Arturo Sandoval

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

“This astonishing trumpeter, pianist, and composer has inspired audiences in every corner of the world and awakened a new generation of great performers,” said President Barack Obama of the legendary jazz musician Arturo Sandoval. The Cuban native’s decade-spanning career has earned him 4 Grammy Awards, the Presidential Medal of Freedom, and countless other accolades for his...

$35 – $45

Desiree Roots: Celebrating Nancy Wilson

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

Virginia native and vocal powerhouse Desiree Roots pays tribute to Nancy Wilson, one of the great female jazz and pop voices of the 20th century, in an intimate cabaret setting—just in time for Mother’s Day weekend! The Grammy-winning Wilson transcended genres throughout her career, just as Roots has done on stage as a solo performer...

$35 – $45

Desiree Roots: Celebrating Nancy Wilson

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

Virginia native and vocal powerhouse Desiree Roots pays tribute to Nancy Wilson, one of the great female jazz and pop voices of the 20th century, in an intimate cabaret setting—just in time for Mother’s Day weekend! The Grammy-winning Wilson transcended genres throughout her career, just as Roots has done on stage as a solo performer...

$35 – $45

757 Extravaganza & Marketplace

Hampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United States

The Hampton Jazz Festival retail and after party experience. Where music meets art, The 757 Extravaganza Marketplace is alive with our creative culture and jazzy energy! The Hampton Roads Convention Center is perfect to explore an array of local artisans’ traditional and modern crafts, along with retail items and other amazing finds. For more information,...

Event Series Hampton Jazz Festival

Hampton Jazz Festival

The Hampton Coliseum will enjoy a soulful weekend of unforgettable entertainment. This highly anticipated event will feature the top jazz, pop, R&B, and blues performers in the nation. Some notable performers are Charlie Wilson, Avery Sunshine, Fantasia, Babyface, Kenny G, Peter White and many more!

$75 – $100

Jazz Legacy Foundation Gala Weekend

Hampton Roads Convention Center 1610 Coliseum Dr, Hampton, VA, United States

NOVEMBER 9-12, 2023 LINEUP​ November 8, 2023 Wednesday Official Pre -Party - Roger Brown's High St. Portsmouth, VA Tom Browne Bela Dona November 9, 2023 Kick Off Thursday Damien Escobar Bob Baldwin / Ragan Whiteside The Fellas Feat: Marcus Anderson | Nathan Mitchell | Julian Vaughan | Lin Rountree | Nicholas Cole ​November 10, 2023...

Event Series Goosemas

Goosemas

Hampton Coliseum 1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA, United States

Goose — Rick Mitarotonda , Peter Anspach , Trevor Weekz , Ben Atkind , and Jeff Arevalo — fluidly traverse genres with head-spinning hooks, technical fireworks, and the kind of chemistry only possible among small town and longtime friends. Following 2016’s moon cabin, the Norwalk, CT quintet quietly took flight, playing countless shows during their...

Squirrel Nut Zippers Christmas Caravan

The American Theatre 125 East Mellen St, Hampton, VA, United States

The Squirrel Nut Zippers are an American swing band that formed in Chapel Hill, North Carolina in 1993. Their music style is a mix of Delta blues, gypsy jazz, 1930s swing, klezmer, and other styles. The term “Nut Zippers” is a southern term for a variety of old bootleg moonshine and the band’s name comes...

Event Series Goosemas

Goosemas

Hampton Coliseum 1000 Coliseum Drive, Hampton, VA, United States

Goose — Rick Mitarotonda , Peter Anspach , Trevor Weekz , Ben Atkind , and Jeff Arevalo — fluidly traverse genres with head-spinning hooks, technical fireworks, and the kind of chemistry only possible among small town and longtime friends. Following 2016’s moon cabin, the Norwalk, CT quintet quietly took flight, playing countless shows during their...