwanis tent, drink tent, Mother Stewarts, and the State Theater accept cash, credit, and tap as methods of payment. Other vendors may or may not accept these forms of payment.

Unauthorized vending, handbills, petitioning or solicitation is not permitted.

Yes, we strive to make the festival as accessible as possible, though the outdoor setting does present some natural limitations. Here is what you need to know: Terrain & Accessibility: Because the event is held entirely outdoors, we cannot guarantee it is 100% accessible due to uneven grass and terrain. Please use caution when moving around the grounds. Stage-to-Stage Shuttles: To help guests with mobility needs navigate the event, a dedicated golf cart shuttle is available to transport you between the different festival stages. Mother Stewart's Brewing Access: For festival events hosted at Mother Stewart's Brewing, a permanent wheelchair ramp is located at the entrance for easy access.