The Jazz Kitchen (@thejazzkitchen)

ESTA NOCHE. 30 años. 🔥 Doors 7 PM · Latin dinner buffet 7–10 · Cocktail attire Nos vemos en la pista. 🎟 thejazzkitchen.com #LatinDanceParty #IndyLatino #Indianapolis #TheJazzKitchen

Why they keep coming back, semana tras semana. 💃🕺 The music. The people. The outfits. La comunidad. 30 años de Latin Dance Party, este sábado. DJs Marco Dominguez (founder), Gil, LatinSpy, Rican & Mambo Sound + live sets from Grupo Bembé, Son de Esquina con Juan Manuel, 317 Proyecto and Hombres…

Every Thursday for 30 years. This Saturday, Oct 17, we celebrate. 🎉 David Allee, owner of The Jazz Kitchen, on what this night means. Hace 30 años, Indianapolis no tenía dónde bailar como en casa. Then came Latin Dance Party, and the floor never emptied. Gracias a todos. Let's keep it going…

Get ready for a powerhouse night of hard-hitting rhythms and brilliant brass! Pocket-perfect grooves, soaring saxophone lines and a trombone that hits different. Rob Dixon & Trilogy featuring Vick Luna will be turning up the heat for the night! July 31 - 7P + 9:30P - ONE NIGHT ONLY. Secure your…

Robert Glasper. Beyoncé. Erykah Badu. Common. Grammy-winning trumpeter Keyon Harrold has played alongside all of them - and he played every note of Miles on film. Sunday, July 26 at The Jazz Kitchen. Two shows: 5p and 8p. Tickets through the link in our bio.

D'Angelo. John Mayer. The Isley Brothers. Patti LaBelle. Isaiah Sharkey has played alongside all of them - and won a Grammy doing it. Saturday, July 25 at The Jazz Kitchen. Two shows: 7p and 9:30p. Tickets through the link in bio.

"sound that echoes grace and unity" - The New York Times "The music tells me what to do... I'm not making it, it's making us." - Brian Blade. Hear it live. Brian Blade & The Fellowship Band at The Jazz Kitchen, July 24. Two shows: 7p and 9:30p. Tickets through the link in our bio.

The Naptown Trombone Collective is back at The Jazz Kitchen! 🎺✨ Join us as Indy’s finest trombonists pay tribute to the hometown legend who started it all: the incomparable JJ Johnson. From swinging bebop standards to gorgeous ballads and original film scores, it’s going to be an unforgettable…

Folks on July 17 & 18 you will be dealing with an absolute powerhouse supergroup on our stage! The lineup features Jeff Lorber (the pioneer of smooth jazz), Everette Harp (who has played with everyone from Aretha Franklin to Bill Clinton), and Paul Jackson Jr. (the literal guitarist on Michael…

When a legendary gospel artist like Lamar Campbell steps into The Jazz Kitchen, the vibe is usually unmatched—a perfect blend of deep, soulful worship and smooth, sophisticated musicianship. Join the Minister of Music for Mt. Carmel Church for an unforgettable experience on July 12. 2 intimate…

Bridging the gap between sophisticated tradition and bold contemporary flair. Goens brings a world-class energy honed through performances with legends like Walter Smith III and the Glenn Miller Orchestra. A swinging highlight of the season! Cassius Goens III - drums Akili Ni Mali - vocals Lamont…

Valerie Phelps is releasing her new album, “Project 7” on July 10 Is “a vibrant tapestry of original songs written by Valerie during a profound era of self-discovery.” Secure your spot today through the link in our bio. June 10 @ 7 + 9:30pm

These queens are showing off for one night only to help us make the most of this holiday weekend! A night of soul and dancing, backed by a powerhouse band. Join us! Ft. Staci McCrakin, Goldie Ingram, and Racheal Martin-Clark July 3 @ 7 + 9:30pm Secure your spot now through the link in our bio!

If you live for the energy of an authentic, intimate blues club, this is your night. 🥃 Independent powerhouse Jennie DeVoe is bringing her signature "Joplin-esque" rasp to The Jazz Kitchen. Expect world-weary blues, explosive vocals, and the kind of intimate storytelling that makes you feel like…

A heartfelt tribute reinterpreting the legend's iconic works through today's Afro-Cuban jazz language. Michael Rodriguez, trumpet Robert Rodriguez, piano Matt Brewer, bass Jimmy Macbride, drums Roberto Vizcaino Jr., percussion June 28 - 2 Shows 6 + 8:30pm Tickets link in bio.

A night of masterful trumpet power, brought to you by John Raymond, Ashlin Parker, Bijon Watson, & Scott Belck setting up for an incredible, brass-heavy night! June 26 @ 7 + 9:30pm Get your tickets now through the link in our bio.

Recognized as “one helluva guitar player” by legends like Bruce Springsteen. Rock, blues & jazz electric power = an electric night. June 21 @ 5:30 + 8pm Get your tickets now through the link in our bio.

Prepare for a rhythmic odyssey as we honor the enduring legacy of West African icons like Fela Kuti and Manu Dibango. SleepyNap Vibes presents Blue Bergamont. Be in the room when this happens! June 20 @ 7 + 9:30pm Tickets link in bio.

3x Grammy-nominated Acoustic Alchemy brings their signature melodic chemistry to the stage. Seamlessly fusing nylon and steel-string guitars with world music, funk, and soft rock, these masters of melody deliver a live set that is as feisty as it is deeply soulful. Greg Carmichael - nylon guitar…

Guitarist Preston Fox takes the stage to deliver a fresh, electrified perspective on the legendary Thelonious Monk. Balancing Monk’s infamous playful wit with fearless, soulful and eccentric improvisation. Preston Fox - guitar Sean Imboden - tenor saxophone Jesse Wittman - bass Yusef Alsatie…

We know that “Summer” album was the soundtrack to so many great memories! Let Blackberry Jam and Teresa Reynolds bring it all back to you for one really fun night! #DonnaSummer #indydance June 14 @ 6:30pm Tickets link in bio.

Two masters trade licks. 🎷🔥 When Michael Lington and Paul Taylor share the stage, it’s not just a concert—it’s an event. With over 25 chart-topping albums between them, these two saxophone titans bring decades of soul, urban rhythms, and high-energy improvisation to the room. Expect Lington’s…

Celebrate with Director’s Jazz Orchestra and Chris Taylor the 25th milestone anniversary of great music! One night only. June 9 @ 7pm Get your tickets now. https://calendar.thejazzkitchen.com/shows/directors-jazz-orchestra-25th-anniversary-celebration-09-jun

A night of pure fire! A special performance that promises to be an explosive introduction to their new era —new music and full tour dates …this night is where it all begins. June 5 @ 7 + 10pm Secure your spot now through the link in our bio.

Just the songs, exactly as they are — and the voice carrying all of it. Precision, emotion, and nothing in between. This is as close as it gets. May 30 Secure your seats through the link in our bio.

Energetic, fiery performances, much in the vein of the modern pyro-technicians of today’s Latin Jazz world. Led by Pavel Polanco-Safadit. May 29 Buy your tickets through the link in our bio.

The pioneer of the “crossover sound.” From Nautilus to now — his influence all around us. One of the most vital and influential figures in music history. Few rooms get this close to his magic. Two nights. Four shows. May 22–23 Get tickets through the link in our bio.

Dynamic. Multi-styled. Led by GRAMMY-award winning Howard Levy. Howard Levy: diatonic harmonica, keyboard, bamboo flute Chris Siebold: electric and acoustic guitars Joshua Ramos: electric bass Luiz Ewerling: drums Secure your spot now through the link in our bio. May 17 @ 6 + 8:30pm

Listen up, Indy! She commanded the horn for Beyoncé. Now, she’s commanding the room. Unapologetic. Unstoppable. TIA FULLER. May 16 Get your tickets through the link in our bio.

This is our way to celebrate Miles Davis Centennial: A high-voltage tribute featuring Derrick Gardner and John Raymond. May 15 @ 7 + 9:30pm Buy Tickets through the link in our bio.