Welcome to THE exit zero jazz FESTIVAL
Twice a year, the Exit Zero Jazz Festival takes over the historic seaside town of Cape May, transforming it into a music village that welcomes an impressive array of cultures and musical styles, including blockbuster jazz, NEA Jazz Masters, Grammy-winning legends and crowd favorites.
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More than just festivals
The Cape May Jazz Festival Foundation champions the cultivation and discovery of jazz, blues, and folk music for all. Active year round, the Foundation sponsors Artist Residencies, in-school concerts, performance opportunities for student bands on the festival stages, and the David O. Clemans Music Connects Big Band. In 2025, more than 2,000 students of all ages engaged with Music Education Outreach!
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