VENDOR OPPORTUNITY AT WINTER JAZZ FAIR
Be part of one of Chicago’s most anticipated cultural gatherings. The Chicago Winter Jazz Fair, presented by the Jazz Institute of Chicago, draws thousands of jazz enthusiasts, artists, industry professionals, and culture seekers for a full day celebrating jazz in the heart of the city.
Held at the Chicago Cultural Center in downtown Chicago, the Winter Jazz Fair offers vendors premium visibility in a high-traffic, iconic venue that welcomes hundreds of locals and visitors daily. This is a unique opportunity to connect directly with a highly engaged jazz community while showcasing your products or services alongside live performances, panels, and activations.
Whether you’re a small business, creative entrepreneur, or community brand, the Winter Jazz Fair provides meaningful exposure and the chance to build lasting connections with a culturally invested audience.
Be Part of the Magic at Winter Jazz Fair
Want to be where the action is? Curious how a major cultural event comes to life? Join us as a Winter Jazz Fair volunteer and be part of the team that makes this celebrated Chicago event happen.
Winter Jazz Fair volunteers play a vital role in supporting the flow, energy, and experience of the day — from welcoming guests and supporting artists to helping with setup, operations, and event logistics. Whether you’re a jazz lover, an arts supporter, or someone who enjoys hands-on teamwork, there’s a role for you.
We’re looking for enthusiastic, reliable volunteers to support a variety of roles throughout the day. You can sign up for one or more shifts, depending on your availability.
Come for the community. Stay for the experience. Leave knowing you helped bring Chicago jazz to life.
Public Programs
We bring the jazz experience directly to communities through programs presented in venues throughout Chicago. 99% of our programs are free and open to the public. Our programs keep Chicago jazz musicians working by creating a wide array of performance opportunities, build bigger audiences for Chicago jazz by presenting concerts and festivals that are free and available for all and keep our community thriving.
Education Programs
Engagement in the arts encourages a lifelong application of creative thinking. The Jazz Institute of Chicago Jazz Links education programs empower an ever-growing community of teachers and students through collaboration, experiential learning, professional development and direct connections to Chicago’s rich jazz legacy.
JOIN OUR Jazz FAMILY TODAY!
As a member of The Jazz Institute of Chicago, you will receive special discounts and exclusive offers for concerts and events only available to members. You’ll have distinct opportunities to meet and engage with jazz musicians, enjoy tailored jazz news and programming, and mingle with jazz audiences who are a part of our thriving community that loves and supports jazz.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
info@jazzinchicago.org
Phone
312.427.1676