Jazz at the Creek 2025 at Educational Cultural Complex – South Lawn – San Diego, CA

ONLINE TICKET SALES END 1:00PM DAY OF THE EVENT

14th Annual Jazz at the Creek

Labor Day Weekend • August 30–31, 2025

South Lawn at the Historic ECC (Educational Cultural Complex)
4343 Ocean View Blvd., San Diego, CA 92113
This is a 21+ event. Gate Opens at 1:00pm

Jazz with Purpose • Music That Moves the Soul

Celebrate the power and legacy of American Jazz in an unforgettable open-air setting near the serene banks of Chollas Creek. Now in its 14th season, Jazz at the Creek offers a unique blend of music, culture, and community—supporting STEAM-based mentorship and real-world training in entertainment industry arts and technology for youth and young adults.

This year’s concert brings together a dynamic lineup of international and local talent, delivering two days of world-class performances, exceptional food, upscale vendors, and a laid-back, soulful atmosphere.

WEEKEND LINEUP

Saturday, August 30 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Headliner: Durti-Ryce ft. Duron
Also Featuring:

• Darryl Williams
• David P. Stevens

Sunday, August 31 | 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Headliner: Gerald Albright
Also Featuring:

• Rebecca Jade
• The Group Fire

Your Hosts for the Weekend:

• Kelly Cole (92.5 On-Air Personality)
• DJ Golden Voice John Phillips

TICKET OPTIONS

• General Admission:
  $50 Advance / $60 At the Door
• VIP Dinner & Concert Package (Per Person):
  $100 Advance / $150 At the Door
  Includes VIP Charcuterie & Buffet Dinner — Menu & Schedule to be posted BELOW
  Our premium services are extended for the patron that seeks a VIP experience second to none; reserve your seats!

WHY JAZZ AT THE CREEK IS DIFFERENT

• Unlike large arena shows or indoor concerts, Jazz at the Creek provides an intimate, outdoor concert experience.
• With high-quality sound, top-tier jazz artists, and a welcoming vibe, it’s the perfect way to enjoy your Labor Day Weekend.
• Great music. Delicious food. Upscale vendors. Incredible community.
  There’s nothing like it in San Diego.

HOTEL DISCOUNT – Limited Availability ONCE ANNOUNCED HERE

PARKING

• Free on-site parking at ECC
• Overflow parking available with free shuttle service
• View shuttle & lot maps below

VENDOR VILLIAGE OPENS at 1:00 PM

Enjoy a variety of merchandise, food, and informational booths in our Vendor Villiage —a vibrant hub of local flavor and creativity, including:

• Chicken Shack On Wheels (fried chicken, fish, gator, shrimp, lobster, frog legs; hot wings, hot dogs, corn, pickles, loaded fries, onion rings)
• Chubby’s Cones (Soft serve ice cream classic and waffle cones, ice cream cups, and toppings by BT Express)
• Diva’s Way (upscale women’s clothing & accessories)
• Spend Los Angeles (women’s resort wear with a concentration on tie dye and linens & accessories)
• Lenie’s Gift (handmade: shoe, travel, tote, & trash bags; car accessories; key fobs; sanitizer holders)
• Stoned Out Jewelry (women’s custom linen dresses, tops, slacks and one of a kind jewelry, hats)
• Ne-Ne’s Collectibles Boutique (hand crafted/hand painted products, multi-cultural artwork)
• John Street Jewelry (custom hand-made men & women’s fine jewelry,sculptures, artwork)

JAZZ WITH A MISSION

Your ticket supports more than just music—it fuels a movement.

We’re creating opportunity, celebrating heritage, and bringing world-class jazz to underserved communities.

• Mandate Project Impact’s STEAM Mentorship & Internship Program empowers young people through mentorship and hands-on STEAM training in entertainment industry arts and technology.
• Community Access, through subsidized tickets for pre-selected individuals and families who may not otherwise be able to attend.
• Healthy Communities, through supporting arts that enrich the lives of underserved communities, promoting unity and progressive history of African American community jazz music, and promoting Mental Health awareness and resources.

MEDIA
ALL MEDIA are required to complete this form in its entirety. A separate application must be submitted by each individual desiring to obtain credentials for this event. All credential applications will be reviewed for approval. Mandate Project Impact requires that journalists be employed by a media organization or a freelance journalist with a strong portfolio of published work to qualify for media credentials. Applicants will be notified of approval.

Jazz at the Creek is a part of Mandate Project Impact Inc. programming in collaboration with M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Records, Inc.

Stay Connected & Spread the Word

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We welcome your comments on our website or Facebook page!

Music is universal—it calms the spirit and feeds the soul. Every note we play is dedicated to our sponsors, community partners, loyal patrons, and the phenomenal artists who light up the Creek year after year.

THANK YOU TO ALL OUR SPONSORS: City of San Diego Commission for Arts & Culture, The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint, Nelly’s Kitchen, Mandate Project Impact, M.A.N.D.A.T.E. Records, GODRadio1.com, Urban League of San Diego County, San Diego College of Continuing Education, Preferred Cremation & Burial, County of San Diego