25th Anniversary Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival Announces Free Family Friendly Evening Concert Featuring the US Navy Band: The Commodores
LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival, a premier Mid-Atlantic jazz event, is thrilled to announce “Jazz in the Neighborhood” feat. US Navy Band: The Commodores from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Clement’s Island Museum during this year’s four-day event.
Get ready for a summer night of smooth grooves and stunning waterfront views! Kick off the 25th anniversary of the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival with a FREE "Jazz in the Neighborhood" concert at the beautiful St. Clement's Island Museum.
Imagine warm breezes off the Potomac as you settle in with a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy incredible live music. Headlining the evening are the sensational U.S. Navy Band, The Commodores (6 pm), bringing their signature sound to the stage. Before the Commodores take over, you'll be treated to a performance by the talented St. Mary's Ryken Jazz Band (5 pm).
And that's not all! Indulge in delicious treats from a variety of vendors, including fresh seafood from the 7th District Optimist Club, cool down with ice cream from The Salted Scoop, and refresh with hand-crafted lemonade from She's Fresh Lemonade. It's the perfect way to celebrate summer and kick off a milestone festival – don't miss this unforgettable evening!
The festival continues through Sunday with lots of special events. Highlights include:
Thursday, July 10 (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.): “A Jazz at Sunset Affair on the Potomac” at Piney Point Lighthouse. Enjoy live music by Higher Standards, local wines, seafood hors d'oeuvres and dancing under the stars. Tickets are $85 per person
Friday, July 11 (4 p.m. – 8 p.m.): “Jazz in the Neighborhood” concert will take place on the museum lawn, headlined by the sensational U.S. Navy Band, The Commodores, with a special opening performance by the St. Mary’s Ryken Jazz Band. Food trucks and vendors will be on site.
Saturday, July 12 (12 p.m. – 7 p.m.): The Main Event at St. Clement’s Island Museum features performances by Casual Groove, Rebecca Jade, Andréa Lisa, and Chelsey Green. Enjoy a wide selection of seafood and Southern Maryland cuisine, shop at jazzy vendor booths, and take a free water taxi to St. Clement’s Island. Free admission to the museum is included. Tickets are $75 for general admission and $95 for VIP.
Sunday, July 13 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.): Enjoy a delightful Jazz Brunch & optional golf experience at the scenic Riverview Restaurant at Wicomico Shores Golf Course featuring live jazz music and great food. Tickets are $50 per person / $90 per couple.
Sunday, July 13 (various times during the day): Enhance your festival experience with a two-hour jazz cruise on the Potomac. Three exclusive cruises will depart from St. Clement's Island Museum, each featuring unique food, beverages, and live music by Sax Appeal. Tickets are $85 per person, with only 15 spots available per cruise
Tickets and Information
General admission, VIP tickets, tickets to all events, including the jazz cruise are available at www.PotomacJazzFest.com. Stay updated on festival details by following the event’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/SCIMuseum/events
About the Festival
Proceeds from the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival support the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums in their mission to preserve and promote St. Mary’s County’s historical sites. Major partners include the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums, the St. Mary’s County Museum Division, the St. Mary’s County Arts Council, and other partner organizations.
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LEONARDTOWN, MD – The Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival, a premier Mid-Atlantic jazz event, is thrilled to announce “Jazz in the Neighborhood” feat. US Navy Band: The Commodores from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at St. Clement’s Island Museum during this year’s four-day event.
Get ready for a summer night of smooth grooves and stunning waterfront views! Kick off the 25th anniversary of the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival with a FREE "Jazz in the Neighborhood" concert at the beautiful St. Clement's Island Museum.
Imagine warm breezes off the Potomac as you settle in with a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy incredible live music. Headlining the evening are the sensational U.S. Navy Band, The Commodores (6 pm), bringing their signature sound to the stage. Before the Commodores take over, you'll be treated to a performance by the talented St. Mary's Ryken Jazz Band (5 pm).
And that's not all! Indulge in delicious treats from a variety of vendors, including fresh seafood from the 7th District Optimist Club, cool down with ice cream from The Salted Scoop, and refresh with hand-crafted lemonade from She's Fresh Lemonade. It's the perfect way to celebrate summer and kick off a milestone festival – don't miss this unforgettable evening!
The festival continues through Sunday with lots of special events. Highlights include:
Thursday, July 10 (6 p.m. – 9 p.m.): “A Jazz at Sunset Affair on the Potomac” at Piney Point Lighthouse. Enjoy live music by Higher Standards, local wines, seafood hors d'oeuvres and dancing under the stars. Tickets are $85 per person
Friday, July 11 (4 p.m. – 8 p.m.): “Jazz in the Neighborhood” concert will take place on the museum lawn, headlined by the sensational U.S. Navy Band, The Commodores, with a special opening performance by the St. Mary’s Ryken Jazz Band. Food trucks and vendors will be on site.
Saturday, July 12 (12 p.m. – 7 p.m.): The Main Event at St. Clement’s Island Museum features performances by Casual Groove, Rebecca Jade, Andréa Lisa, and Chelsey Green. Enjoy a wide selection of seafood and Southern Maryland cuisine, shop at jazzy vendor booths, and take a free water taxi to St. Clement’s Island. Free admission to the museum is included. Tickets are $75 for general admission and $95 for VIP.
Sunday, July 13 (11 a.m. – 1 p.m.): Enjoy a delightful Jazz Brunch & optional golf experience at the scenic Riverview Restaurant at Wicomico Shores Golf Course featuring live jazz music and great food. Tickets are $50 per person / $90 per couple.
Sunday, July 13 (various times during the day): Enhance your festival experience with a two-hour jazz cruise on the Potomac. Three exclusive cruises will depart from St. Clement's Island Museum, each featuring unique food, beverages, and live music by Sax Appeal. Tickets are $85 per person, with only 15 spots available per cruise
Tickets and Information
General admission, VIP tickets, tickets to all events, including the jazz cruise are available at www.PotomacJazzFest.com. Stay updated on festival details by following the event’s Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/SCIMuseum/events
About the Festival
Proceeds from the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival support the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums in their mission to preserve and promote St. Mary’s County’s historical sites. Major partners include the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums, the St. Mary’s County Museum Division, the St. Mary’s County Arts Council, and other partner organizations.
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