The Bill Coleman Jazz Weekend is a premier cultural event celebrating the life and legacy of Paris, Kentucky native and internationally acclaimed jazz trumpeter Bill Coleman. Presented by Hopewell Museum/Historic Paris-Bourbon County, this annual event combines world-class jazz performances, community engagement, heritage tourism, and arts education in the heart of historic downtown Paris.
Jazz & Neighbors is a hosting a free, open-air community celebration in Secretariat Park on Sunday, September 13th. This family-friendly afternoon will feature live music, food, and activities designed to bring neighbors together while celebrating the rich musical heritage Bill Coleman helped establish. We want this even to be accessible to everyone and a reflection of the welcoming spirit of our community. So pack your chairs but also be prepared to get up and boogie!
- 1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.: Friends and neighbors arrive to set up their chairs and explore downtown shops and restaurants before the music begins.
- 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.: Open air, downtown music begins with the first jazz act
- 2:30 p.m. – 2:45 p.m.: Intermission – patrons are encouraged to visit booths where they can enjoy some of downtown Paris’ finest food and shops
- 2:45 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.: Jazz music continues and raffle takes place for patrons
