# Upcoming Jazz Fest, Concerts & Events 2026 In Canberra

- **Subtitle**: Explore the world of jazz; from live jazz nights to jazz concerts in Canberra 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].
Discover the best of the jazz world with us and book your tickets before it runs out.

## Jazz Events in Canberra

- **Event Name**: Canb Jazz Fest 2026
  - **Description**: The inaugural Canb Jazz Fest, 2026!!!

Canberra needs a jazz festival and Smith's is going to give it a red hot go. With dual headliners Vince Jones and The Vampires augmented by a who's who of the incredible (previously somewhat secretive) local jazz sce
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 am – Sun Apr 19 2026 at 12:00 pm (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/canb-jazz-fest-2026/200029785530638
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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- **Event Name**: Canberra Big Band Collective presents 'Autumn Leaves: A Big Band Affair'
  - **Description**: Canberra Big Band Collective presents: 'Autumn Leaves' with Traxion Big Band and In Full Swing.

Join two of Canberra's hottest big bands as they heat up the evening with a stellar repertoire of big band music for all tastes. Each band will feature talent
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 06:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/canberra-big-band-collective-presents-autumn-leaves-a-big-band-affair/200029763311004
  - **Venue**: Belconnen Community Centre Swanson Ctr
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- **Event Name**: BLUE TRAIN: A Coltrane Centenary Celebration
  - **Description**: $30/20

One of the greatest albums in jazz, performed live and in full
Geoff’s Jazz at Smith’s presents:

ALEX RAUPACH trumpet
JOHN MACKEY tenor saxophone
RHYS MOORE trombone
HUGH BARRETT piano
MAX ALDUCA bass
MARK SUTTON drums

Performing Coltrane’s Blue
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  - **Date**: Wed May 06 2026 at 09:00 am – Wed May 06 2026 at 11:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/blue-train-a-coltrane-centenary-celebration/200029938712302
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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- **Event Name**: The Razzlers @ Smiths as part of the CANB Jazz Fest
  - **Description**: The Razzlers plays 1920s and 30s jazz with an ear and an eye to dance styles from the period. We invite the Balboa dancers (and anyone else who's game!) of Canberra to see if they can keep up!
All are welcome however to come and enjoy the music, dancing a
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  - **Date**: Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/the-razzlers-smiths-as-part-of-the-canb-jazz-fest/200029938712712
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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  - **Categories**: festivals, music, entertainment, jazz
- **Event Name**: Ben van Gelder & Reinier Baas
  - **Description**: Saxophonist Ben van Gelder and guitarist Reinier Baas proudly announce the release of their third collaborative record, ‘This Is Water’. This album is a testament to their unique artistic synergy, drawing from a shared musical vocabulary developed during
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  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 06:00 am – Sat May 30 2026 at 08:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/ben-van-gelder-and-reinier-baas/200029680471240
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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  - **Categories**: music, art, entertainment, sports, fine-arts, literary-art, live-music
- **Event Name**: Oliver Djurkovic 4tet Nostalgia: Album Launch
  - **Description**: Following the release of his debut album Dreamin, Oliver Djurkovic returns with his second album, Nostalgia.

This new project takes a more introspective approach, reflecting on themes of growing up in Serbia and returning to Australia. Blending personal
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 08:00 am – Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/oliver-djurkovic-4tet-nostalgia-album-launch/200029884599716
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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- **Event Name**: BYWAYS
  - **Description**: $20/15

After the raging success of their initial performance Ben Marston, Chris Pound and Nick McBride return with a series of monthly concerts.

Continuing with a free-flowing approach to jazz improvisation the trio will present a set of music designed
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  - **Date**: Thu Apr 23 2026 at 09:30 am – Thu Apr 23 2026 at 11:30 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/byways/200029938712157
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, concerts
- **Event Name**: Ten For Ten - Simon Halabi
  - **Description**: $20/15

One night only. Be the first to experience the debut album Ten for Ten by local jazz pianist, vocalist and songwriter Simon Halabi. He is joined by his band of local top-tier musicians Jeremy Tsuei on bass and Somesh Putcha on drums. Featuring ten
  - **Date**: Fri May 08 2026 at 09:30 am – Fri May 08 2026 at 11:30 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/ten-for-ten-simon-halabi/200029922317531
  - **Venue**: Smith's Alternative
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Rhythm Capital @ Canberra Jazz Club, Jamison
  - **Description**: Rhythm Capital are stretching out to a 7-pce band for our performance for the Canberra Jazz Club! 
3 hrs of music, with some special selections from our recent trad jazz and Sinatra/Armstrong shows! 
Always fun! 
Free! But best to book a table.
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  - **Date**: Sun May 17 2026 at 03:00 am (+10:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/canberra/rhythm-capital-canberra-jazz-club-jamison/200029873642804
  - **Venue**: Southern Cross Club Jamison
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  - **Venue**: Qudos Bank Arena
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  - **Venue**: Canberra Theatre Centre, Civic Square/London Cct, Canberra, ACT, Australia, Australian Capital Territory 2601
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  - **Venue**: Royal Canberra Theatre
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  - **Venue**: Qudos Bank Arena
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Jazz events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Canb Jazz Fest 2026 (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 am at Smith's Alternative), Canberra Big Band Collective presents 'Autumn Leaves: A Big Band Affair' (Sun May 03 2026 at 06:00 am at Belconnen Community Centre Swanson Ctr), BLUE TRAIN: A Coltrane Centenary Celebration (Wed May 06 2026 at 09:00 am at Smith's Alternative), The Razzlers @ Smiths as part of the CANB Jazz Fest (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am at Smith's Alternative), Ben van Gelder & Reinier Baas (Sat May 30 2026 at 06:00 am at Smith's Alternative).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Canberra today April 18, 2026?
  - **A:** Canb Jazz Fest 2026 (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 am at Smith's Alternative).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Canberra this weekend April 17–19, 2026?
  - **A:** Canb Jazz Fest 2026 (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 am at Smith's Alternative), The Razzlers @ Smiths as part of the CANB Jazz Fest (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am at Smith's Alternative).
- **Q**: What Jazz events are happening in Canberra in April 2026?
  - **A:** Canb Jazz Fest 2026 (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 05:00 am at Smith's Alternative), The Razzlers @ Smiths as part of the CANB Jazz Fest (Sun Apr 19 2026 at 04:00 am at Smith's Alternative), Oliver Djurkovic 4tet Nostalgia: Album Launch (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 08:00 am at Smith's Alternative), BYWAYS (Thu Apr 23 2026 at 09:30 am at Smith's Alternative).
- **Q**: How can I find Jazz events in Canberra?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Jazz events in Canberra 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 Canberra?
  - **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 Canberra?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Jazz events in Canberra include Smith's Alternative, Belconnen Community Centre Swanson Ctr, Southern Cross Club Jamison.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Jazz events in Canberra?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Jazz events in Canberra include Smith's Alternative, Canberra Big Band Collective, Rhythm Capital.
- **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 Canberra?
  - **A:** Follow the Jazz category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Jazz events are listed in Canberra.

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