# Upcoming Jazz Fest, Concerts & Events 2026 In Akron

- **Subtitle**: Explore the world of jazz; from live jazz nights to jazz concerts in Akron this weekend, there is everything in this genre that will fit you just right.
- **Category**: Jazz
- **Display Name**: Jazz concerts events
- **Type**: other

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Indulge in the soulful music with jazz nights in [CITY]. Weekdays or weekends, enter the lovely musical world with some very beautiful jazz events in [CITY]. Go to a bar, restaurant or a theatre near you that host jazz nights; spend some quality time with your people amidst the music. If you are a lover of this music genre then you have to attend the biggest jazz festivals in [CITY] when the artists tour or the bands perform. Don’t miss boogie woogie-ing or keeping it Latin with the best jazz music events in [CITY].
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## Jazz Events in Akron

- **Event Name**: Gerald Albright at Lock 3
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Gerald Albright at Lock 3, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Lock 3 in the heart of Akron, OH for an event that defies expectations. 📅 On
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/gerald-albright-at-lock-3/2400029853060822
  - **Venue**: Lock 3
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- **Event Name**: UA JazzWeek presents "Bonegasm" ft. Jennifer Wharton
  - **Description**: JazzWeek 26: Overjoyed - April 13 to April 16, 2026, is a week-long festival that takes place on and around The University of Akron campus, uniting students, faculty, musicians, and community members. Come enjoy JazzWeek with us on Tuesday, April 14th at
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  - **Date**: Tue Apr 14 2026 at 07:30 pm – Tue Apr 14 2026 at 10:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/ua-jazzweek-presents-bonegasm-ft-jennifer-wharton/200029886669927
  - **Venue**: 47 E Market St, Akron, OH
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, festivals, art, theatre
- **Event Name**: David Bixler - Trio Incognito
  - **Description**: NYC, Alto-saxophonist, composer, and educator, David Bixler, brings his Trio Incognito to BLU Jazz+ on Thursday, April 30th! Featuring Dan Loomis (bass) and Fabio Rojas (percussion).  

Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm  
Tickets: $20 General Admission  

After
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 30 2026 at 08:00 pm – Thu Apr 30 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/david-bixler-trio-incognito/200029920237132
  - **Venue**: 47 E Market St, Akron, OH
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, art, performances, health-wellness, literary-art
- **Event Name**: UA JazzWeek presents Jennifer Wharton's Bonegasm
  - **Description**: JazzWeek 26: Overjoyed - April 13 to April 16, 2026, is a week-long festival that takes place on and around The University of Akron campus, uniting students, faculty, musicians, and community members. Come enjoy JazzWeek with us on Tuesday, April 14th at
  - **Date**: Tue Apr 14 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/ua-jazzweek-presents-jennifer-whartons-bonegasm/200029920075706
  - **Venue**: BLU Jazz+
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Festivals
- **Event Name**: Rayr Image
  - **Description**: House Three Thirty’s live events and entertainment proudly presents Akron’s own R&B group, The Rayr Image Band.About this EventHouse Three Thirty’s live events and entertainment proudly presents Akron’s own R&B gr
  - **Date**: Sat Jun 13 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Jun 13 2026 at 10:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/rayr-image/100001982888246122
  - **Venue**: 532 W Market St
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  - **Price**: USD 33 to 105
  - **Categories**: entertainment, music, dance
- **Event Name**: The Joe Augustine Trio
  - **Description**: Thank you to all the patrons who supported the Jazz at the Library 2025 season with the Joe Augustine trio.

All performances begin at 2:00 pm in the theatre at the Akron/Summit County Library, 60 South High Street, Akron OH. 44326.

Featuring:
Joe August
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 12 2026 (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/the-joe-augustine-trio/200029619885049
  - **Venue**: Akron-Summit County Public Library
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, business, art, theatre
- **Event Name**: Danjo Jazz Orchestra at Jilly's Music Room
  - **Description**: Andrew Wegierski & the Danjo Jazz Orchestra return to Jilly's Music Room once again! This performance is FREE to attend. Your tips & donations are appreciated and directly help to pay the musicians!

Reserve a seat: [TBA]

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  - **Date**: Thu May 28 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/danjo-jazz-orchestra-at-jillys-music-room/200029738205552
  - **Venue**: Jilly's Music Room
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, jazz, nonprofit
- **Event Name**: Rubber City Jazz & Blues Festival Presents Gerald Albright
  - **Description**: Nearby AttractionsGerald Albright has 3 upcoming events.Seatmaphttps://mapsapi.tmol.io/maps/geometry/3/event/0500646DB74FBC36/staticImage?type=png&systemId=HOST
  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/rubber-city-jazz-and-blues-festival-presents-gerald-albright/210004326317062
  - **Venue**: Lock 3 Live
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  - **Categories**: Music
- **Event Name**: Joe Henderson Tribute Concert ft. Dave Thomas, Garrett Folger, Max Schlenk, Zaire Darden
  - **Description**: Join us as we celebrate and pay tribute to one of the greatest saxophonists in jazz history. The night will feature music off of Joe Henderson’s album In N’ Out and Larry Young’s album Unity, in sequential as the songs are presenting on the records.   

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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:00 pm – Sat Apr 18 2026 at 11:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/joe-henderson-tribute-concert-ft-dave-thomas-garrett-folger-max-schlenk-zaire-darden/200029920240702
  - **Venue**: 47 E Market St, Akron, OH
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Concerts
- **Event Name**: Oikos Jazz Ensemble: Earth Walk
  - **Description**: A CELEBRATION OF MOTHER EARTH

There are many creation stories that have arisen from just about every culture. The most familiar is found in the book of Genesis in the Judeo-Christian tradition. But there are others. Ancient Chinese myths speak of a cosmi
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/oikos-jazz-ensemble-earth-walk/200029874339056
  - **Venue**: 292 E Market St, Akron, OH, United States, Ohio 44308
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts
- **Event Name**: The University of Akron JazzWeek Presents: Sharel Cassity
  - **Description**: Sale Dates and Times:

Public Onsale : Wed, 28 Jan 2026 at 10:00 AM
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (-04:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/akron/the-university-of-akron-jazzweek-presents-sharel-cassity/200029784672408
  - **Venue**: E.J. Thomas Hall at the University of Akron
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  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://youtu.be/3RnPhdEZLII  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/2f3ded00-8bbe-11f0-99c
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  - **Venue**: Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens
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- **Event Name**: Sting at EJ Thomas Hall
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at Sting at EJ Thomas Hall, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of EJ Thomas Hall in dynamic Akron, OH, this even
  - **Venue**: EJ Thomas Hall
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- **Event Name**: Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: EJ Thomas Hall
🏠 Address: 198 Hill Street, Akron, OH 44325
🌆 City: Akron
📍 Location: 41.0785, -81.5153🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Alison Krauss & Union Station with Jerry Douglas, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ L
  - **Venue**: EJ Thomas Hall
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  - **Venue**: E.J. Thomas Hall - The University of Akron
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- **Event Name**: Stuff You Should Know Podcast - Akron
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Goodyear Theater
🏠 Address: 1201 East Market Street, Akron, OH 44305
🌆 City: Akron
📍 Location: 41.066, -81.4818✨ Discover the extraordinary at Stuff You Should Know Podcast - Akron, where magic meets reality in ways you've never
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  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Alison Krauss and Union Station, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic E.J. Thomas Hall in Akron, OH sets the perfect stage for an un
  - **Venue**: E.J. Thomas Hall
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  - **Description**: Akron City Revival — Prodigals Come Home isn’t just an event — it’s a movement rising in our city 🔥

On April 17, thousands will gather at University of Akron’s James A. Rhodes Arena for a powerful night of Spirit-led worship 🎶, bold preaching 📖, and life
  - **Venue**: 373 Carroll Street Akron, OH 44325-0019 United States
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- **Event Name**: The BLVD BLOCK PARTY
  - **Description**: FREE! Parade, Live music, food, vendors, & family fun!The BLVD Block Party is a free, community celebration along Kenmore BLVD featuring food, live music, family activities, art, and local vendors in a festival-style street part
  - **Venue**: Kenmore Boulevard
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** Gerald Albright at Lock 3 (Sat Sep 12 2026 at Lock 3), UA JazzWeek presents "Bonegasm" ft. Jennifer Wharton (Tue Apr 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at 47 E Market St, Akron, OH), David Bixler - Trio Incognito (Thu Apr 30 2026 at 08:00 pm at 47 E Market St, Akron, OH), UA JazzWeek presents Jennifer Wharton's Bonegasm (Tue Apr 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at BLU Jazz+), Rayr Image (Sat Jun 13 2026 at 07:00 pm at 532 W Market St).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Akron today April 12, 2026?
  - **A:** The Joe Augustine Trio (Sun Apr 12 2026 at Akron-Summit County Public Library).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Akron this weekend April 10–12, 2026?
  - **A:** The Joe Augustine Trio (Sun Apr 12 2026 at Akron-Summit County Public Library).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Akron in April 2026?
  - **A:** UA JazzWeek presents "Bonegasm" ft. Jennifer Wharton (Tue Apr 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at 47 E Market St, Akron, OH), David Bixler - Trio Incognito (Thu Apr 30 2026 at 08:00 pm at 47 E Market St, Akron, OH), UA JazzWeek presents Jennifer Wharton's Bonegasm (Tue Apr 14 2026 at 07:30 pm at BLU Jazz+), The Joe Augustine Trio (Sun Apr 12 2026 at Akron-Summit County Public Library), Joe Henderson Tribute Concert ft. Dave Thomas, Garrett Folger, Max Schlenk, Zaire Darden (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 08:00 pm at 47 E Market St, Akron, OH).
- **Q**: How can I find Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Jazz events in Akron on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Jazz events in Akron include Lock 3, 47 E Market St, Akron, OH, BLU Jazz+.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** Prices for Jazz events in Akron range from USD 33 to USD 105. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Jazz events in Akron include Vivid Events, BLU Jazz+, Jennifer Wharton’s Bonegasm.
- **Q**: Are there any online Jazz events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Jazz events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Jazz events in Akron?
  - **A:** Follow the Jazz category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Jazz events are listed in Akron.

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