What we’re about
For lovers of jazz - we'll meet at various clubs throughout the city, as well as the festivals. Let's enjoy the excellent jazz this city has to offer.
Let's hit the entire range of jazz from traditional to experimental. From the nicest jazz clubs, tiny performance spaces, holes-in-the-wall, hidden gems and travel events.
Give everything a try, and broaden your horizons. We're sure you'll find something you love.
Other, related genres and events (blues, wine tastings and similar) that might be of interest will be posted on the Message Board. Please feel free to post there.
Ideas, events and feedback are welcome.
Upcoming events (1)
See all- 2025 Chicago Jazz Fest-Jay Pritzker PavillionMillennium Park, Jay Pritzker Pavilion , Chicago , IL
It's that time! The Chicago Citywide Jazz Fest is here!
Details:
Aug. 28 – 31, 2025
Free admission • Millennium ParkSunday Aug 31 @ Jay Pritzker Pavillion lawn. FREE Admission.
3:00-9pm. (Arrive early to get best seating and do Member meet & greet, 15 min)
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_jazz_festival10.htmlLine Up......
Jay Pritzker Pavilion- 3:45-4:00 p.m. - Emcee Intro Remarks + National Anthem + Lift Every Voice / Chicago Jazz Meetup Member Meet & Greet (15 Min)
- 4:00-4:45 p.m. - Natalie Scharf Quintet featuring Paul Asaro
- 5:05-6:05 p.m. - G. Thomas Allen
- 6:25-7:25 p.m. - Ari Brown Quintet
- 7:45-9:00 p.m. - Eliades Ochoa
Helpful:
- Bring your lawn chair and comfy shoes.
- Text Organizer Missy when you arrive. We'll sit together. 6463378120.
- Do not post on the page when you arrive-I won't see it. Text instead.
- Arrival with Cooler of food & non-alcoholic beverages OK
- Purchase alcohol on-site ONLY.
- Prepare & allow enough time for park entrance, parking, navigation, bag search by Park security and getting to the group.
## 2025 Chicago Jazz Festival lineup
Explore the Chicago Jazz Festival lineup, which features everything from up-and-coming artists to established stars at Millennium Park and the Chicago Cultural Center.
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/chicago_jazz_festival.htmlLocation:
Millennium Park
201 E. Randolph St.
Chicago, IL 60601Parking:
Nearby parking garages are located at- Grant Park North Garage (25 N. Michigan Ave.),
- Grant Park South Garage (325 S. Michigan Ave.)
- and Millennium Park Garage & Millennium Lakeside Garage (5 S. Columbus Dr.).
Pay in person at each garage location or pre-pay online for discounted parking.
Visit millenniumgarages.com or call 312.616.0600 for 24/7 customer service.
Public Transportation:
Take CTA to Millennium Park-
From the elevated lines: exit at Washington/Wabash and walk east.
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From the subway: exit at Lake (Red Line) or Washington (Blue Line) and walk east.
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Served by buses 3, 4, 6, J14, 20, 56, 60, 124, 146, 147, 151, 157
For travel information, visit www.transitchicago.com. For fare information or to purchase fares in advance, visit www.ventrachicago.com.
Follow Park "rules"
**buy alcohol on site, no outside liquor in the park; Food & non-alcoholic beverages OK
Bring cash & card in case they prefer either one
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/dca/supp_info/millennium_park_-planyourvisit.html
