Clermont's Art and Jazz Festival drew Keiko Matsui and Ghost-Note to Waterfront Park April 18-19, 2026. 2027 dates are not out yet; tickets were $10 a day.
Last checked Oct. 8, 2026. This page is updated each year. Facts come from the City of Clermont’s festival page. City Hall: 352-394-4081.
The 2027 dates have not been announced. The City of Clermont held its first Art and Jazz Festival on Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19, 2026, at Waterfront Park on Lake Minneola, and says on its festival page that it is “already looking ahead” and will post updates and dates for next year’s festival there. Vendor applications for 2027 are also still to come. This page shows the 2026 details until the city publishes the new ones.
At a glance (2026 festival)
- When: April 18-19, 2026, 3 to 9 p.m. each day
- Where: Waterfront Park, 330 3rd St., on Lake Minneola
- Tickets: $10 a day, $15 both days; premium seating $40 a day, $75 both days
- Parking: free, downtown lots and a shuttle from Hiawatha Preserve
- 2027: dates not announced; check the city’s page
Who played in 2026
The city booked eight acts over two evenings, four a day:
| Day | Time | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Sat. April 18 | 3 to 4 p.m. | Eighth Note Collective |
| Sat. April 18 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Barbara King |
| Sat. April 18 | 6 to 7:15 p.m. | Walter Beasley |
| Sat. April 18 | 7:45 to 9 p.m. | Ghost-Note |
| Sun. April 19 | 3 to 4 p.m. | Craig Crawford |
| Sun. April 19 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. | Fernando Ferrarone Jazz Quartet |
| Sun. April 19 | 6 to 7:15 p.m. | Kim Scott |
| Sun. April 19 | 7:45 to 9 p.m. | Keiko Matsui |
Craig Crawford is a Clermont resident, the city notes. Beside the music, the festival had an art marketplace with local and regional artists, plus food vendors. The city counted 72 vendors in 2026: 34 food, 22 art and 16 merchandise.
Tickets
The 2026 prices, sold online in advance, were:
- General admission: $10 a day, $15 for both days
- Premium seating: $40 a day, $75 for both days, general admission included
Parking and getting there
The city listed free parking at:
- Waterfront Park
- Fourth Street and Carroll lot
- Fifth Street and Carroll lot
- Seventh Street lots between Montrose Street and Minneola Avenue, and between Minneola and Osceola
- Osceola Street lot between Seventh Street and West Avenue
- Seventh Street and DeSoto Street lot
- Aurelia M. Cole Academy, Clermont City Center and Clermont City Hall
- West Beach and West Park
- Hiawatha Preserve, with a free shuttle
The lakefront trail stays open during festival hours, the city says.
What to know before you go
- Rain or shine. The festival goes ahead in the rain; the performance schedule may change in bad weather.
- Chairs: lawn chairs and umbrellas are welcome. Canopies and tents are not, because they block other people’s view.
- Food and drink: no outside food, drinks or coolers; water is allowed. Food is sold on site, and alcohol is sold at the festival, but no outside alcohol is permitted.
- Pets: well-behaved pets and service animals are welcome on a 6-foot leash.
- Families: the city bills it as an event for all ages.
- Vendors: 2026 fees were $400 for food vendors, $200 for artists and $250 for merchandise, plus taxes and fees, for both days. Watch the city’s page for 2027 applications.
More music in Clermont
For live music the rest of the year, see live music and nightlife. The city’s other big night at Waterfront Park is Sips and Salsa each September, and the Christmas parade and tree lighting open the holiday season downtown.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Clermont Art and Jazz Festival 2027?
The City of Clermont has not announced 2027 dates. The first festival was Saturday and Sunday, April 18-19, 2026, from 3 to 9 p.m. each day at Waterfront Park.
How much are tickets to the Clermont Art and Jazz Festival?
In 2026 general admission was $10 a day or $15 for both days. Premium seating was $40 a day or $75 for both days, general admission included. Tickets were sold online in advance.
Where do I park for the Clermont Art and Jazz Festival?
The city listed free parking at Waterfront Park and a dozen downtown lots, plus Hiawatha Preserve with a free shuttle.
Can I bring a chair or my dog to the Art and Jazz Festival?
Yes to lawn chairs and umbrellas, no to canopies and tents. Well-behaved pets were allowed on a 6-foot leash. Outside food, drinks and coolers were not, though water was.
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