Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival

The Vancouver Wine and Jazz Festival is Aug. 23-25 in Esther Short Park, featuring internationally acclaimed jazz, blues, gospel and pop musicians, Northwest wines, fine art, food and exhibits. Hours are 3 to 10 p.m. Aug. 23, 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Aug. 24 and 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Aug. 25. Non-refundable tickets range from $30 for a one-day pass to $105 for a three-day pass. Kids age 12 and younger are free with a paid parent. Ticket are available at the gate but are discounted online at vancouverwinejazz.com/home.html.