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2021 Detroit Jazz Festival Goes Virtual Due To COVID-19 Surge

The decision comes almost two weeks before activities were set to begin.

Aug. 17, 2021

(CBS DETROIT) – With the average amount of new covid-19 cases still on the rise in Michigan, Detroit’s jazz festival is moving virtual again this year.

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The decision comes almost two weeks before activities were set to begin.

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All performances will now be streamed, with no audience in attendance.

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The festival runs from Sept. 3 to Sept 6.

For more information on the festival, visit here.

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