DFW's jazz venues, educators and supporters join to celebrate jazz each April, National Jazz Appreciation Month, with music, film, awards and more.
WHAT IT JAZZ APPRECIATION MONTH? Jazz Appreciation Month, set in April every year, is intended to draw public attention to the glories of jazz as both an historical and a living treasure. The idea is to encourage musicians, concert halls, schools, colleges, museums, libraries, jazz presenters and public broadcasters to offer special programs on jazz every April. In August 2003, at the behest of th
06/01/2026
🎶 June is here, and so is another week of incredible live jazz across DFW.
Find your next show, discover a new artist, and support the musicians keeping the music alive.
Know about a gig that's not on this list? Share it with us in the comments!
05/27/2026
🎷 Jazz Up Your Week
From neighborhood listening rooms to packed late-night stages, live jazz is happening across DFW all week long. Discover a new artist, revisit a favorite venue, and keep the music going.
👉 Visit www.JazzDallas.com to see what’s happening this week. 🎶
05/11/2026
🎷 Jazz up your week with live jazz all across DFW! From intimate wine bar sets to big band nights, jam sessions, and late-night grooves, there’s something happening every night this week.
Whether you’re heading to Dallas, Denton, Fort Worth, Mesquite, or The Colony, support local musicians and discover your next favorite jazz spot. ✨
Know someone with a jazz gig? D’JAM is proud to help spotlight the incredible local jazz community across North Texas — free of charge!
Visit JazzDallas.com for the full list of events and to submit upcoming gigs.
05/01/2026
🎷 Jazz Up Your Week
Thank you to all who celebrated Dallas Jazz Appreciation Month with us!! It may be over but the calendar’s full and the music’s calling—live jazz is happening all across DFW this week. Find a spot, settle in, and catch a set.
👉 Visit www.JazzDallas.com to explore more of what’s going on. 🎶
Don't see a gig you know about? Share it with us in the comments!
🎷 Jazz Up Your Week
Thank you to all who celebrated Dallas Jazz Appreciation Month with us!! It may be over but the calendar’s full and the music’s calling—live jazz is happening all across DFW this week. Find a spot, settle in, and catch a set.
👉 Visit www.JazzDallas.com to explore more of what’s going on. 🎶 (link in bio)
Don’t see a jazz gig you know about? Share it with the rest of us in the comments!
04/23/2026
The last week of Jazz Appreciation Month is here—but in DFW, the music never stops. 🎷
Live jazz is happening all across the metroplex, from intimate sets to big stages. Keep the celebration going, support local artists, and catch a show this week.
👉 Visit www.JazzDallas.com to find more. 🎶
With over 25 years of experience performing alongside artists like Don Henley and Doc Severinsen, bassist James Driscoll brings a rich, seasoned sound to the D’JAM Jazz Stroll. From the symphony stage to intimate jazz sets, his versatility shines through every note. His trio includes Davy Mooney on guitar and Stockton Helbing on drums.
📍 Playwright Irish Pub
🕰️ 4:30–5:20 PM
Andrea Wallace brings a stunning blend of jazz, gospel, and classical influences to the D’JAM Jazz Stroll. Her career includes performances alongside Stevie Wonder, Najee, and Kirk Whalum, along with a deep commitment to mentoring the next generation of artists.
📍 St. Paul United Methodist Church
🕰️ 1:30–2:20 PM
We can’t wait to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month with you all! Come out and see our local jazz cats at the D’JAM Jazz Stroll on April 25—music kicks off at 1 PM.
View the full schedule details at the link in our bio and plan your stroll!
04/06/2026
🎷 Jazz Up Your Week 🎶
DFW is stacked with live jazz this week — from standout touring artists to your favorite local spots, the music is happening every night. Step out, find a show, and be part of the scene.
👉 Visit www.JazzDallas.com to find more.