ENTERTAINMENT
2025 MEMORIAL PARK ENTERTAINMENT
STELLA ARTOIS STAGE
Friday
Friday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Kelly Doyle is a boundary-pushing guitarist from Houston, Texas, known for seamlessly blending jazz, country and avant-garde influences into a singular sound. Rooted in Houston’s rich and diverse musical landscape, Doyle continues to push the boundaries of guitar-driven compositions, bringing his unique style to collaborations with a wide array of artists. Whether on stage or in the studio, he remains dedicated to expanding the possibilities of the instrument and challenging conventional musical norms.
Friday 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Hiram is a Mexican born producer/DJ based out of Houston, TX. His high energy performances blur lines between global dance rhythms and pop music.
Friday 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Saxophonist and vocalist David Caceres is easily the most sought-after jazz musician in Houston, TX. Spanning his impressive career he has become a veritable Texas Tradition juggling an incredible performance, recording, and teaching career, having 4 CDs under his belt.
Saturday
Saturday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm The student bands of Westbury High School bring both original music and traditional mariachi music to the festival.
Saturday 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Aurum Son is a genre-fluid musical ensemble from Houston, Tx. Drawing inspiration from free jazz and global folk, they seamlessly weave through sound exploration, taking their audience along with them.
Saturday 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm The Crusaders Experience is a group of professional musicians celebrating the music of Houston jazz legends whose shoulders we stand on. All of us are accomplished individually but we come together to pour into our audiences what’s been poured into us.
Sunday
Sunday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Country meets Rock meets alt, meets grit. Heather Rayleen brings raw, infectious power to every stage. Texas born and raised, multi instrumentalist, armed with a voice that’s equal parts smoke and soul.
Sunday 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm The Jazz Houston Youth Orchestra (JHYO) is a premier audition-only ensemble of 22 outstanding high school musicians from across Greater Houston. Founded in 2021, the orchestra provides young jazz artists with transformative opportunities under the direction of acclaimed saxophonist/vocalist David Caceres and trumpeter James Williams.
Sunday 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Houston-based band Shame On Me offers a unique blend of soulful rockabilly. Their live performances—featuring twangy guitars and powerful vocals—have gained them a loyal following in the Texas music scene.
ROAMING ENTERTAINMENT
Capoeira Drums & Dance
Saturday 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Sunday 12:00pm Community percussion band playing samba reggae based in Houston.
Hula Hoop Show & Games
Saturday 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Hula hoop dancers will be at various stages for spectacular shows. Catch them in the Active Imagination Zone to play games and learn cool hoop tricks!
Stilt Walkers
Saturday & Sunday Keep your eyes peeled for awesome stilt walkers strolling through the festival & don't miss your chance to snap a pic with them!
ACTIVE IMAGINATION ZONE
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Folk artist, Art Car Artist, Portrait Artist; Bonnie Blue has done it all. She has made her career as a successful, fun, exotic, funky, one-of-a-kind artist. 95% of all the art materials she uses in her works are recycled.
Friday, Saturday & Sunday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Jennifer Lang is a multifaceted artist in Houston, TX whose life and art revolve around the mantra to keep playing.