Mead Jazz Festival

Middle School Competition: Friday, March 21, 2025
High School Competition: Saturday, March 22, 2025

The Mead Jazz Festival, one of the premier jazz events in the region, brings together outstanding middle and high school jazz ensembles for a day of exceptional performances, learning, and musical celebration. Wendy’s is proud to serve as the Presenting Sponsor as part of our We Love Band™ program—an initiative dedicated to supporting music education and celebrating student musicians.

Our Commitment Through We Love Band™

As part of our ongoing investment in local music programs, Wendy’s is honored to support the Mead Jazz Festival in several meaningful ways:

Monetary Support – Helping make this event possible and ensuring a high-quality experience for all participants.
Outstanding Musician Award – Each recipient of this honor will receive a special gift from Wendy’s in recognition of their talent and dedication.
Welcome Bags – Every participating school will receive a welcome bag, courtesy of Wendy’s.
Sweepstakes Trophy Presentation – Wendy’s will present the Sweepstakes Trophy to the top-performing ensemble, celebrating excellence in jazz performance.

Through the We Love Band™ program, Wendy’s is committed to encouraging young musicians and strengthening local music communities. We invite you to join us in celebrating the talented musicians taking the stage at this year’s Mead Jazz Festival.