The Orcas Island Jazz Festival is a premier event held every Labor Day weekend at the Orcas Center. The festival aims to celebrate and share jazz music with the community and visitors and to introduce this incredible art form to young audiences. Internationally renowned artists such as Pearl Django, Greta Matassa, Gail Pettis, Jovino Santos Neto, Paolo Santoro, and local legend Martin Lund are just a glimpse of the many talented artists who have graced the stage at the festival. The festival consistently showcases a diverse range of jazz styles and artists, making it a must-attend event for jazz enthusiasts.