Jazz UpFront

Jazz UpFront Jazz UpFront is Downtown Bloomington's premier venue for live Jazz, Blues, Blues Rock, Soul, R&B, Swing, Americana, & beyond. All are welcome.
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Featuring craft cocktails, a weekly Open Stage, Happy Hour and live music in a relaxed environment. Jazz Upfront is dedicated to providing Bloomington-Normal & Central Illinois with a mature upscale venue for top-level live music, fine wines, beers and cocktails, all served in a classic setting by a professionally trained staff with a commitment to presenting a memorable experience on every visit.

Learn more about the story behind Jazz Upfront by visiting this article from the local Pantagraph below:
https://www.pantagraph.com/entertainment/go/james-is-jazzed-gaston-s-dream-club-comes-true/article_0c20b7b5-0cb5-5838-be4b-cca3d173eb4e.html

‼ TONIGHT ‼🎷 Reginald Lewis QuartetA night of exceptional musicianship with the Reginald Lewis Quartet! ✨🎶🎤🎟 $8 in advan...
06/20/2026

‼ TONIGHT ‼

🎷 Reginald Lewis Quartet

A night of exceptional musicianship with the Reginald Lewis Quartet! ✨🎶🎤

🎟 $8 in advance online at www.jazzupfront.com | $10 at the door

Show starts at 8 PM. 21+ to enter

‼ TONIGHT ‼🎶 Happy Juneteenth! Come celebrate at R&B Friday with DJ Love 🔥 Groove into the weekend with DJ Love’s R&B F...
06/19/2026

‼ TONIGHT ‼

🎶 Happy Juneteenth! Come celebrate at R&B Friday with DJ Love

🔥 Groove into the weekend with DJ Love’s R&B Friday. All the best beats, all night long.

🍹 Happy Hour 4–7 PM
$5 COVER

‼ TONIGHT ‼🎶 Jukebox ThursdayThursdays are better with music! Join us for Jukebox Thursday at Jazz UpFront.🍹 Happy Hour ...
06/18/2026

‼ TONIGHT ‼

🎶 Jukebox Thursday

Thursdays are better with music! Join us for Jukebox Thursday at Jazz UpFront.

🍹 Happy Hour 4–7 PM

‼ TONIGHT ‼🎤 Open Stage is back at Jazz UpFront!Whether you're a seasoned performer or trying the stage for the first ti...
06/17/2026

‼ TONIGHT ‼

🎤 Open Stage is back at Jazz UpFront!

Whether you're a seasoned performer or trying the stage for the first time, this is your chance to share your talent in an intimate listening-room atmosphere. Sing, play, recite poetry, or simply enjoy an evening of local creativity and community.

Bring your instrument, your voice, and your passion. We can't wait to see what you'll bring to the stage!

📍 Jazz UpFront – Bloomington, IL
🕖 Happy Hour 4–7 PM

This week at Jazz UpFront...🎤 Wed – Open Stage (7PM)🎶 Thu – Jukebox Thursday (7PM)🎸 Fri – R&B Friday with DJ Love (8 PM)...
06/15/2026

This week at Jazz UpFront...

🎤 Wed – Open Stage (7PM)
🎶 Thu – Jukebox Thursday (7PM)
🎸 Fri – R&B Friday with DJ Love (8 PM)
🥁 Sat – Reginald Lewis Quartet (8 PM)

🎟️ Details & tickets: jazzupfront.com

‼ TONIGHT ‼🎷 Jazz lovers, this one is for you!The acclaimed Chip McNeill Quartet takes the stage at Jazz UpFront for an ...
06/13/2026

‼ TONIGHT ‼

🎷 Jazz lovers, this one is for you!

The acclaimed Chip McNeill Quartet takes the stage at Jazz UpFront for an evening of sophisticated jazz, outstanding improvisation, and world-class musicianship.

Join us for an unforgettable performance from one of the region's premier jazz ensembles.

🎟 $8 advance at jazzupfront.com | $10 at the door

See you there!

‼ TONIGHT ‼✨ The Magic Man returns!Prepare to be amazed as Tim Barnes "The Magic Man" brings an evening of wonder, laugh...
06/12/2026

‼ TONIGHT ‼

✨ The Magic Man returns!

Prepare to be amazed as Tim Barnes "The Magic Man" brings an evening of wonder, laughter, and mind-bending entertainment to Jazz UpFront.

Perfect for date night, family fun, or anyone who loves a little mystery and amazement.

$5 cover

This week at Jazz UpFront...🎤 Wed – Open Stage (7PM)🎶 Thu – Jukebox Thursday (7PM)🎸 Fri – Return of Tim Barnes, The Magi...
06/08/2026

This week at Jazz UpFront...

🎤 Wed – Open Stage (7PM)
🎶 Thu – Jukebox Thursday (7PM)
🎸 Fri – Return of Tim Barnes, The Magic Man (8 PM)
🥁 Sat – Chip McNeill Quartet (8 PM)

🎟️ Details & tickets: jazzupfront.com

Address

107 W Front Street
Bloomington, IL
61701

Opening Hours

Wednesday 6pm - 1am
Thursday 3pm - 1am
Friday 3pm - 2am
Saturday 3pm - 2am

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