Free Jazz Concerts Announced Across Philadelphia, Dallas, Interlochen for Fall 2025

Multiple cities across the U.S. are offering free or accessible live jazz and classical music concerts this fall to foster community engagement and celebrate musical heritage. Interlochen Arts Academy in Michigan is providing complimentary tickets for select concerts in October, featuring jazz ensembles like the Jazz Combo and Popular Music Ensemble. Philadelphia's Jazz Sanctuary nonprofit is hosting a series of free jazz concerts throughout September at various community and sacred venues, leading up to its 15th anniversary in 2026. Dallas is presenting free jazz performances in its City Park, including shows by the Rob Holbert Group, as part of the Dallas Live in the Park Music Series aimed at bringing communities together. Additionally, Johnson City Symphony Orchestra in Tennessee has launched ticket sales for its 2025-2026 season themed "The Season of Us: Celebrating the Appalachian Highlands," including events honoring military and first responders, family-friendly activities, and seasonal performances. These initiatives highlight a nationwide trend of using live music events to create joyful, inclusive cultural experiences.