Musical phenomenon Gregory Porter returns for his second year as Cheltenham’s guest Artistic Curator to celebrate the 25th Cheltenham Jazz Festival. His earthy cross-pollinated brand of jazz, soul and gospel together with an incredible voice and inimitable performance style have captured hearts in the town Gregory affectionately calls his ‘home from home’. Expect some surprise guests and unique collaborations.

Henry Westons Big Top

The Henry Westons Big Top is a purpose built venue situated at the heart of Jazz in the Gardens. Constructed in the classic style of a circus big top, the arena is fully lined and offers tiered seating. High quality sound and lighting production enhance the Festival experience inside this atmospheric jazz venue. Each year, the Big Top and Jazz Arena venues play host to a vast array of acclaimed headliners and rising stars throughout the Cheltenham Jazz Festival.

The Henry Westons Big Top capacity increased by 50% to 2,000 seats in 2019, enabling more people to enjoy the most popular events and offering better sightlines to the stage.