The Atlanta Jazz Festival is regarded as one of the Country’s largest FREE jazz festivals. It is an annual musical showcase, celebrates jazz legends and up-and-coming jazz greats in venues throughout metropolitan Atlanta during the entire month of May. It takes place every year during Memorial Day weekend, with show-stopping performances at Piedmont Park.There are numerous events that take place leading up to the weekend of the main event. Check out some jazz inspired events happening this week round the city. -louvonia mcclain