South Carolina Jazz Festival

Celebrate the life and legacy of jazz legend Dizzy Gillespie in his hometown of Cheraw during the South Carolina Jazz Festival.

Each fall, the festival brings live jazz to venues throughout Cheraw, filling the community with performances, arts and cultural experiences inspired by one of South Carolina’s most influential musicians. Festival programming features professional musicians alongside community and educational performances, with events taking place throughout downtown and at locations connected to Gillespie’s Cheraw roots.

Make a weekend of it and explore historic Cheraw between performances, from local restaurants and shops to the Dizzy Gillespie Homesite Park and other attractions throughout the community.

Festival locations, admission and times vary by event. Check the official South Carolina Jazz Festival schedule for complete details.