Overview
Each August, the Dénia Jazz Festival fills Torrecremada Gardens with swing. In 2025 the event marks its 11th edition with four soirées—every Thursday 1, 7, 14 and 21 August—bringing together leading names in classic jazz, swing and blues in a club-style atmosphere under the stars.
1. Timeline & milestones
| Year | Edition | Highlight |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | I | Jazz returns to Dénia with concerts and masterclasses. |
| 2019 | V | “Jazz Thursdays” become a fixture and regularly sell out. |
| 2020 | VI | Reduced capacity and online streaming (COVID-19). |
| 2024 | X | Record attendance of 2,000 at a popular price point (€15). |
| 2025 | XI | International line-up: Pia Tedesco Quintet (1 Aug), David Hermlin Trio (7 Aug), A Night with Cole Porter (14 Aug) and Ronald Baker Quartet (21 Aug). |
2. The venue: Torrecremada Gardens
- Address: Passeig Ricardo Ortega 2 (main gate on C/ Germans Maristes).
- Capacity: about 400 numbered seats; free parking opposite the park and an on-site bar.
- Schedule: gates 21:00, downbeat 22:30.
- Ambience: manicured lawn, century-old pines and a sea breeze; a raised wooden stage and acoustic panels provide warm, clear sound.
3. Musical styles & typical programme
| Artistic focus | 2025 examples | Why it stands out |
|---|---|---|
| Swing & mainstream | David Hermlin Trio, Ronald Baker Quartet | Big-band spirit in compact, groove-driven line-ups. |
| Vocal jazz & cabaret | Pia Tedesco Quintet | Elegant staging and irresistible standards. |
| Themed tributes | A Night with Cole Porter | A focused journey through a great composer’s songbook. |
| Classic Jazz All Stars | Projects led by Enric Peidro | European musicians united by Mediterranean swing. |
One concert per week keeps audiences coming back and powers Dénia’s cultural pulse throughout August.
4. Tickets, prices & practical tips
| Option | 2025 price | Where to buy | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advance | €15 | Notikumi.com | No fees for the first 48 h. |
| Door | €17 | On site (if available) | 400 seats sell fast. |
Insider tips
- Bring a cushion or light throw—plastic chairs sit on a platform.
- Park before 20:30; spaces fill up due to the Friday market.
- Dine in the nearby París-Pedrera district (gourmet sandwiches) or enjoy a picnic jazz on the grass (no glass).
- For the best photo, choose the middle-left rows: perfect stage-and-palm framing.
- A light repellent helps—mosquitoes appear after evening watering.
5. Cultural impact
In just ten years the festival has grown from 250 to about 2,000 attendees, earning a place among the Valencian Community’s key jazz dates. Affordable prices and a central location democratise the genre, enliven August nights and boost local business.
Conclusion
Fragrant lawns, starry skies and a line-up that moves from swing to bop make the Dénia Jazz Festival the perfect summer soundtrack. Share this guide, add your night-time photos and attract jazz lovers and curious visitors looking for Mediterranean rhythm. See you among the pines and double-basses!
