Winter in Queensland has never looked so colourful. Jumpers and Jazz in July returns from Thursday 17 to Sunday 27 July 2025, bringing with it a joyful blend of music, art, food, yarn, and community spirit.
What began as a creative idea to liven up the CBD has grown into one of Queensland’s most loved regional festivals — and the perfect excuse for a winter road trip.
Spanning 10 days, nine communities, and over 220 individual event experiences, Jumpers and Jazz transforms the Southern Downs into a celebration of connection, creativity and good times — with everything from jazz and tree jumpers to artisan markets and food truck feasts.
The festival is known for its one-of-a-kind charm:
● Warwick Art Gallery Tree jumper installations lining the CBD with whimsical, handmade yarn art
● Markets, pop-up bars, artisan stalls and food trucks energising public spaces
● Live jazz performances, from laid-back swing to upbeat New Orleans-style
● Creative workshops, roaming performers, art trails and interactive displays
● Family-friendly moments by day and boutique, ticketed experiences by night Signature Events Include:
● Jumpin’ Jazz Laneway Party – Friday 19 July = Featuring two BIG BAND festival favourites: UQ Big Band and Well Swung Daddies
● Grand Automobile Display – Sunday 20 July -A static showcase of veteran, vintage and classic vehicles throughout the CBD and Leslie Park
● Saturday Stroll n Swing – Saturday 26 July A free, open-air celebration with music, food Emergency Services Heroes display, Jazzy Kids Arena, Celebration of local flavours marketplace
● Saturday Jazz Arena – Saturday 26 July -A ticketed alfresco concert with boutique food vendors, licensed bars and performances
● Local Flavours Long Lunch – Saturday 26 July tantalise your tastebuds with a true paddock to plate experience
● Twilight Jazz ‘n’ Blues in the Park – Saturday 26 July -The feel-good twilight event with high-energy jazz, food and dancing under the stars
● Picnic in the Park Jazz Arena and Potters Markets – Sunday 27 July
Whether you’re a jazz lover, art enthusiast, car fanatic, or someone who just enjoys fresh country air, and a great atmosphere — Jumpers and Jazz in July offers something for everyone.
The creativity is contagious, the yarn is colourful, and the country hospitality? It warms you to the core.
