East Point hosts jazz festival at Sumner Park

Milkshake Mayfield and the Milkshake Quintet is one act that will perform Saturday at the East Point jazz festival at Sumner Park.

Milkshake Mayfield and the Milkshake Quintet is one act that will perform Saturday at the East Point jazz festival at Sumner Park.

The city of East Point will host a jazz festival at Sumner Park, 1889 Lexington Avenue, from 5 to 9 p.m. Saturday, April 27, according to a press release. Admission is free and open to the public.

This festival, organized by Councilmembers Alexander Gothard and Sharon Shropshire, showcases the talents of world-renowned jazz musicians:

  • International recording artist Reggie Hines
  • British singer, Julie Dexter
  • Trumpeter Milkshake Mayfield and the Milkshake Quintet
  • Red Shoes & Gravy
  • L'Tanya "Sugarlips" Shields.

This jazz festival provides an opportunity for residents and visitors to relax in the city parks while enjoying good music, food and the outdoors. A variety of food trucks will be onsite. Concert goers are encouraged to bring blankets and chairs. Tents, outside food and beverage or pets will not be allowed.

Information: www.eastpointcity.org