Newport Jazz 2025 Ate With A Dream Lineup
The 2025 line-up is a blend of Jazz - Afrobeat- Hip Hop - Funk and Soul, perfect to draw old and new crowds.
No, you're not dreaming. Jorja Smith, De La Soul, The Roots, Janelle Monáe, Jacob Collier, RAYE, and Esperanza Spalding — alongside funky bands like Kokoroko and Cymande — are all part of the Newport Jazz Festival 2025 lineup. The iconic festival returns to Fort Adams State Park in Rhode Island from August 1–3 with a star-studded weekend that blends jazz legends, genre-bending stars, and infectious grooves.
Three-day passes range from $265 to $312, while single-day tickets go for $111. Don’t sleep on it — discounted tickets are currently on sale, and with this lineup, a sell-out is likely, even in these unpredictable economic times. The early buzz online is full of excitement and anticipation.
This year’s lineup strikes the perfect balance between seasoned jazz greats and rising innovators. Expect powerhouse sets from veterans like Dianne Reeves, Esperanza Spalding, Yussef Dayes, Cécile McLorin Salvant, and John Scofield. Meanwhile, those craving a dancefloor vibe will find it in Afrobeat-infused jazz ensembles like Kokoroko and the legendary Cymande.
P.S. Did you know? Both RAYE and Jorja Smith are classically trained (jazz) performers who found fame in the pop space — making their return to a jazz stage all the more exciting