Kuumbwa, a Swahili word meaning “act of spontaneous creation,” is going back to their roots at the duck pond stage for their 50th anniversary. 

Celebrate 50 years of Kuumbwa Jazz with a free, family-friendly afternoon concert at San Lorenzo Park, featuring an upbeat lineup of live music, as well as local food and drink.

Guests can enjoy beer and wine selections from Woodhouse Brewing and Alfaro Family Winery, along with delicious fare from Roux Dat Cajun Creole and Pana Food Truck.

Bike Santa Cruz County will be providing a free bike valet service on-site for all attendees.

This day of feel-good music will feature an upbeat lineup of five beloved groups:

• SambaDá
• Joint Chiefs Band
• Tony Lindsay
• West Grand Brass Band
• Kuumbwa Jazz Honor Band