A Free 2 Day Festival
Saturday & Sunday, July 5 & 6, 2025
10 am – 6pm
Presented by The Fillmore Merchants Association
Made Possible by Avenue Greenlight
2025 Festival photos
Photographer Lynn Friedman captured the 2025 festival (also 2024 and 2023), the photos are here.
Blending Art and Soul in San Francisco’s Most Iconic Neighborhood
From sunrise to sunset, the streets come alive with the rhythm of live music on multiple stages, captivating art, and the flavors of gourmet food and beverages. This vibrant event invites everyone—from residents and community groups to sponsors, local businesses, exhibitors, and food vendors—to take part in a full day of culture, creativity, and connection.
Photos
News and Press
Press Release – July 9, 2025
The Fillmore Jazz Fest was nearly cancelled this year, but a large donation from Avenue Greenlight saved this historic San Francisco event.
From ABC: Thousands show up to almost-canceled SF’s Fillmore Jazz Festival
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- Thousands of music lovers packed the streets Saturday for San Francisco's iconic Fillmore Jazz Festival.
From CBS: Thousands pack San Francisco streets for Fillmore Jazz Festival despite its uncertain future
But it almost didn't happen this year. In April, organizers announced that the event would be canceled for financial reasons, only to be saved by an unnamed donor. But the future of the event may still be in doubt, and the biggest obstacle could be the city itself.
Credits
Executive Producer: Karen Lile Productions
We want to thank Jason Olaine – our Musical Director – for his continued support for many years!
Jones Memorial Music Director: Ricardo Scales
Calvary Presbyterian Music Director: Karen Lile
Private Group Transportation
In need of group transportation to the Festival? Our partners at CharterUP offer services in San Jose, San Francisco, and most major cities.
The Fillmore Jazz Festival is a smoke-free event pursuant to SF Health Code Article 19L.
Press/Media
New Fillmore 2024 Preview Article
Media: Check in at INFO booth at Bush & Fillmore
Fillmore Jazz Festival 2023
Photo Credit: Lynn Friedman
Photos from Fillmore Art Walk 2022
Photo Credit: Lynn Friedman
Photos from Art & Jazz on Fillmore 2022
Photo Credit: Lynn Friedman
Questions?
If you have any event related questions, reach out to Fillmore Merchants Association
This Year’s Theme
Lift Every Voice
The 2025 Fillmore Jazz Festival’s theme, “Lift Every Voice,” draws inspiration from the hymn often called the Black national anthem. Originally written as a poem in 1900 by James Weldon Johnson and set to music by his brother J. Rosamond Johnson, “Lift Every Voice and Sing” was first performed by schoolchildren in celebration of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. Over time, it became a rallying cry during the Civil Rights Movement and remains a powerful symbol of Black pride, perseverance, and hope.
