Chaka Khan, 'I'm Every Woman' singer, to headline at Indy Jazz Fest 2024

This year, Indy Jazz Fest will run from Sept. 17 to 28, featuring “I’m Every Woman” singer Chaka Khan and other jazz masters. Other headliners include the local Steve Allee Magic Hour Band and Marcus Miller.

Here's everything you need to know about the upcoming festival.

Where is Indy Jazz Fest?

Individual performances will be held at The Jazz Kitchen and The Cabaret. The Grand Finale will be held at Everwise Amphitheater at White River State Park.

When do Indy Jazz Fest tickets go on sale?

Tickets will be available at Indy Jazz Fest's website starting at 10 a.m. Friday, July 26. Individual tickets must be purchased for each performance and the finale. Prices vary by event and location.

Who’s playing at the Grand Finale?

Gates open at 3 p.m. on Sept. 28 and tickets start at $55.

Chaka Khan: Known for her song, “I’m Every Woman,” Khan has won 10 Grammy awards.

Marcus Miller: A bass player with a style that’s a combination of funk, groove and soul.

Michael Franks: A smooth jazz singer and one of the leaders of the “Quiet Storm” style of R&B music.

Steve Allee Magic Hour Band: A celebrated local group with Rob Dixon on saxophone, John Raymond on trumpet, Richard “Sleepy” Floyd on drums and Jon Wood on bass.

Chaka Khan, Marcus Miller, Michael Franks and Steve Allee will headline the 2024 Indy Jazz Fest.
Chaka Khan, Marcus Miller, Michael Franks and Steve Allee will headline the 2024 Indy Jazz Fest.

Who’s playing at the rest of Indy Jazz Fest? Performance schedule

Sept. 17

  • Kandace Springs: 6:30 and 9 p.m., $30 to $60, The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Ave.

Sept. 18

  • Bria Skonberg: 6:30 and 9 p.m., $25 to $45, The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Ave.

Sept. 19

  • Aymée Nuviola: 7:30 p.m., $35 to $75, The Cabaret, 924 Pennsylvania St., Suite B

Sept. 20

  • Lakecia Benjamin: 7 and 9:30 p.m., $35 to $65, The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Ave.

Sept. 21

  • Malcolm-Jamal Warner: 5 and 8 p.m., $35 to $75, The Cabaret, 924 Pennsylvania St., Suite B

  • Naptown Sound: 8 p.m. to midnight, tickets start at $50, The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Ave.

Sept. 22

  • Marquis Hill: 5 and 8 p.m., $20 to 40, The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Ave.

Sept. 25

  • Indianapolis Jazz Collective: 6:30 and 9 p.m., $25 to $50, The Jazz Kitchen, 5377 N College Ave.

Alex Haddon is a Pulliam Fellow. You can email her at @[email protected].

This article originally appeared on Indianapolis Star: Indy Jazz Fest 2024 lineup, schedule and ticket information