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Jazz Showcase

Jazz and Blues Venue
Dearborn Park, Chicago
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    The experts at Time Out Chicago and Explore Chicago recommend this place
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    Luis L.
    "Great live jazz venue."(3 Tips)
    Katy M.
    "an excellent experience if you are a fan of the classic jazz"(2 Tips)
    MetroSeeker.com
    "Sunday matinee at 4 p.m. is always a kid friendly show!"(2 Tips)
    Chicagoist
    "Jazz Showcase is cozy, sounds great and has amazing sight lines."(2 Tips)
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  • Explore Chicago
    Explore ChicagoAugust 17, 2011
    At the Jazz Showcase you’ll not only enjoy historically fine music, but in a location that’s the second oldest jazz club in the country! Bring your kids (for free) to Sunday matinees at 4pm. Read more
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    Luis LopezNovember 22, 2014
    Great live jazz venue. I went there while on vacation and went on a Wednesday night which was free. Mark Colby was performing that night, the club has this dark alley mobster vibe which I loved :-)
  • Chicagoist
    ChicagoistAugust 1, 2014
    Jazz Showcase is cozy, sounds great and has amazing sight lines. Sit back and tear into a couple martinis as you enjoy some adventurous music. Read more
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    michelle jimenezDecember 23, 2014
    Very intimate place to listen to amazing music! I'm never disappointed. Sitting is very limited but if you show up early you can get good seats.
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    TheJazzAficionado BookerDecember 18, 2014
    When you're in Chicago, Joe Segal’s world famous Jazz Showcase is a must, come and meet Joe and his son Wayne where you will enjoy fine live jazz and a great venue.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoJanuary 25, 2012
    Since moving to swank new digs in 2008, the Showcase has easily reestablished its reputation for bringing in top-shelf talent like David Holland and Mose Allison. Read more
  • BET
    BETFebruary 1, 2013
    This is the oldest jazz club in Chicago & features many famous musicians. In honor of Black History, see noteworthy examples of African-Americans' accomplishments in music: http://bet.us/BHM
  • Roosevelt Collection
    Great place to enjoy classic Jazz tunes every night of the week at an affordable price - Wednesday's are free. There isn't a bad seat in the house!
  • David W.heart icon on user image
    David WeathersbyMarch 12, 2015
    Wonderful spot. A lot of great Jazz artist have performed here.
  • Diego R.
    Diego RufoMarch 29, 2011
    Live music every night of the week (free on Wed) and on the weekends host some of the top names in jazz from across the world. Best thing is, its neither expensive or pretentious. Read more
  • MetroSeeker.com
    MetroSeeker.comAugust 24, 2012
    Great music from newcomers and legends alike. Sunday matinee at 4 p.m. is always a kid friendly show!
  • Katy M.heart icon on user image
    Katy MendozaOctober 17, 2023
    an excellent experience if you are a fan of the classic jazz
  • Di'Kobie B.heart icon on user image
    Di'Kobie BerryJune 29, 2018
    One the oldest jazz venues in the country. It continues to host the best and brightest in the artform of jazz.
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    irollerAugust 15, 2015
    No food inside, only drinks. However the let you bring food with the you which is great.
  • LaToya P.
    LaToya PriceSeptember 7, 2014
    Great atmosphere and AWESOME music!
  • Janyce F.
    Janyce FooteSeptember 2, 2019
    Great sound from both local and upcoming artists 🎵❤️🎵❤️🎵🎵❤️❤️🎵🎵❤️👍🏿
  • Ale N.heart icon on user image
    Ale NaquidMarch 31, 2018
    Love jazz good place
  • AMI
    AMISeptember 26, 2011
    The Robert Glasper Trio is going to rock the Showcase from Oct 13-16th at 8 & 10pm - Will you be checked-in? Give us a shout if you are (@AMIagency)!
  • AMI
    AMIOctober 6, 2011
    October 6-9: Check-in to catch some incredible sets by tenor saxophonist Eric Alexander with Harold Mabern! Give us a shout to let us know how the show is!
  • Andre W.heart icon on user image
    Andre WilliamsAugust 19, 2016
    Great jazz
  • Angelica B.
    Angelica BeatriceFebruary 3, 2010
    go to Jazz Showcase & enjoy live jazz music! Excellent artists, great atmosphere, awesome music! Read more
  • Valerio S.heart icon on user image
    Valerio SoldaniOctober 14, 2014
    Very good music
  • Tracie B.heart icon on user image
    Tracie BerghausDecember 21, 2014
    Love this place!
  • Jennifer B.
    Jennifer B.December 29, 2011
    sit ON stage. VIP only!
  • Nathan J.
    Nathan JacobsOctober 20, 2010
    Come here every Tuesday for an awesome jam session at 10:00p
  • Jennifer B.
    Jennifer B.December 29, 2011
    Roy Hargrove
  • InterContinental Chicago
    InterContinental ChicagoSeptember 22, 2011
    So glad they've finally reopened their doors!
  • Brian G.
    Brian GallagherJanuary 24, 2010
    Yeah, the address has changed, but the Showcase remains.
  • mark r.
    mark rothJanuary 8, 2010
    Pretty sure this wonderful place closed long time ago
  • Emiliano R.heart icon on user image
    Emiliano RialtoApril 3, 2021
    Excelente lugar para escuchar el mejor Jazz de Chicago y pasar una agradable velada con tus acompañantes.
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    Emiliano RialtoApril 3, 2021
    La música y las bebidas y los precios.
  • Marco O.heart icon on user image
    Marco OdassoMay 22, 2013
    De pm. Lo único que se puede decir del sitio
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