SFJAZZ Gala 2025 Honoring Don Was

Thurs, Jun 12 • 8:00 PM

SFJAZZ Center

About this event

Join us on Thursday, June 12 for the SFJAZZ Gala 2025 with Executive Artistic Director Terence Blanchard honoring legendary producer, musician, and Blue Note Records president Don Was with the SFJAZZ Lifetime Achievement Award. The Gala is SFJAZZ’s largest annual fundraiser of the year and combines an evening of world-class musical performances and elegant dining, featuring VIP receptions and an All-Star Concert. The night will culminate in a Gala After Party with a dance party featuring multiple stages of musical entertainment. Be a supporter of SFJAZZ’s artistic and education initiatives as we continue to spread jazz throughout the community and beyond.

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