31 Years | 31 Days | Atlanta
2008 Atlanta Jazz Festival in Woodruff Park
The City of Atlanta Office of Cultural Affairs will present the 31st Annual Atlanta Jazz Festival, May 24 – 26, 2008 in Woodruff Park in Atlanta, Georgia.
The move to Woodruff Park is a great happening as it affords the opportunity to celebrate Atlanta and all of its rich culture. This year’s festival will feature Atlanta based jazz artists during the 31 days in May and will culminate with family fun and music in Woodruff Park. The Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the Country's largest free jazz festivals.
According to Mayor Shirley Franklin "The festival was formed to celebrate the rich cultural heritage of our city and has blossomed into a celebration of our nation's contribution to human expression. Music heals. It reaches deep within the human soul and soothes and nourishes the empty hearted and cultivates the spirit of community that surges through the City of Atlanta. The Atlanta Jazz Festival is one of the city's proudest traditions."
We invite you to join us in Woodruff Park. Please remember a few things as you prepare for the weekend:
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Take 
Woodruff Park is anchored by two stations, Five Points and Peachtree Center Stations;
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No Grilling will be allowed; There will be plenty of food vendors to satisfy your taste;
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No Tents and No Pets will be allowed.
Official Host Hotel
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Single/Doubles: $119 per night plus tax
The Sheraton Atlanta
165 Courtland Street
Atlanta, Georgia 30303
404.659.6500
800.325.3535
www.sheratonatlantahotel.com |
Festival Artwork
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This year’s official artwork features the work of renowned artist Joe Overstreet, entitled “For Buddy Bolden” from the Storyville Series.
The Storyville Series is a collection of 18 arts of work; 17 of which will be on exhibit at City Gallery East beginning April 23rd. For more information on the exhibit, please call 404.817.6815.
Exhibition Dates
April 23 - August 1, 2008
City Gallery East
675 Ponce de Leon Avenue, NE
Atlanta, GA 30308
Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday | 10am - 5pm |
