HawkFest is returning for another year June 12th, with a slightly different location, due to renovation work ongoing at Coleman Hawkins Park. That work is also why this year's fest is just one night.

The annual Blues and Jazz concert will take place at 7th &amp; Felix Streets, just outside the park. This year's lineup includes:

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 </figure>HawkFest is returning for another year June 12th, with a slightly different location, due to renovation work ongoing at Coleman Hawkins Park. That work is also why this year's fest is just one night.The annual Blues and Jazz concert will take place at 7th &amp; Felix Streets, just outside the park. This year's lineup includes:<ul>
 <li>5:00 PM-St. Joseph Arts Academy</li><li>5:45 PM-St. Joseph High School All-Star Jazz Band</li><li>6:30 PM-KC Jazz Academy</li><li>7:30 PM-Horacescope</li><li>8:45 PM-Urban Forum</li>
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HawkFest date set for 2026