Hoyt Sherman Place has announced the return of the Jazz in July concert series with four dates. Each of the concerts are free and take place outside. Patrons are encouraged to bring a blanket and lawn chairs to spread out and enjoy the music outside except on July 28. Attendees will be able to purchase food as well as beverages provided by the venue on site. Events will go on, rain or shine.

Below are the dates and times for the 2026 series:

Tuesday, July 7

5:30-6:15 PM     Creative Music Studio (CMS) Student Group outside on John & Penny Krantz Stage

6:30-8:15 PM    NOLA Jazz Band with Abbie Sawyer outside on EMC Plaza Stage

Tuesday, July 14

5:30-6:15 PM    Community Jazz Center (CJC) Youth Group outside on John & Penny Krantz Stage

6:30-8:15 PM    The Mangione Collective outside on EMC Plaza Stage

Tuesday, July 21

5:30-6:15 PM    WDM Valley High School Jazz Combo outside on John & Penny Krantz Stage

6:30-8:15 PM    Carson Parker Quartet featuring Avi Gedler outside on EMC Plaza Stage

Tuesday, July 28

5:30-7:15 PM    Phillips, Towne, and D’Angelo Organ Trio with special guest Matt Landon outside on EMC Plaza Stage

7:30-9:00 PM     The Robert Espe Big Band presents “A Gentle Man: Kenny Wheeler” inside on Theater Stage feat. Large and Small Ensembles and special guest Avi Gedler