A Milestone Summer!
This past summer was nothing short of a milestone for JazzBuffalo and for our community. The 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival marked a significant step forward in our vision to breathe new life into downtown Buffalo, transforming Ellicott Street into a place where music, community, and civic pride came together in a way we’ve never experienced before. To see the heart of our city alive with the sounds of jazz, laughter, and the energy of people gathering as one was truly inspiring.
I am deeply grateful to everyone who joined us and supported this important development. Your presence and enthusiasm made the day possible and affirmed why jazz and the celebration of the Great American Songbook must continue to be an integral part of Buffalo’s renewal. With brighter days ahead, we are already at work on more initiatives and efforts that will carry this momentum forward—ensuring jazz continues to be a catalyst for community, connection, and the revitalization of our city.
With gratitude,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
JazzBuffalo, ArtsBuffalo, and Tappo Restaurant to Participate in Curtain Up on Friday, September 19!
Start Your Curtain Up! Celebration Early with a Downtown Street Party!
Get ready for a night to remember! Join us for the inaugural Curtain Up! Ellicott Street Celebration!—the perfect way to kick off Buffalo’s biggest night of theater early, before the Main Street after-party festivities! Starting at 7:30 PM in front of Tappo Restaurant, we’re closing and transforming Ellicott Street into a one-of-a-kind, open-air jazz street party. Let’s do this again! Click the link for more details…
Featured Friday, September 19 @ 7:30 pm – 10:30 pm
Curtain Up! Ellicott Street Celebration!
Ellicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
Start Your Curtain Up! Celebration Early with a Downtown Street Party! Get ready for a night to remember! Join us for the inaugural Curtain Up! Ellicott Street Celebration!—the perfect way…
Free
Art Meets Jazz Set To Return!
Art Meets Jazz returns this fall with four spectacular events. Check out the listing below and also the article in our ICYMI JazzBuffalo Stories section! Reserve your spots soon.
Wednesday, September 24 @ 6:00 pm – 8:30 pm Art Meets Jazz – Fall 2025!
Art Meets Jazz – Fall 2025!
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
Art Meets Jazz Returns in Fall 2025! Art Meets Jazz is back starting this September! Immerse yourself in an inspiring series where music and visual art beautifully converge in downtown…
Joe Policastro Trio Returns To Buffalo!
The dynamic trio returns to Buffalo, and we’re excited to present them at Pausa Art House.
Saturday, September 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pm
JazzBuffalo presents: Joe Policastro Trio
Pausa Art House 19 Wadsworth Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
This Chicago-based trio, featuring guitarist Dave Miller, drummer Mikel Avery, and led by bassist Joe Policastro, returns to Buffalo touring in support of the release of their seventh album, Mending…
$17 – $20
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As summer gets underway, Buffalo comes alive with outdoor jazz performances, concerts, and festivals. Be sure to visit the Upcoming Events section on JazzBuffalo.org to stay current on all the live jazz taking place throughout the city and region. From rooftop evenings to concerts in the park, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season. With many unique events submitted weekly, we encourage you to check the website often to find out where jazz is happening. Click here to view all the upcoming events!
https://jazzbuffalo.org/upcoming-events
JazzBuffalo Pick
Buffalo gets a visit from New Orleans in trumpeter Kevin Clark.
Sunday, September 7 @ 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm
New Orleans Trumpet Man Kevin Clark Returns!
Sean Patrick’s 3480 Milersport Highway, Getzville, NY, United States
Traditional jazz trumpeter and former member of New Orleans-based bands The Dukes of Dixieland and the Grammy-winning New Orleans Night Crawlers will be returning to do a show at Sean Patrick’s Restaurant in Getzville this Sunday, September 7th starting at 3pm. He will be joined by Ron Joseph (clarinetist from Rome), Ray Skalski (trombone), Harry…
In Sympathy
JazzBuffalo joins the community in expressing our sincere condolences for the recent passing of CMC President, Kenneth Peterson. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and CMC family.
ICYMI: JazzBuffalo Stories
Art Meets Jazz Returns This Fall with New Energy and Exciting Performances
Posted on by JazzBuffalo
Intimate Series Continues To Breathe Life Into Downtown Art Meets Jazz is back for Fall 2025, and we couldn’t be more excited to continue this extraordinary collaboration that has already […]in come alive with the sounds of jazz as […]
The 4th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival: A Vibrant Downtown Celebration
Posted on by Tony Zambito
A Day of Jazz, Community, and Buffalo Civic Pride on Ellicott Street This past Sunday, downtown Buffalo came alive in a way that only jazz can make possible. Closing off […]
“Jazz For Everyone” Campaign
Join our “Jazz For Everyone” campaign starting in April! Your support and proceeds help us bring the magic of jazz and the timeless American Songbook to our community through exciting events like the Buffalo Jazz Festival and future endeavors like the American Songbook Experience series. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps make these cultural experiences accessible to hundreds of people throughout our communities through free events or by keeping fees low. Thank you for helping us create unforgettable moments and enrich lives through music!
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