Much To Look Forward To!
As we turn the page and look ahead to 2026, there is truly so much to be excited about. JazzBuffalo enters the new year with momentum, purpose, and a growing sense of possibility—driven by the belief that jazz has the power to bring people together and make Buffalo an even more vibrant place to live, gather, and celebrate. From the continued growth of Jazz at Kleinhans to the forthcoming The Jazz Lounge, the ongoing Art Meets Jazz, and more initiatives on the horizon, the year ahead promises meaningful moments, memorable music, and shared community experiences throughout our city.
Most of all, we are deeply grateful for you—our JazzBuffalo community. Your continued belief in what we do makes this work possible. By showing up, supporting live music, and sharing in these experiences, you help us build community, elevate quality presentations, and contribute to the overall quality of life in Buffalo. As we step into 2026, we wish you and your loved ones a healthy, prosperous, and joy-filled New Year—and we look forward to sharing many great jazz moments together in the months ahead.
With gratitude,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
New Year’s Eve at Hunt Art Gallery/ Beebe’s at the Gallery!
Tonight! If you need a last-minute plan for New Year’s Eve, join us!
Click on the event listing link to get more details and make sure to reserve your spots soon for a swinging New Year’s Eve celebration!
Wednesday, December 31, 2025 @ 8:00 pm – Thursday, January 1, 2026 @ 1:00 am
Beebe’s New Year’s Eve 2026: A Speakeasy Celebration!
Hunt Art Gallery/Beebe’s at the Gallery
After last year’s sparkling and memorable sold-out celebration, JazzBuffalo, Beebe’s at the Gallery, and the Brisbane Building invite you to ring in 2026 in classic style! This year, we’re turning…
$105 – $120
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As we are bout to enter winter, Buffalo comes alive with indoor jazz performances and concerts. 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. With many unique events submitted weekly, we encourage you to visit the website regularly to discover where jazz is happening. Click here to view all the upcoming events!
https://jazzbuffalo.org/upcoming-events
JazzBuffalo Poll: Nominations Survey Is Now Open
The 11th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll Nominations Survey is now open. The results of this survey will directly determine the official voting ballot for the 11th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll, to be launched early January, making this step essential in celebrating the music and musicians that matter most to our community.
Visit the JazzBuffalo article below and nominate your favorites!
Nominations Are Now Open for the 11th Annual JazzBuffalo Poll!
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Nominate Your Favorites For The JazzBuffalo Poll! For more than a decade, the JazzBuffalo Poll has been a tradition powered by you — our community. We’re excited to announce the […]
ICYMI: JazzBuffalo Stories
Fifteen Years of JazzBuffalo: Building Community, One Note at a Time
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2026 will mark an important milestone for JazzBuffalo. Fifteen years ago, JazzBuffalo began with a simple but ambitious belief: that jazz—when presented with care, consistency, quality, and respect—could once again […]
Celebrating 10 Years of the Matt’s Music Vocal Performance Team
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Ten Years of Voice, Confidence, and Community For the past decade, one of the most inspiring threads woven into Western New York’s musical fabric has been the Matt’s Music Vocal […]
Become a JazzBuffalo Patron
Many thanks to those who have explored and contributed via Patreon. JazzBuffalo grows and supports the need to enrich our community through jazz. Will you consider becoming a JazzBuffalo Patron to continue the development of JazzBuffalo as an integral part of what makes our city one of the best for arts and culture in the country? Click on the Become A Patron link below and become a supporting patron for as little as $1/month.
