June 2026

June 22-29, 2026

JazzYYC Summer Festival

Various locations

Schedule:

Headliners

Featuring the biggest marquee names.

Thursday, June 25

Hiromi’s Sonicwonder

7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Mount Royal Conservatory, 4825 Mt Royal Gate S.W.

Headlining the 2026 JazzYYC Summer Festival.

Over more than 20 years as a recording artist, the jazz piano phenomenon Hiromi has shifted seamlessly from one spellbinding project to the next. In the process, she’s earned a reputation as one of the most explosive live performers in jazz history and a global ambassador for the art form. Her many triumphs include an NPR Tiny Desk Concert that has racked up 2 million views the opportunity to represent her native Japan with a performance at the 2021 Summer Olympics in Tokyo 2024 winner for Best Music Score for the animated feature film Blue Giant (Award of the Japanese Academy) and a GRAMMY Award for a collaboration with fusion hero Stanley Clarke. Her artistry is — to borrow a descriptor The New Yorker favored — “dazzling.”

Don’t miss out—limited Pre-show VIP tickets include an exclusive artist meet-and-greet, hors d’oeuvres, and a pre-show cocktail starting at 6:30 p.m.

Tickets: $81.54, $86.99, $84.17

Friday, June 26

Mark Lettieri Group

7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Studio Bell, 850 4 Street S.E.

A defining voice in modern groove, guitarist Mark Lettieri—of Snarky Puppy—brings a tightly honed mix of funk, jazz fusion, and R&B. With the Mark Lettieri Group, expect precise, groove-forward compositions and a band deeply attuned to feel, interplay, and momentum.

Tickets:

General: $65.00

Youth (25 and under): $20.00

Saturday, June 27

Raul Midón | Elysia Biro

7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

Studio Bell, 850 4 Street S.E.

Two distinct voices in contemporary songwriting: Raul Midón’s solo set blends virtuosic guitar, soulful vocals, and jazz-inflected groove, while Elysia Biro’s trio pairs lyrical songwriting with piano-driven arrangements and a modern jazz sensibility.

Tickets:

General: $65.00

Youth (25 and under): $20.00

Festival Hall Series

Festival Hall, 1215 10 Ave. S.E.

Monday, June 22

Brandon Woody’s UPENDO

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Baltimore-born Bach Brass-endorsed trumpeter and composer Brandon Woody is one of the most compelling young voices in jazz.

Tickets:General: $49.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Tuesday, June 23

Isaiah Collier “Collier Plays Coltrane”

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Chicago saxophonist and self-described “Sonic Scientist” Isaiah Collier has emerged as one of the most dynamic torchbearers of contemporary jazz.

Tickets:

General: $49.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Wednesday, June 24

Jason Marsalis Vibes Quartet: A Tribute to Lionel Hampton

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Born into New Orleans’ first family of jazz, Jason Marsalis – youngest son of the late pianist-educator Ellis Marsalis Jr. and brother to Wynton, Branford, and Delfeayo – has carved his own unmistakable path as both a virtuosic drummer and one of today’s most imaginative voices on the vibraphone.

Tickets:

General: $49.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Thursday, June 25

The Robert Lee Group

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

The Robert Lee Group is a unique project consisting of original compositions inspired by Korean folk stories and poetry, spanning various fantasy and romantic narratives

Tickets:

General: $49.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Friday, June 26

Ron Di Lauro Sextet “Kind of Blue”

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

For Miles Davis’s 100th anniversary, Montreal trumpeter Ron Di Lauro brings a masterful tribute to Kind of Blue, the landmark recording by Miles Davis that forever reshaped modern jazz.

Tickets:

General: $49.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Saturday, June 27

Jean-Michel Pilc Trio

7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Paris-born Justin Time Recording Artist and pianist Jean-Michel Pilc is internationally revered for his fearless improvisational language and philosophical approach to music-making.

Tickets:

General: $49.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Ironwood Series

Ironwood Stage and Grill, 1229 9th Avenue S.E.

Monday, June 22

Charley Rose Trio – Dada Pulp Tour8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.From France, this cinematic jazz-electronics trio led by saxophonist and effects artist Charley Rose blends groove, texture, and improvisation into evolving soundscapes. Their borderless approach shapes a fluid, narrative-driven set. Presented in partnership with the Alliance Française.

Tickets:

General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Tuesday, June 23

The Ostara Project
8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
Led by bassist Jodi Proznick, the Ostara Project brings together leading Canadian women in jazz. This ensemble highlights diverse voices through rich ensemble work and featured vocalists. Their JUNO-nominated debut and ongoing Ancestors’ Project reflect a deep engagement with lineage, collaboration, and contemporary expression.

Tickets:

General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Wednesday, June 24

Kristin Korb Trio: Sweet Dreams – Celebrating the Eurythmics
8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.
A master of the bass-and-voice format, Kristin Korb brings buoyant swing, clear phrasing, and deep groove. In Sweet Dreams – Celebrating the Eurythmics, she reimagines this iconic catalogue with pianist Will Bonness and drummer Jon McCaslin, balancing familiar material with a distinctly jazz sensibility.
Tickets:

General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Thursday, June 25

ADHD

8:00 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

From Iceland, ADHD creates immersive, high-energy sets that move beyond genre. Blending jazz, rock, and improvisation, the quartet builds a continuous, driving flow—less a sequence of pieces than a sustained collective momentum shaped in real time.
Tickets:
General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Friday, June 26

François Bourassa Quartet – 25th Anniversary
8:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
A leading voice in Canadian jazz, François Bourassa brings lyrical composition and rhythmic clarity to his longstanding quartet. Marking 25 years, the group balances structure and improvisation with ease, joined by younger drummer Guillaume Pilote, adding a fresh sense of motion to an already deeply attuned ensemble.
Tickets:

General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Saturday, June 27
Brasstactics
8:30 p.m.-11:00 p.m.
A high-energy, New Orleans–inspired brass band from Edmonton, Brasstactics blend original tunes and reworked hits into a mobile, acoustic set built for outdoor stages. Tight horn lines, driving rhythms, and a strong sense of groove keep the focus on collective momentum and connection.
Tickets:

General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Sunday, June 28
Gisela Romero – Mexicana
7:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
A rich, cross-cultural take on traditional Mexican music, led by vocalist Gisela Romero. Rooted in mariachi and shaped by global influences, this seven-piece ensemble fuses jazz with tradition, blending improvisation and contemporary expression, and featuring JUNO-nominated pianist Esteban Herrera.

Tickets:

General: $39.99

Youth (25 and under): $19.99

Sandman Late Night Jams

Sandman Signature Downtown Calgary, 888 7 Ave. S.W.
Tuesday, June 23- Wednesday, June 24
Ciara Hager Fusion Project
10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.

A versatile violinist with a strong improvisational voice, Ciara Hager leads an electric quartet that blends jazz, funk, and groove-based styles. Her music emphasizes real-time interplay and collective energy, shaping a contemporary fusion sound grounded in feel and momentum.

Tickets:

General Admission: $19.99

Members: $14.99

Youth 25 and under: $9.99

Wednesday, June 24-Thursday, June 25
Oliver Miguel Quartet
10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
A Calgary-based saxophonist with a global perspective, Oliver Miguel blends jazz with Latin and flamenco influences. His playing balances expressive tone and rhythmic clarity, shaped by years of collaboration across diverse musical settings.
Tickets:
General Admission: $19.99
Members: $14.99
Youth 25 and under: $9.99

Thursday, June 25-Friday, June 26
André Wickenheiser Quartet
10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
A Calgary-based trumpeter with a strong foundation in jazz tradition, André Wickenheiser brings a clear, focused sound shaped by performance, composition, and collaboration across a wide range of musical settings
Tickets:
General Admission: $19.99
Members: $14.99
Youth 25 and under: $9.99

Friday, June 26-Saturday, June 27
Michelle Grégoire Trio
10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
Pianist Michelle Grégoire, a leading voice in contemporary jazz, brings a focused and collaborative approach to the trio setting. Known for her clarity of line and ensemble sensitivity, she is also the first-ever guest curator of the Late Night at the Sandman series.
Tickets:
General Admission: $19.99
Members: $14.99
Youth 25 and under: $9.99

Saturday, June 27-Sunday, June 28
Jon Day Trio
10:00 p.m.-1:00 a.m.
Trumpeter and pianist Jon Day brings a versatile, groove-oriented approach to the trio setting, shaped by decades of performance across jazz and contemporary styles. His music emphasizes strong ensemble interplay, clear melodic lines, and a grounded sense of feel
Tickets:
General Admission: $19.99
Members: $14.99
Youth 25 and under: $9.99

Partner Shows
Thursday, June 25
Jake Koffman Quintet
7:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m.
The Attic Bar & Stage (Formerly Lolita’s Lounge), 1413 9 Ave. S.E.
One of Canada’s most respected young saxophonists and grandson to arguably the best-known Canadian saxophonist to ever live (Moe Koffman), Jake Koffman and his all-star Toronto band including 3-Time Juno Winner Robi Botos will dazzle audiences with their interpretations of Canadian classics from the pop, jazz and folk canon, all arranged for a burning hard-bop quintet of first call Canadian musicians who rarely play in the Calgary scene.
Tickets:General Admission: $49.99
JazzYYC Member: $44.99
Youth (25 & Under): $20.00

Passes:
Jazz Sampler Pass (2026): $125

JazzYYC Summer Festival Pass (2026): $249

JazzYYC VIP Festival Pass (2026): $399

Get ready for the JazzYYC Summer Festival, kicking off June 22 with eight jampacked days of world-class live jazz! This year’s festival showcases international stars, celebrated Canadian artists, and Calgary’s finest musicians — spanning the full spectrum of jazz.

JazzYYC presents five unique concert series, the ever-popular Saturday Jam, and the brand-new Youth Jazz Showcase, all set in some of Calgary’s most iconic venues — from Bella Concert Hall and Studio Bell to the King Eddy, Festival Hall, Ironwood Stage & Grill, and Cornerstone Music Café. Each location offers a distinct setting for unforgettable performances.

Join in celebrating Calgary’s vibrant jazz scene with a week of exceptional music.