Central Pennsylvania Friends of Jazz is dedicated to preserving, promoting and presenting JAZZ, America's original art form.

Formed in 1980, CPFJ is a non-profit, all-volunteer, membership organization serving a diverse community of jazz lovers in south central Pennsylvania.

We produce seven monthly concerts, an annual festival, an annual picnic and a jazz camp for youth.

CPFJ is a member of Friends of Midtown is a Pennsylvania a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the ongoing economic and cultural development of Midtown Harrisburg.