Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival Announces Fantastic Lineup for 25th Anniversary Celebration
LEONARDTOWN – The Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival, a premier Mid-Atlantic jazz event, is thrilled to announce its 25th “silver anniversary” celebration, a four-day extravaganza of nationally acclaimed jazz artists, delectable Southern Maryland seafood and breathtaking Potomac River views. From July 10-13, 2025, St. Mary’s County, Maryland, will come alive with music, food and fun for jazz enthusiasts.
This award-winning festival, known for showcasing Southern Maryland’s culinary treasures alongside world-class jazz talent, has drawn nearly 1,000 attendees annually for a quarter of a century. Celebrating its silver anniversary, the 25th Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival promises an unforgettable experience.
Festival Highlights:
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.
LEONARDTOWN – The Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival, a premier Mid-Atlantic jazz event, is thrilled to announce its 25th “silver anniversary” celebration, a four-day extravaganza of nationally acclaimed jazz artists, delectable Southern Maryland seafood and breathtaking Potomac River views. From July 10-13, 2025, St. Mary’s County, Maryland, will come alive with music, food and fun for jazz enthusiasts.
This award-winning festival, known for showcasing Southern Maryland’s culinary treasures alongside world-class jazz talent, has drawn nearly 1,000 attendees annually for a quarter of a century. Celebrating its silver anniversary, the 25th Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival promises an unforgettable experience.
Festival Highlights:
- 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 (5:30 a.m. – 8 p.m.): “Artful Harmonies: A Plein Air Celebration” at St. Clement's Island Museum. Artists can capture the beauty of the museum grounds for $10 per artist. Later that evening, a free “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.
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.
