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Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club New England’s premier jazz and blues club, offering exceptional experiences in a historic Seacoast gem.
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Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club is located within a beautifully restored 1905 building at 135 Congress Street in the heart of historic downtown Portsmouth, New Hampshire. The mission of Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club is to provide guests with a one-of-a-kind, world-class experience featuring serious jazz and blues music served with exceptional cuisine. Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club features a spectacular and visually breathtaking environment engineered to deliver the highest quality acoustics while utilizing state-of-the-art production, sound and lighting technologies. An architecturally breathtaking center of arts and culture in the heart of historic Portsmouth, New Hampshire, Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club also offers a rare and spectacular venue to host important corporate functions, weddings, intimate or large-scale social gatherings, private parties, and memorable celebrations. The team at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club put heart and soul into creating a stunning full-service event space with new state-of-the-art production, sound and lighting technologies delivered with outstanding next-level culinary experiences. Our high-touch approach, provided by professional and experienced event staff, ensures that everything is tailored to exceed your expectations. To start a conversation about hosting your event at Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club, please call us at 888-603-5299 or email [email protected].

DANILO PÉREZ, BEN STREET, ADAM CRUZ TRIO: PANAMONK. “One of the most important jazz piano albums in history,” wrote Down...
10/13/2026

DANILO PÉREZ, BEN STREET, ADAM CRUZ TRIO: PANAMONK.

“One of the most important jazz piano albums in history,” wrote DownBeat about Grammy Award winner and Doris Duke Award Artist Danilo Pérez’s groundbreaking 1996 recording Panamonk, a work now recognized as pivotal in the evolution of Latin jazz.

This summer, Panamanian born pianist Danilo Pérez revisits the music of Panamonk on tour, performing Thelonious Monk’s compositions through a Caribbean lens with all-star veterans Ben Street and Adam Cruz.

When the trio performed this repertoire at Lincoln Center, The New York Times praised it as “exhilarating…moving…the essence was restrained, assured lyricism.”

Catch them at Jimmy's on Wednesday, 10/21!

Jimmy’s features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

10/13/2026

A three-time UK Blues Award nominee for “International Act of the Year” and winner of Classic Rock Magazine’s Blues Album of the Year, Bywater Call is a powerhouse seven-piece Southern soul and roots rock ensemble from Toronto, Canada.

Fronted by raw, powerful vocalist Meghan Parnell and guitarist Dave Barnes, the band features Bruce McCarthy (drums), Mike Meusel (bass), John Kervin (keys), Stephen Dyte (trumpet), and Julian Nalli (tenor sax).

Renowned for their explosive, emotion-fueled live shows and dynamic musicianship, Bywater Call has shared stages with Joe Bonamassa and Robert Randolph while touring relentlessly across North America and Europe.

Were so excited to have them return this week on Wednesday, 10/14!

Tickets available at jimmysoncongress.com and by calling the Box Office at 888-603-5299 ext. 1

Jimmy’s features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Warren Wolf is bringing his Christmas Vibes back to Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club on Wednesday, December 23rd in Portsmouth,...
10/11/2026

Warren Wolf is bringing his Christmas Vibes back to Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club on Wednesday, December 23rd in Portsmouth, NH!

Former Berklee College of Music faculty member and Christian McBride bandmate Warren Wolf is internationally recognized as one of modern jazz's premier vibraphonists and multi-instrumentalists.

Bringing his acclaimed Christmas Vibes holiday project to the stage, Wolf showcases his masterclass versatility on both the vibes and piano. Serving up a swing-heavy, soul-infused soundtrack of Yuletide cheer, Wolf delivers a festive performance packed with infectious grooves, virtuosic chops, and sophisticated holiday magic for jazz lovers of all generations.

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

The Bean Tones make their Jimmy's debut on Friday, December 18th in Portsmouth, NH!Formed at Berklee College of Music an...
10/10/2026

The Bean Tones make their Jimmy's debut on Friday, December 18th in Portsmouth, NH!

Formed at Berklee College of Music and now based in Los Angeles, The Bean Tones are an acclaimed vocal jazz quartet blending vintage close-harmony traditions with a fresh, modern aesthetic.

Drawing inspiration from mid-century icons like The Four Freshmen and The Hi-Lo's, the quartet delivers rich four-part vocal harmonies, smooth instrumentation, and irresistible stage charisma. Touring in support of their brand-new Holiday EP of all-original seasonal music, The Bean Tones serve up a festive performance packed with original holiday arrangements, nostalgic 1940s and 50s vocal stylings, and timeless jazz sophistication.

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Cherish The Ladies are returning to Jimmy's for another Celtic Christmas on Wednesday, December 16th in Portsmouth, NH!G...
10/10/2026

Cherish The Ladies are returning to Jimmy's for another Celtic Christmas on Wednesday, December 16th in Portsmouth, NH!

Grammy-nominated and crowned Top North American Celtic Group at the Irish Music Awards, Cherish the Ladies is one of the most celebrated ensembles in Irish music history.

Led by NEA National Heritage Fellow Joanie Madden, this world-class, all-female supergroup brings their acclaimed A Celtic Christmas celebration to the stage. Drawing from three hit holiday albums, they transform classic carols like 'O Come All Ye Faithful' and 'Silent Night' with signature Celtic instrumentation, lush vocal harmonies, and breathtaking step dancing. Praised by The New York Times as "passionate, tender, and rambunctious," they deliver an unforgettable, spirit-lifting holiday spectacle.

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Come see Kandace Springs at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club on Saturday, December 12th for two shows!Winner of the prestigious...
10/09/2026

Come see Kandace Springs at Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club on Saturday, December 12th for two shows!

Winner of the prestigious Deutscher JazzPreis for Best Vocal Album of the Year and praised by The New Yorker and DownBeat, soul-jazz vocalist and pianist Kandace Springs is one of her generation's premier performers.

Mentored by Prince and having shared stages with Norah Jones, Herbie Hancock, and Christian McBride, Springs showcases material from her deeply personal album Run Your Race, a heartfelt tribute to her late father, Nashville soul icon S**t Springs. Accompanied by her all-female rhythm section, Springs delivers a soulful, masterclass performance blending original compositions, sultry jazz, and timeless classic standards.

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Albert Cummings returns to Jimmy's on Wednesday, December 9th in Portsmouth, NH!Scoring a #1 Billboard Blues Album with...
10/09/2026

Albert Cummings returns to Jimmy's on Wednesday, December 9th in Portsmouth, NH!

Scoring a #1 Billboard Blues Album with his latest release, Strong, powerhouse guitarist, singer, and songwriter Albert Cummings stands as one of modern blues-rock's most formidable live performers.

First championed by Stevie Ray Vaughan's legendary rhythm section, Double Trouble, who backed and produced his breakout debut, Cummings has built a career on raw emotion, muscular guitar work, and relentless stage energy. Blending traditional blues with hard-driving rock, soul, and roadhouse grit, Cummings delivers a masterclass performance packed with searing solos and soaring, emotive vocals.

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

THIS LINE UP!!! RON BLAKE AND FRIENDS featuring: Gillian Margot, Eli Brueggemann, Richie Goods, Curtis Nowosad and Patri...
10/09/2026

THIS LINE UP!!! RON BLAKE AND FRIENDS featuring: Gillian Margot, Eli Brueggemann, Richie Goods, Curtis Nowosad and Patrick Faherty!

Join us on Thursday, October 15 for an incredible night of live music celebrating Jimmy's Jazz and Blues Club turning FIVE.

WAIT THERE'S MORE:
Join us in The Gallery from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM for an exclusive Pre-Show Celebration! Enjoy live music, a full cocktail bar, and a featured W**e and Bubbles tasting by Southern Glazer, paired with complimentary light bites.

The first 50 guests will receive a FREE 5th Anniversary commemorative t-shirt! Plus, enter our special raffle for a chance to win artwork by owner Michael Labrie. Relive the journey with a retrospective slideshow highlighting our favorite moments, milestones, and memories over the last five years. No additional tickets required for this celebration. DON'T MISS OUT!

Tickets for the Ron Blake and Friends show are on sale through our website jimmysoncongress.com or by calling the Box Office at 888-603-5299 ext. 1.

David Benoit is coming to Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club on Tuesday, December 8th in Portsmouth, NH!A three-time Grammy nomin...
10/08/2026

David Benoit is coming to Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club on Tuesday, December 8th in Portsmouth, NH!

A three-time Grammy nominee and foundational pillar of contemporary jazz, pianist, composer, and arranger David Benoit has shaped the genre for four decades. With multiple #1 Billboard-charting albums, including classics Freedom at Midnight and Waiting for Spring, Benoit has recorded over 40 solo projects and scored iconic Peanuts animated specials.

He has conducted symphonies worldwide, including the Los Angeles Philharmonic and London Symphony. Showcasing material from his big band album Timeless, Benoit delivers an unforgettable masterclass in melodic elegance, cinematic flair, and virtuosic jazz piano craftsmanship.

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Saxophone master Grace Kelly is coming back to Jimmy's on Sunday, December 6th for two shows!A former member of The Late...
10/08/2026

Saxophone master Grace Kelly is coming back to Jimmy's on Sunday, December 6th for two shows!

A former member of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert house band, winner of the 2023 DownBeat Critics Poll, and the youngest member of the Berklee College of Music Board of Trustees, singer-saxophonist Grace Kelly is a powerhouse prodigy shaking up the jazz world. Kelly is releasing her 16th album, 'Missing Piece', this fall!

Jimmy's features a full-service restaurant, and food is available for purchase at every performance. Doors open at 5:30 PM, when you can order dinner directly from your ticketed seat, no separate dinner reservations needed! Kitchen service runs from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

Address

135 Congress Street
Portsmouth, NH
03801

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 6pm
Tuesday 11am - 6pm
Wednesday 11am - 6pm
Thursday 11am - 6pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+18886035299

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