If there is one month that captures the spirit of what we’re building at JazzBuffalo, it is August.
From the vibrant rhythms of Latin jazz and the timeless melodies of the Great American Songbook to the traditions of New Orleans, one of the region’s premier jazz festivals, and the celebration of our own 5th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival, August offers an extraordinary journey through music, culture, and community.
Each event offers something unique. Together, they tell the story of why Buffalo continues to grow as a destination for jazz and as a Great American Songbook city. And why our community continues to gather around fantastic music that brings us together.
Here are five experiences—and one weekly tradition—you won’t want to miss this August.
🇨🇺 Summer of Jazz: Havana Nights
Sunday, August 9 • 4:00–7:00 PM
Experience the energy and excitement of Cuban rhythms, salsa, and Latin jazz with the Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble as Ellicott Street transforms into Havana Nights.
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Summer of Jazz Presents: Havana Nights featuring the Wendell Rivera Latin Jazz Ensemble
Sunday, August 9 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ellicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
Feel the Energy. Experience the Rhythm. Some music makes you listen. Some music makes you smile. And some music makes it nearly impossible to sit still. On Sunday, August …
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🇮🇹 Summer of Jazz: Voci d’Amore
Sunday, August 16 • 4:00–7:00 PM
Celebrate the beauty of Italian song as Jay Dref and Carolyn Lansom present the music of Andrea Bocelli along with beloved classics that have touched audiences around the world.
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Voci d’Amore: the Music of Andrea Bocelli
Featured Sunday, August 16 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ellicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
Voci d’Amore • Sunday, August 16 • 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM • Ellicott Street, Downtown Buffalo Featuring Jay Dref & Carolyn Lansom Presented by ArtsBuffalo, JazzBuffalo, and Tappo Restaurant…
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⚜️ Summer of Jazz: A Taste of New Orleans
Sunday, August 23 • 4:00–7:00 PM
The spirit and soul of New Orleans comes to downtown Buffalo with The Fredtown Stompers, bringing traditional jazz, swing, and Crescent City charm to Summer of Jazz…
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Summer of Jazz Presents: A Taste of New Orleans featuring the Fredtown Stompers
Sunday, August 23 @ 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm Ellicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
Experience the Joyful Spirit of New Orleans in Downtown Buffalo. There are few cities in the world where music is woven so deeply into everyday life as New Orleans. It…
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🎷 Lewiston Jazz Festival
August 22–23
One of Western New York’s signature summer festivals returns with internationally acclaimed artists alongside outstanding regional talent, continuing a tradition that has become one of the area’s premier jazz celebrations.
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Lewiston Jazz Festival – 2026
Friday, August 28 @ 5:30 pm – 10:30 pm Center Street, Lewiston, NY, United States
The 2026 Lewiston Jazz Festival in Lewiston, NY, takes place Friday, August 28th, and Saturday, August 29th! Featuring Bria Skonberg and Paul Marinaro The Lewiston Jazz Festival, presented by Northwest Bank, will…
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🎶 5th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival
Sunday, September 6
While technically just beyond August, the journey reaches its grand finale with the 5th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival, featuring Marcus Goldhaber, Três Mais featuring Karrin Allyson, Vibrant Strings, and My Cousin Toné.
It’s a celebration of everything Summer of Jazz has been building toward.
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5th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival: Três Mais featuring Special Guest Karrin Allyson
Sunday, September 6 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pmEllicott at Huron – Tappo Restaurant 338 Ellicott Street, Buffalo, United States
The 2026 Summer of Jazz journey concludes with a joyful musical celebration as Três Mais brings the vibrant sounds of Brazil to the 5th Annual Buffalo Jazz Festival on Sunday…
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🎹 Every Monday: JazzMondays
No August would be complete without JazzMondays, Buffalo’s weekly gathering for live jazz, the Great American Songbook, and community. Every Monday offers a new opportunity to experience outstanding musicians in an intimate setting while celebrating the music that continues to bring people together.
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JazzMondays with My Cousin Toné at Tappo Rooftop Patio! Celebrate the Great American Songbook!
Featured Monday, August 3 @ 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, JazzMondays at Tappo Restaurant Rooftop Patio has been a beloved summer tradition, bringing together friends, families, and jazz lovers to celebrate the timeless music of…
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Join Us This August
Whether you join us for one event or all of them, August offers something truly special.
Different styles.
Different artists.
Different experiences.
One community gathered around the joy of jazz.
We look forward to seeing you throughout this unforgettable month.
JazzBuffalo — Where Buffalo Gathers for Jazz.
