Punch Magazine May 2025

50 PUNCHMAGAZINE.COM Featuring Jazz Greats, Dozens of Wineries, Local Cuisine and More! Saturday, May 10, 2025 NOON-5PM PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF: PORTRAITS BY SHANTI A PUNCH PROMOTION THE HALF MOON BAY DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION PRESENTS The Fourth Annual Half Moon Bay Wine & Jazz Festival Join in the festivities as the Half Moon Bay Wine & Jazz Festival returns on Saturday, May 10, from Noon to 5PM. This year, VIP ticket holders will enjoy access to the exclusive Lounge at It’s Italia restaurant, says event coordinator Colleen Henney. Wine and music lovers will enjoy performances by nationally known jazz artists, sip from a wide selection of California wineries and sample delicious local cuisine—plus there’s a craft beer and cider garden. PERFORMANCES BY LEADING LOCAL JAZZ ARTISTS Headlining the main stage is a world-class lineup of jazz musicians curated by master of ceremonies Marcus Shelby, the legendary jazz bassist, composer and educator. Don’t miss performances by Tiffany Austin Quintet: The Love Epoch, Larry Vuckovich Quintet featuring vocalist Jamie Davis and the Sundra Manning Organ Quartet featuring singer Ashling Cole. Rounding out the main stage performances are the talented youths of the San Francisco Community Music Center Teen Big Band. Local jazz bands will perform at intersections along downtown Half Moon Bay’s charming Main Street, with drum workshops held between music sets at Mac Dutra Park.

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