Question 1

Ticket Information

Accepted Answer

Tickets are available for $30 by clicking the link below and will also be available at the gate for $35.

Tickets include admission into the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park for the following 3 performances:
 • 1:00pm - 2:30pm:  		Fatmouth
 • 4:00pm - 5:30pm:  		Peter Lamb and the Wolves
 • 7:00pm - 8:30pm:		Sidecar Social Club

All ticket holders will receive a wristband which allows you to easily come and go from the main stage.  All sales are final.

Question 2

Where do I park?

Accepted Answer

Downtown Wilson has free on-street parking and a free parking deck.
The parking deck is located at 212 Broad St. W and is a 5 minute, 3-block walk from our main stage at the Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park.

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Question 3

Are there any volunteer opportunities?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Opportunities are available for individuals 14 and older and each volunteer receives a free ticket to our main stage performances!  Email info@wilsonjazzfest.com (info@wilsonjazzfest.com)with some information about yourself and we'll send you the sign-up sheet.

Question 4

Are there any age restrictions?

Accepted Answer

No, all humans are allowed!  No pets, please.

Question 5

Can I bring a bag into the festival?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but all bags will be searched prior to entry.

Question 6

Can I bring food or drinks into the festival?

Accepted Answer

Each guest is permitted to bring one factory sealed water bottle into the main stage area at Vollis Simpson Whirligig Park. No other outside beverages will be permitted. Alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages will be available on-site.

Outside food is allowed.  Bojangles, our main stage sponsor, is bringing a food truck and there are many great restaurants near the main stage.  Check our Eat/Drink section under More Info.

Individual clubs may not permit outside food or beverages, possibly including empty water bottles, into their shows. This is up to the discretion of each club’s management, and may vary from club to club.

Question 7

What is not permitted into the festival?

Accepted Answer

For the safety of festival guests, artists, and staff, the following items are not permitted into Wilson Jazz Festival:
 • Weapons or replicas of weapons, including pocket knives
 • Illegal substances of any kind
 • Large bags or backpacks
 • Laser pointers
 • Tents
 • Umbrellas
 • Outside food, beverages, or coolers
 • Glass containers of any kind
 • Drones of any kind
 • Skateboards, roller blades, scooters, hoverboards, bicycles
 • Hula hoops, flow toys
 • Pets, except service animals with proper identification
This list is subject to change without notice at the discretion of festival management. If you’re unsure if an item is permitted into the festival, it’s probably best to leave it at home.