To take advantage of the spectacular climate & color the Grampians has to offer in springtime, the festival is held each year on the last weekend of October. The Grampians Jazz Festival has long been known as a fun and friendly festival with great bands and great venues. Now called The Halls Gap Jazz & Blues Festival, it is a more intimate affair than in the past, spread over 7 great venues and with over 60 bands featuring fantastic music that will have a wide appeal to the passionate music lover.