We reviewed 6,000+ Washington-area events to pick the 8 best jazz shows in the DC area between August 19 and August 25. Updated daily.
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Our best picks: jazz shows in the DC area — August 19–25
Wednesday, August 19
This series features a different saxophone player every Wednesday night of the month. — Please join Blues Alley for our Smooth Jazz Summer Sax Series this August 2026! This series features a different saxophone player every Wednesday night of the month.
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Thursday, August 20
Celebrate a uniquely American art form with Take 5: Jazz at SAAM, a series of free, live performances. Washington, DC-based saxophonist and flautist Lyle Link performs in a variety of musical styles: jazz, blues and R&B, Latin, and world beat. To mark the 100th birthday of John Coltrane, Link will perform a set in hono…
As part of our ongoing Jazz Series, we invite you to experience an evening of global sound and creative expression. Each event in this series highlights the richness, legacy, and ever‑expanding reach of jazz through performances that blend tradition with innovation. This session features dynamic ensembles and artists w…
Saturday, August 22
Enjoy sweeping views of Washington, D.C. while guest carillonneurs play free concerts of jazz, pop, and patriotic music on the carillon's 53 bells. Join Park Rangers to learn more about the Netherlands Carillon's history, and it's symbolism of friendship. We recommend bringing lawn chairs or blankets to enjoy the perfo…
A concert tribute to Dinah Washington explores her influence across jazz, blues, R&B, and pop through reinterpretations of her signature songs.
Sunday, August 23
Join us on Sunday, August 23rd for the Summer of Musical Traditions Jazz Faculty Concert! This is a great chance for jazz lovers and SMT community members to see our teachers in action playing the music that they love. Featuring: Noah Gitlis: Guitar Henry Meade: Keys Jake Askarinam: Drums Brenda Padilla: Trumpet Ian Ri…
Tuesday, August 25
SOLD OUT! — Tue. Aug. 25: ROBERT GLASPER -7:30pm- SOLD OUT! Tix: $79.50 ($100.55 through Ticketmaster, $86.50 at the Birchmere Box Office) Robert Glasper is the leader of a new sonic paradigm with a career that bridges musical and artistic genres. T o date, he boasts 5 Grammy wins and 15 nominations across 9 categories…