An Exciting New Tradition
Over the past several months, we have been encouraged by the growing response to The Jazz Lounge and what it is beginning to mean for Buffalo’s downtown cultural energy.
What began as an experiment rooted in the belief that Buffalo deserves an elegant jazz nightlife experience has quickly evolved into one of the city’s most exciting new traditions. In the past few months, audiences have filled the Rendezvous Room at The Statler for evenings centered around jazz, the Great American Songbook, cocktails, conversation, and community gathering.
The response reminds us that people continue seeking meaningful opportunities to gather downtown around music, atmosphere, and shared experiences.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who has attended, encouraged our efforts, and trusted us as we refined and built this concept together.
Because of this overwhelming enthusiasm, we are excited to announce a special pop-up edition of The Jazz Lounge on Thursday, June 25th.
And perhaps most exciting of all—we believe this is only the beginning.
We look forward to announcing many more wonderful Jazz Lounge evenings ahead as we continue helping create a vibrant and welcoming downtown Buffalo through jazz, music, and community gathering.
JazzBuffalo: Where Buffalo Gathers for Jazz.
With gratitude,
Tony Zambito
Executive Director, JazzBuffalo
The Jazz Lounge – Pop-Up Jazz Lounge Thursday, June 25th!
We will be announcing new Jazz Lounge events soon. We are thrilled that the first few sold out quickly. The desire to experience The Jazz Lounge has been incredible. So incredible, that we are planning a pop-up Jazz Lounge on Thursday, June 25th! Save the date, as we will announce the band and ticket sales soon!!
The Return of JazzMondays!
JazzMondays on the Tappo Restaurant Rooftop is back for its 11th year! We had a fantastic time on Memorial Day! We’ll be featuring My Cousin Toné and the celebration of the Great American Songbook every Monday through Labor Day! Join us!
JazzMondays with My Cousin Toné at Tappo Rooftop Patio! Celebrate the Great American Songbook
Mondays, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm Tappo Restaurant 330 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, NY, United States
Join Us for the 11th year of JazzMondays with My Cousin Toné at Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio and Celebrate the Great American Songbook! Presented by JazzBuffalo! For the past decade…
Free
Discounted Jazz at Kleinhans 2026-2027 4-Concert Package Available!
The 4-concert Jazz at Kleinhans Package is priced at ONLY $178 and still comes out to less than $45 per concert. Don’t miss out during this limited time before individual seats are released and prices go up. Select the best remaining seats and reserve your preferred seats for all four concerts!
PLEASE NOTE: Individual concert seats to go on sale July 13. ACT NOW to reserve your preferred seats for all four concerts!
This season features Grammy Award winners and Tony Award nominees—take advantage of this limited-time opportunity and join us for what promises to be an exceptional season.
PLEASE NOTE: the Sunday, December 6 concert has been moved from 3 pm to 2 pm to accommodate fans wanting to get home for the start of the Buffalo Bills vs. New England game at 4:30 pm.
Read more here: Jazz at Kleinhans 2026-2027 Unveiled
Learn more and tickets here: Jazz at Kleinhans at KleinhansBuffalo.org
Reserve your 4-concert package seats now – $178 and less than $45 per concert: Reserve Seats Now
Rare Special Event: Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves Celebrate the Ballads of John Coltrane – APRIL 22, 2027
THURSDAY, APRIL 22, 2027
RESERVE YOUR SEATS AT THIS LINK: https://kleinhansbuffalo.org/event/marsalis-reeves/
An extraordinary and deeply expressive collaboration, Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves bring to life the timeless ballads of John Coltrane with artistry, intimacy, and emotional depth. More than a concert, it is a rare musical experience—one that invites us to listen closely through some of the most beautiful and enduring music in jazz. A TRULY SPECIAL EVENT FOR JAZZ AT KLEINHANS AND BUFFALO!
Branford Marsalis and Dianne Reeves Celebrate the Ballads of John Coltrane
Featured Thursday, April 22, 2027 @ 7:00 pm – 9:30 pmKleinhans Music Hall 3 Symphony Circle, Buffalo, NY, United States
A Landmark Jazz at Kleinhans Main Hall Event at Kleinhans Music Hall! Some music asks to be heard. John Coltrane’s ballads ask to be felt. On April 22, 2027, Jazz…
$70 – $100
Check Upcoming Jazz at JazzBuffalo.org
As we enter the summer season, Buffalo comes alive with 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-event
JazzBuffalo Pick – Hunt Art Gallery Residencies Fundraiser! Pop Art Party!
Support one of our fabulous partners and contributors, Hunt Art Gallery and Beebe’s on the Square. Their first-ever Pop Art Party fundraiser to support the incredible Hunt Art Gallery Residencies that are reshaping arts in downtown Buffalo. The Stu Weissman Duo will perform from 5 pm to 7 pm!
JazzBuffalo subscribers get 30% off the admission when you use the code COMMUNITYPARTNER.
Go here for tickets! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pop-art-party-tickets-1612688628099?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true
Summer of Jazz 2026!
This summer, the JazzBuffalo and ArtsBuffalo Summer of Jazz Series, in partnership with Tappo Restaurant, returns to Ellicott Street with four special Sundays featuring many of your favorites and winners from the annual JazzBuffalo Poll. From big band swing and Latin jazz to hot club sounds and traditional jazz, downtown Buffalo will once again come alive with music, community, and summertime energy.
Mark your calendars now for July 12, July 26, August 9, and August 23 from 4 pm to 7 pm—and keep your fingers crossed for beautiful Buffalo summer weather!
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