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The 22nd Annual Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival
The 22nd Anniversary of the Taste of Fourth Avenue Jazz Festival will take place on Saturday, August 23rd, 2025, from 2 pm to 10 pm in the Historic Fourth Avenue Business District in Downtown Birmingham, AL. The event will be held on 4th Avenue North between 16th Street and 18th Street. The Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival is a signature celebration of music, community, and culture that honors the district’s legacy and the beauty of Birmingham’s culture through live entertainment, family fun, and the flavors of the local food scene.
The festival remains free and open to the public, thanks to the generous support of sponsors and partners. This year’s festivities will include a Health and Wellness Fair from 2 pm to 5 pm, a wide variety of local food vendors, retail booths, community resource stations, and interactive family fun zones. The entertainment lineup will feature a dynamic mix of performers, including Dee Lucas, Eric Essix, and the Birmingham Heritage Band, among others.
“This event is about more than music—it is about place, pride, and opportunity,” said Carla Youngblood, Festival Manager and Operations Director at Urban Impact. “We are proud to keep this event free for the community, while also creating space for Black-owned businesses and neighborhood entrepreneurs to grow their presence and connect with a broader audience.”
The Taste of Fourth Avenue, Incorporated is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization parented by Urban Impact, Incorporated. Its mission is rooted in celebrating the historic character of the district while creating space for local businesses, artists, restaurants, and residents to thrive. Whether you’re there for the music, the food, the culture, or the community, the Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival promises a day full of connection, celebration, and fun for the entire family.
Leading up to this year’s festival, The Taste of 4th Avenue, Inc. brought live jazz into neighborhoods across the city through its Taste of Music in Community concert series, continuing its tradition of meeting people where they are and celebrating the district’s local roots. The final event in the series, Taste of West End, will take place on August 17th and will help set the stage for the main celebration. Last year’s Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival drew one of the largest crowds in event history, and even more attendees are expected this year. With growing interest and support, the organization continues to expand the festival’s reach and impact, creating space for culture, commerce, and connections to thrive in the Historic Fourth Avenue Business District.
For more information, visit www.4thavenuejazz.org
About Urban Impact, Inc.: Urban Impact, Inc. is a 501c (3) non-profit that exists to create economic opportunity and impact for Black people, places, and businesses in Birmingham and is the community economic development agency that serves Birmingham’s historic 4th Avenue Business and Civil Rights Districts. Since 1980, Urban Impact, Inc. has committed to removing barriers for Black entrepreneurs and underserved communities. Through educational programming, financial services, and district revitalization, Urban Impact, Inc. operates as an empowerment hub for minority entrepreneurs and small business owners. For more information, visit https://www.urbanimpactbirmingham.org.
About the Taste of Fourth Avenue, Inc.: The Taste of Fourth Avenue, Inc. is a premier cultural organization dedicated to celebrating and promoting the culture of the Historic 4th Avenue Business District Downtown Birmingham, AL jazz music, and community engagement. Starting in 2003 and Incorporated in 2023, our mission is to bring together diverse audiences to experience the district’s rich vibrancy while supporting local artists and vendors. Our flagship event, the Taste of 4th Avenue Jazz Festival, showcases exceptional local and national jazz artists, fosters community spirit, and supports local small businesses within and outside the district. We are committed to enriching the cultural landscape of our community and creating memorable experiences for all who attend. For more information, visit https://www.4thavenuejazz.org. Follow us on Instagram @4thavenuejazzfestival and Facebook @4thavejazz
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