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Prohibition Party (6-piece band feat. Amber Epp)
Prohibition Party: A Night of Vintage Jazz & Roaring 20s Cocktails
You're invited to the launch of Friday Sun Kisses – a one-of-a-kind weekly series at the brand new River City Sports Bar & Events Centre. Why "Sun Kisses"? Escape the traffic, unwind over cocktails, and kiss the sun goodbye.
Inspired by the South African tradition of unwinding after work with great drinks and company, Friday Sun Kisses is your new weekly destination for sophisticated, jazz-filled Friday nights.
The launch features:
Happy Hour – 4–6 PM on food and drinks
Prohibition-inspired food & cocktail specials
Free swing dance lesson with Hepcat Studio at 6:30 PM
Vocalist Amber Epp & a swinging 6-piece jazz band (7:30–10:30 PM)
Free entry. Ages 18+. Dress up if you like – vintage glamour encouraged.
Come for the music. Stay for the vibe. Make it your new Friday tradition.
Friday, Sept 25 | River City Sports Bar & Events Centre | 300-1395 Ellice Ave
More info at amberepp.ca
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Silver Heights Restaurant Saturday Afternoon Jazz
Silver Heights Restaurant Saturday Afternoon Jazz
1pm to 4pm
$7 cover
Paul Balcain - Sax/Vocals
Carter Graham - Piano
Steve Hamilton - Bass
Rob Siwik - Drums
The Jazz Workshop Winnipeg Presents John Coltrane Centennial Tribute with Impressions Jazz Group
The Jazz Workshop Winnipeg Presents:
John Coltrane Centennial Tribute with Impressions Jazz Group
Followed by Max Osawa Chordless Trio
8 pm to 11 pm
King Cob Market Pub
580 Ellice Avenue
No Cover
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Chet Breau Trio - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Like father, like son. Trained from age seven by the legendary Lenny Breau — whom Chet Atkins called "the greatest guitar player in the world" — Chet brings decades of virtuosity to the Club Room. His playing spans jazz, flamenco, country, blues, and fingerstyle, with a touch that honours his father's legacy while carving out his own.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Anna Hull
Anna Katsina Hull is a soulful emotive singer-songwriter, alternating between guitar and piano with a flawless voice that will stop you in your tracks and leave you wanting more. Blending soul and jazz, folk and blues, both originals and covers create a night to remember with this Winnipeg, Manitoba music artist.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Nick Gunkel and Friends: First Fridays in the Exchange
A First Fridays in the Exchange event hosted by professional photographer, Andrew Sikorsky joined by local artists. Featured artist, Nick Gunkel (trumpet) will perform with Kelly Hems (tuba), Talia Handford (tap) and Adrienne Schantz (piano) at 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
Sikorsky Photography, 605 - 70 Arthur Street
Friday, September 4, 2026
5:00 - 9:00 PM, Jazz at 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute
Join us at The Jazz Room as we celebrate two of the most influential musicians of all time: Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. Experience their timeless music reimagined by a talented live band in an intimate setting. Get your tickets for The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute in Winnipeg, MB!
Note: 2 showtimes – 6pm & 8:30pm
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
NOLA NIGHT feat. Dirty Catfish Brass Band
World-class big brass band bangin’ out the sweet sounds of New Orleans!!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
A Night In Havana, Buena Vista and Beyond: Jazz Night @ Garrick Hotel with Amber Epp & Papa Mambo
Welcome to the Jazz Night at Garrick Hotel - the most unique up close and personal Jazz experience in Winnipeg.
This evening is a special tribute / celebration of Buena Vista Social Club album (recorded in March 1996) - 30th Anniversary. A Night In Havana will also treat you to some of the great Cuban / Latin music heard on the streets of Havana today.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Full Circle: Adèle M Wilding & Friends - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Award-winning jazz vocalist/composer/arranger Adèle M. Wilding brings her new show, Full Circle, to the Sunday Night Jazz Series at the Fort Garry Hotel. Full Circle chronicles Adèle’s journey as a performer and songwriter, from her formative years on the Canadian Prairies to her transatlantic career in the UK and Western Canada. Full Circle features poignant, original songs, as well as beloved standards by great composers and artists who have influenced Adèle’s artistry.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
SoulBear - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Canadian bilingual singer-songwriter SoulBear is an exceptionally versatile and experienced musician with a powerhouse soulful voice. After proudly serving 25 years in the Canadian Armed Forces, he now dedicates his time to pursuing his own musical projects. His lyrics and music are drawn from the vulnerability of the artist’s bare soul, putting his own story on paper; the story of a family man, and gay man, with a troubled past and a hopeful future. A strong advocate for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, a cry for diversity and social equality can be clearly heard in his music.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Zoot Suit
Zoot Suit is a Winnipeg-based duo of Quintin Bart on the acoustic guitar and Natalie Bohrn on the double bass, playing the insatiably buoyant sounds of Django Reinhardt-era French swing.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Erin Propp: The Longing Years, Album Release
Two nights to celebrate The Longing Years, Erin Propp's first full-length album as a leader, out October 2, 2026.
Erin is a Juno-nominated, WCMA-winning vocalist and pianist and a mainstay of the Manitoba music scene, known for her interpretation of melody within the jazz genre and for her empathy-laden lyrics. The album features Joey Landreth, Fabio Ragnelli, Julian Bradford, and the Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet.
On stage: Erin Propp, Fabio Ragnelli, Julian Bradford, Joey Landreth.
Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Cornerstone. Rush seating, 100 seats per night. 7:00PM Doors Open, 7:30PM Show Starts.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Take Five: Dave Brubeck and the West Coast Sound
The WJO 2026 - 2027 Season
Dave Brubeck and Paul Desmond were the defining icons of cool jazz, their partnership synonymous with the sophisticated rhythms and breezy elegance of the West Coast Sound. Join the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra for a tribute to these legends, directed by and featuring alto saxophonist Neil Watson alongside the exceptional piano work of Will Bonness. Don't miss an evening of timeless melodies and masterful arrangements ... get your tickets today!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Erin Propp: The Longing Years, Album Release
Two nights to celebrate The Longing Years, Erin Propp's first full-length album as a leader, out October 2, 2026.
Erin is a Juno-nominated, WCMA-winning vocalist and pianist and a mainstay of the Manitoba music scene, known for her interpretation of melody within the jazz genre and for her empathy-laden lyrics. The album features Joey Landreth, Fabio Ragnelli, Julian Bradford, and the Grammy-winning Attacca Quartet.
On stage: Erin Propp, Fabio Ragnelli, Julian Bradford, Joey Landreth.
Friday, October 16 and Saturday, October 17, 2026, at Cornerstone. Rush seating, 100 seats per night. 7:00PM Doors Open, 7:30PM Show Starts.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Jazz Workshop Winnipeg Presents Impressions Jazz Group and Guests
The Jazz Workshop Winnipeg Presents :
Impressions Jazz Group and Guests
8 pm to 11 pm
King Cob Market Pub
580 Ellice Avenue
No Cover
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Ken Whitely, David Wall, and Marilyn Lerner with Daniel Koulack - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Winnipeg bassist and musical explorer Daniel Koulack brings together three extraordinary artists - Marilyn Lerner, Ken Whiteley & David Wall - for a special collaborative presentation at Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel.
Featuring celebrated jazz pianist and composer Marilyn Lerner, legendary Canadian roots musician Ken Whiteley, and Toronto singer and composer David Wall, this one-of-a-kind ensemble brings jazz, folk, blues, klezmer, Yiddish song and free improvisation into an intimate and deeply musical conversation.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Marco Castillo
Multi-instrumentalist, World Music Awarded, Brazilian-born Marco Castillo brings the smooth breeze of the South in his music. With three full length albums under his belt alongside his awards, Marco has built a strong reputation as a band leader in the music community.
Brazilian rhythms paired with numerous collaborations and diversity in style are a big part of Castillo’s music path. Listen on YouTube to him as part of a Duo & Trio!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
SWING DE MES RÊVES: Jazz Night @ Garrick Hotel
Welcome to the Jazz Night at Garrick Hotel - the most unique up close and personal Jazz experience in Winnipeg.
This evening is a special tribute / celebration of Buena Vista Social Club album (recorded in March 1996) - 30th Anniversary. A Night In Havana will also treat you to some of the great Cuban / Latin music heard on the streets of Havana today.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Joplin & Jazz - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
In advance of the Western Canadian premiere of Scott Joplin’s Treemonisha: A Musical Reimagining this November, Manitoba Opera presents an evening of Joplin & Jazz featuring soprano Neema Bickersteth performing songs by Scott Joplin - including selections from his opera Treemonisha - alongside an inventive fusion of jazz, opera, and art song. The program is inspired by Joplin’s musical legacy, exploring his blending of musical styles in Treemonisha and inviting listeners to enjoy Neema’s own modern melding of jazz and classical singing.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Sean Irvine
A master of the woodwind family, Sean Irvine is a cross-genre instrumentalist and composer who has worked in the Winnipeg music scene for well over a decade. A highly sought after artist for his melodic sensibilities, Sean Irvine has shared his artistry alongside the likes of Dirty Catfish Brass Band, Don Amero, Ron Paley Big Band, Jeff Presslaff Septet, Papa Mambo, Kiko Freitas, Jon Gordon, Jimmy Greene, and Scotty Barnhart.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
UM Jazz Ensemble, directed by Fabio Ragnelli
A night of Jazz featuring DFOM student ensembles. Students will be performing a mix of Jazz classics from The Great American Songbook, as well as original arrangements and compositions.
Doors open at 7:00 p.m.
Tickets are pay-what-you-can at the door.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Flora Luna - Album Release
Doors - 7:00pm
Show - 8:00pm
All Ages, Presented by the West End Cultural Centre
Flora Luna invites audiences on an mesmerizing musical journey with "Symphonie nocturne", a show where alternative pop-folk blends with the poetry of vast landscapes and the intimacy of starry nights. Through rich melodies and textured arrangements, she creates an intoxicating atmosphere, filled with light and mystery. Each song from "Symphonie nocturne" serves as a chapter in an inner journey, evoking wonder, nostalgia, and the power of nocturnal emotions. It’s a suspended moment, where Flora Luna’s captivating voice guides the audience between dreams and reality.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Ego Spank HALLOWEEN
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Gentiane MG - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Montreal pianist and composer Gentiane MG presents Can You Hear the Birds?, a deeply human project shaped by connection, listening, and emotional presence. Performed with her long standing trio, bassist Levi Dover and drummer Mark Nelson, the music unfolds as a shared experience rooted in trust, intuition, and collective expression.
Amber Epp & Emmanuel Bach
Amber Epp performs uplifting vocal jazz music with a rhythmic beat. She has performed across Canada, and won a Western Canadian Music Award for one of her four albums. Brazilian guitarist Emmanuel Bach captivates audiences with his unique style and expertise. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the sounds of New York loft parties, Brazilian beaches, and lazy summer nights.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Way of Water
Manitoba Chamber Orchestra: The Way of Water
Florian Hoefner Jazz Quartet
Alexandre Da Costa, conductor
A sweeping, immersive collaboration exploring water as beauty, memory, and climate. Blending the improvisation of jazz with orchestral colour, The Way of Water invites audiences into a powerful sonic reflection on environmental change.
Presented with Jazz Winnipeg
Florian Hoefner, piano
Lucas Pino, tenor sax
John Hébert, bass
Jay Sawyer, drums
The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute
Join us at The Jazz Room as we celebrate two of the most influential musicians of all time: Frank Sinatra and Louis Armstrong. Experience their timeless music reimagined by a talented live band in an intimate setting. Get your tickets for The Jazz Room: A Frank Sinatra & Louis Armstrong Tribute in Winnipeg, MB!
Note: 2 showtimes – 6pm & 8:30pm
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Music of Al Jarreau and George Benson, featuring Zachary Rushing & Larry Roy
The WJO 2026 - 2027 Season
A soulful tribute to jazz legend Al Jarreau as the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra takes the stage under the direction of Larry Roy. Featuring the captivating vocals of Zachary Rushing, bringing a fresh, big-band energy to some of the most icon hits in R&B and jazz history.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Amber Epp Sings Joni Mitchell's Blue: 55th Anniversary Tribute: Jazz Night @ Garrick Hotel
Welcome to the Jazz Night at Garrick Hotel - the most unique up close and personal Jazz experience in Winnipeg.
Join us for a spectacular night of live music featuring the extraordinary Amber Epp! As one of Winnipeg's brightest musical stars, Amber brings a rare blend of soulful vocals and brilliant instrumentation to the stage. Get ready for an intimate, high-energy evening filled with rich jazz rhythms and unforgettable melodies.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Music of Al Jarreau and George Benson, featuring Zachary Rushing & Larry Roy
The WJO 2026 - 2027 Season
A soulful tribute to jazz legend Al Jarreau as the Winnipeg Jazz Orchestra takes the stage under the direction of Larry Roy. Featuring the captivating vocals of Zachary Rushing, bringing a fresh, big-band energy to some of the most icon hits in R&B and jazz history.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Anthony D’Alessandro Plays George Gershwin - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Anthony D’Alessandro celebrates the release of his newest record - Anthony D'Alessandro Plays George Gershwin.
Anthony D’Alessandrois a JUNO-nominated pianist, composer, arranger, and bandleader based in Toronto, Canada. Hailed by the WholeNote Magazine as a pianist with a “natural feeling for swing and groove” and “scintillating technique”, and “one of the most impressive young jazz pianists today” by the Jersey Jazz Magazine, he has performed in many notable clubs, concert halls and jazz festivals around the world including the Montreal International Jazz Festival, the Teatro Nescafé de las Artes in Santiago Chile, Birdland Jazz Club and Smalls Jazz Club in New York City, and Koerner Hall in Toronto.
Casati: Jazz Night Winnipeg @ Garrick Hotel
Welcome to the Jazz Night at Garrick Hotel - the most unique up close and personal Jazz experience in Winnipeg.
Casati is best characterized as a folk trio with an open mind. Grace Hrabi, Jesse Popeski, and Quintin Bart are formally trained musicians, graduates of the University of Manitoba's jazz studies program.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
CEC: BRIEFLY Unplugged - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Join CEC for a special “unplugged” listening of their new EP, BRIEFLY, and the songs that inspired it.
CEC is a Treaty One–based artist, producer, and songwriter blending contemporary R&B, folk, and singer-songwriter craft while writing in both English and Spanish. Drawing inspiration from 70s soul artists like Al Green and Curtis Mayfield alongside contemporary artists such as Frank Ocean and Lianne La Havas, CEC’s music is defined by slow grooves, layered vocals, and emotionally intimate songwriting. Their songs explore identity, gender, and human connection, inviting listeners into a space of reflection and emotional resonance.
U of M Percussion Ensemble & Jazz Orchestra - Full Circle
The UM Percussion Ensemble, directed by Victoria Sparks, and the UM Jazz Orchestra, directed by Jon Challoner, present "Full Circle." This celebration of the intersection between modern jazz and Cuban rhythm features special guest Rodrigo Munoz and including music composed and arranged by Pat Metheny, Bela Fleck, Machito, Hilario Duran, Chucho Valdez, Carlos Henriquez, and more.
Doors open at 1:30 p.m.
Tickets are pay-what-you-can at the door.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Esteban Seunarine + The Kind Ghosts - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Esteban Seunarine has built a musical language from everything he was never supposed to combine. The rhythms of the Caribbean and Latin America were the sound of his childhood home; the indie and folk scenes of the Canadian prairies were the sound of the city that claimed him. He didn't choose between them, and he still hasn't.
The recipient of the 2026 SABIAN–Dom Famularo–SEN Mentorship Award, Seunarine is releasing The Expanding Whatever in fall 2026 — his third album, and his most personal. Where earlier records negotiated between his influences, this one simply lets them coexist. Jazz fusion and prairie folk, the grand and the mundane, the ambitious and the unhurried. It is music that pays attention to small things — the moments most people don't think to write songs about — and finds in them something worth sitting with.
Marco Castillo
Multi-instrumentalist, World Music Awarded, Brazilian-born Marco Castillo brings the smooth breeze of the South in his music. With three full length albums under his belt alongside his awards, Marco has built a strong reputation as a band leader in the music community.
Brazilian rhythms paired with numerous collaborations and diversity in style are a big part of Castillo’s music path. Listen on YouTube to him as part of a Duo & Trio!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Stevie Wonder by Jérémie and the Delicious Hounds
Doors - 7:00pm
Show - 8:00pm
All Ages, Presented by the West End Cultural Centre
The music of Stevie Wonder, by Winnipeg soul band Jérémie and the Delicious Hounds.
A note from the band: “Stevie Wonder has been on our setlist for years. We're finally giving him the whole night. He is one of our favourite artists, with one of the greatest catalogues ever written, and our band is ecstatic to play nothing but his music.”
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Jazz Workshop Winnipeg Presents Impressions Jazz Group and Guests
The Jazz Workshop Winnipeg Presents:
Impressions Jazz Group and Guests
8 pm to 11 pm
King Cob Market Pub
580 Ellice Avenue
No Cover
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
MIGRANTES with Mauro Sigura and Andrea Manzoni - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
MIGRANTES was born from the artistic meeting of pianist Andrea Manzoni and oud player Mauro Sigura. Structured in three acts—The Dream, The Hope, and The Journey—the project unfolds through immersive soundscapes that weave together jazz, Arab-Ottoman traditions, classical music, and global influences.
More than a concert, Migrantes is a narrative and sonic experience in which migration becomes an inner journey—a movement of the soul as much as of the body. The duo’s richly pluralistic musical language reflects the diverse cultural influences that shape their work, creating a captivating dialogue between traditions and contemporary expression.
Ego Spank Does Prince
Doors - 7:00pm
Show - 8:00pm
All Ages, Presented by the West End Cultural Centre
Winnipeg’s allstar band Ego Spank tackles the music of Prince. Guaranteed to impress.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Danny Carroll Trio with Special Guest Vocalist Kevin Aichele
Join the Danny Carroll Trio with special guest vocalist Kevin Aichele for an evening of favourite vocal jazz standards and a fabulous collection of Christmas classics made legendary by icons including Frank Sinatra (Let It Snow, Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas), Mel Tormé (co-composer of The Christmas Song), Bing Crosby (White Christmas, I’ll Be Home for Christmas), Tony Bennett, and Elvis Presley (Blue Christmas).
The trio has been playing together for nearly two decades and has enjoyed numerous performances with Kevin over the years, including private and corporate events. In June, the trio opened the Winnipeg International Jazz Festival at the Cube, while Danny and Nenad also performed as part of the Leo Mol Jazz Garden series in July.
Curubande Allstars - Concurso de Salsa
Doors - 7:00pm
Show - 8:00pm
All Ages, Presented by the West End Cultural Centre
Details to come.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Stray Horns play Ella's Swingin' Christmas - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Get into the holiday spirit with The Stray Horns and the timeless swing of Ella Fitzgerald!
Following their hugely popular Duke Ellington & Ella Fitzgerald program last season, the Stray Horns return to the Fort Garry Hotel with a festive celebration of one of the greatest holiday jazz recordings of all time: Ella Fitzgerald’s Ella Wishes You a Swingin’ Christmas.
Expect beloved seasonal favourites including “Jingle Bells,” “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town,” “Winter Wonderland” and “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” brought to life with the warmth, elegance and swinging spirit of Ella’s classic arrangements.
A joyful evening of big-band jazz, timeless Christmas songs and sophisticated holiday cheer, The Stray Horns Play Ella’s Swingin’ Christmas is the perfect way to celebrate the season.
60th Anniversary of How the Grinch Stole Christmas, featuring Quinn Greene and vocalist TBA
The WJO 2026 - 2027 Season
Comedian and actor Quinn Greene brings the mean, green, Christmas-hating machine to life as the narrator, leading the audience through Whoville with plenty of interactive fun alongside big band flair. It is a one-of-a-kind holiday heist that blends Dr. Seuss's timeless story with swinging jazz arrangements and festive cheer for the whole family.
TWO SHOWS: 12:45 & 7:30 pm
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Marco Castillo
Multi-instrumentalist, World Music Awarded, Brazilian-born Marco Castillo brings the smooth breeze of the South in his music. With three full length albums under his belt alongside his awards, Marco has built a strong reputation as a band leader in the music community.
Brazilian rhythms paired with numerous collaborations and diversity in style are a big part of Castillo’s music path. Listen on YouTube to him as part of a Duo & Trio!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Amber Epp & Emmanuel Bach
Amber Epp performs uplifting vocal jazz music with a rhythmic beat. She has performed across Canada, and won a Western Canadian Music Award for one of her four albums. Brazilian guitarist Emmanuel Bach captivates audiences with his unique style and expertise. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the sounds of New York loft parties, Brazilian beaches, and lazy summer nights.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Chasin' The Trane: The John Coltrane Centennial Show with Niall Cade - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
One hundred years after his birth, John Coltrane remains one of the most influential and visionary figures in the history of jazz. His pursuit of musical and spiritual expression continues to inspire artists across genres. Join Winnipeg saxophonist Niall Cade and an exceptional ensemble as they celebrate the enduring legacy of a true musical giant, exploring the artistry, innovation, and timeless power of one of the twentieth century’s greatest voices.
Quintin Bart presents The Oroboro Vignettes
Quintin Bart presents The Oroboro Vignettes—an original collection of neo-Baroque works for hurdy gurdy chamber ensemble. Rich with expressive, dreamlike textures, the music unfolds through lush harmonies and melodies inspired by Slavic folk song and old-world fiddle traditions.
Premiering amid the enchanting riverbank setting of the St. Norbert Arts Centre, the seven-piece ensemble brings together some of Winnipeg's finest musicians from a wide range of musical backgrounds.
Silver Heights Restaurant Saturday Afternoon Jazz
Silver Heights Restaurant Saturday Afternoon Jazz
1pm to 4pm
$7 cover
Amber Epp - Vocals/Piano
Niall Cade - Sax
Steve Hamilton - Bass
Rob Siwik - Drums
Esteban Seunarine Album Release Show with REIN (Presented by Real Love Winnipeg)
Real Love Winnipeg presents... Esteban Seunarine Album Release Show with REIN
Esteban Seunarine has built a musical language from everything he was never supposed to combine. The rhythms of the Caribbean and Latin America were the sound of his childhood home; the indie and folk scenes of the Canadian prairies were the sound of the city that claimed him. He didn't choose between them, and he still hasn't.
The recipient of the 2026 SABIAN–Dom Famularo–SEN Mentorship Award, Seunarine is releasing The Expanding Whatever in September 2026 — his third album, and his most personal. Where earlier records negotiated between his influences, this one simply lets them coexist. Jazz fusion and prairie folk, the grand and the mundane, the ambitious and the unhurried. It is music that pays attention to small things — the moments most people don't think to write songs about — and finds in them something worth sitting with.
Join Esteban Seunarine and his band The Kind Ghosts on September 17th for their album release show.
Doors at 7:00 • Music at 8:00
ALL AGES
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Sean Irvine
A master of the woodwind family, Sean Irvine is a cross-genre instrumentalist and composer who has worked in the Winnipeg music scene for well over a decade. A highly sought after artist for his melodic sensibilities, Sean Irvine has shared his artistry alongside the likes of Dirty Catfish Brass Band, Don Amero, Ron Paley Big Band, Jeff Presslaff Septet, Papa Mambo, Kiko Freitas, Jon Gordon, Jimmy Greene, and Scotty Barnhart.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Sol James - Jazz at the Fort Garry Hotel
Did you know she also swings? Before she became the vocal powerhouse Sol James, Winnipeg jazz fans knew her as Heitha Forsyth — captivating rooms with jazz standards, classic swing, and inventive arrangements. For this intimate evening, she's dusting off her jazz chops and returning to her musical roots. A rare chance to hear where the Sol James story truly began.
Manitoba Rhythm Kings
The Manitoba Rhythm Kings is Winnipeg's newest trad-jazz band. Composed of students from the University of Manitoba, the group transports its audience to 1920s Chicago for a day full of energy, syncopation, and good vibes.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Midbrain Surfers at Public Domain
MIDBRAIN SURFERS GO PUBLIC
Midbrain Surfers take over Public Domain for a full evening of live music on Saturday, September 12.
Doors at 7:00 PM Show from 8:00–10:00 PM
$15 advance / $20 at the door
Buy tickets and learn more!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
4th Annual Gimli Bluesfest
Blues lovers, get ready! The annual Gimli Bluesfest brings the soulful sounds of renowned blues musicians to the historic Gimli Park Pavilion.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The New Standard
Come see some of the best up-and-coming performers from Winnipeg and Brandon all in one place for a night of swinging jazz, moody vocals, fancy cocktails, and home made food. Experience the truest form of improvisation right in front of your eyes. Songs that get you grooving and wanting more! All of this and more only at your local bowling alley / jazz club / bar / hangout spot. Come down to Park Alleys for this one night only event!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
4th Annual Gimli Bluesfest
Blues lovers, get ready! The annual Gimli Bluesfest brings the soulful sounds of renowned blues musicians to the historic Gimli Park Pavilion.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
The Solutions September Thursday Residency at Park Alleys
Join The Solutions for a month of funky Thursdays in September at Park Alleys. No cover, half price bottles of wine, $1 off Nonsuch beer. So much fun!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Zoot Suit
Zoot Suit is a Winnipeg-based duo of Quintin Bart on the acoustic guitar and Natalie Bohrn on the double bass, playing the insatiably buoyant sounds of Django Reinhardt-era French swing.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
ELROY BLUE
For the fourth consecutive year, we are pleased to present an evening of refined music featuring Laurent Roy and his orchestra, ElRoy Blue. Renowned for their rich arrangements and high-quality performances, this ensemble offers a distinctive and memorable musical experience.
This Sunday, September 6, at Patio 340, ElRoy Blue will perform classics from Chicago, Earth, Wind & Fire, Blood, Sweat & Tears, and many more. They will be joined by special guest Mark Dejong, saxophonist from Calgary, as well as three of Winnipeg's finest horn players: Jon Challoner, Joel Green, and Richard Gillis.
Join us in an intimate setting where sound, atmosphere, and performance come together in perfect harmony. This event is for music lovers seeking an elegant yet vibrant experience. We encourage you to reserve your seats in advance to fully enjoy this exceptional musical evening.
Prices (pre-sale):
- Adults: $15.50
- Youth (ages 12-17) and students up to age 25 (ID required): $13.50
- Children under 12 (not included in a group, ID required): Free
Prices (at the door):
-Adults: $17.50
- Youth (ages 12-17) and students up to age 25 (ID required): $15.50
- Children under 12 (not included in a group, ID required): Free
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
JD Edwards Band at Blue Note Park
Soul-roots powerhouse JD Edwards Band bring it back to Blue Note Park!!
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Bella Jazz
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Esteban Seunarine + The Kind Ghosts: First Fridays in the Exchange
A First Fridays in the Exchange event with professional photographer, Andrew Sikorsky and other local artists. Featured artists Esteban Seunarine + The Kind Ghosts, Esteban Seunarine (drums) Ariana Rempel (bass) and Ben Kensock (sax and keys) will perform at 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM.
Sikorsky Photography, 605 - 70 Arthur Street
Friday, September 4, 2026
5:00 - 9:00 PM, Jazz at 6:30 PM and 8:00 PM
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Jack Semple (with Ego Spank)
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Rosemarie Todaschuk
Live on the Patio at Resto Gare
Every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, unwind at Live on the Patio—rain or shine—an evening of live music, vino, and vibrant ambiance at Resto Gare. Enjoy our featured mussel dishes and indulge in freshly made New Orleans–style beignets, all while savouring true French bistro fare. Let the sounds of talented local artists set the tone for the perfect midweek escape, right in the heart of Saint-Boniface.
More info: https://restogare.com/events-parties/
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Karly Epp & Karl Kohut
Vocalist Karly Epp and bassist Karl Kohut have been frequent collaborators over the past decade. Each an artist in their own right, these two now often come together to write, perform, and record music based in their shared love of both straight-ahead swing and more contemporary jazz.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Erin Propp + Larry Roy - Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Join us for FREE Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, part of the Assiniboine Park's Summer Entertainment Series!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Nadia Douglas - The Sunset Terrace Eat + Drink
Nadia Douglas is back with her velvety alto voice, magnetic stage presence, and flair for taking time-honoured jazz classics and breathing new life into the old classics, making each song her own!
More info: https://www.fortgarryhotel.com/dining/terrace
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Parker Beesley - Live on the Patio at Resto Gare
Live on the Patio
Every Wednesday from 6:30 to 8:30 PM, unwind at Live on the Patio—rain or shine—an evening of live music, vino, and vibrant ambiance at Resto Gare. Enjoy our featured mussel dishes and indulge in freshly made New Orleans–style beignets, all while savouring true French bistro fare. Let the sounds of talented local artists set the tone for the perfect midweek escape, right in the heart of Saint-Boniface.
More info: https://restogare.com/events-parties/
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Tuesday Night Jazz Jams
Every Tuesday! Winnipeg jazz players and fans are invited to Park Alleys in South Osborne.
Hosted by a rotating cast of Winnipeg's finest jazz musicians, this jam is swinging, cats.
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.
Neil Watson & Friends - Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
Join us for FREE Jazz in the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, part of the Assiniboine Park's Summer Entertainment Series!
*Please note that this is not a Jazz Winnipeg event and as such we cannot answer queries about it.