Jazz at Lincoln Center invites audiences to celebrate the holiday season with an exciting lineup of performances in Rose Theater, Dizzy’s Club, and a Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis tour throughout Europe. From Thanksgiving with New Orleans legendary drummer Herlin Riley in Dizzy’s Club to the return of the beloved Big Band Holidays in Rose Theater, the holiday season features festive performances by Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) musicians and an array of acclaimed guest artists. December highlights include holiday sets respectively led by pianist Christian Sands and drummer Matt Wilson, JLCO trumpeter Marcus Printup’s Ugly Holiday Sweater Party, and the annual New Year’s Eve celebration led by JLCO bassist and composer Carlos Henriquez.

For the first time, the JLCO, featuring guest vocalists Catherine Russell and Georgia Heers, will tour Big Band Holidays overseas, performing throughout the Baltics, Nordic countries, Northern Germany, and Luxembourg. The tour kicks off in Riga, Latvia on Nov. 29, marking the JLCO’s debut performance in Latvia.

For the full calendar of events and to purchase tickets, visit jazz.org.

NOVEMBER

Herlin Riley and Friends
Thanksgiving Performance: November 26, 2026, 7:00 p.m.
Nov. 27-28, 2026, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Nov. 29, 2026, 5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Dizzy’s Club with drummer and New Orleans legend Herlin Riley. A master of dynamics and phrasing, Riley has worked with such luminaries as Ahmad Jamal and Wynton Marsalis and remains committed to uplifting the next generation of artists to honor the legacy of those who came before him.
*There will be a special menu and dedicated pricing on Thanksgiving

DECEMBER

Big Band Holidays
The Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra
Dec. 15-20, 2026
Dec. 15, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Dec. 16, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Dec. 17, 2026 – 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 18, 2026 – 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 19, 2026 – 2:00 p.m.
Dec. 19, 2026 – 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 20, 2026 – 2:00 p.m.
Dec. 20, 2026 – 7:00 p.m.
Rose Theater
Celebrate the holiday season with the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) and Big Band Holidays, a can’t-miss tradition now in its 13th year in the House of Swing. Under the music direction of Chris Crenshaw, the JLCO enlivens festive favorites through swinging arrangements by orchestra members. Long celebrated as a launching pad for jazz’s brightest voices—including Cécile McLorin Salvant, Samara Joy, and Gregory Porter—this year’s edition of Big Band Holidays introduces rising star Georgia Heers, whose vibrant voice brings youthful energy to beloved classics, alongside Catherine Russell, whose dazzling career and masterful interpretations of American song make her both a beacon and a mentor for this new generation. Together, they fill the room with warmth, joy, and holiday magic that keeps audiences coming back year after year.

*The 2:00 p.m. sets on Saturday and Sunday are Relaxed Performances, open to all and thoughtfully designed for people with autism, sensory and communication disorders, or learning disabilities. The artistic integrity of the performance remains unchanged, though adjustments to the social and sensory environment may be made.

Christian Sands Quartet: Christmas Stories
Dec. 17-19, 2026, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Dec. 20, 2026, 5:00 & 7:30 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Pianist and two-time Grammy nominee Christian Sands brings back Christmas Stories to Dizzy’s Club, sharing music from his deeply personal and joyfully inventive holiday album. Blending beloved carols with original compositions, Sands reflects on the spirit of the season through soulful swing, gospel warmth, and playful energy. From the hush of Silent Night to the sparkle of The Gift, this heartfelt performance captures the many moods of the holidays, from nostalgia and reflection to celebration and joy.

Matt Wilson’s Christmas Tree-O
Dec. 22, 2026, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Matt Wilson’s holiday band returns to Dizzy’s Club for another joyful, high-spirited celebration of the season. Known for packed houses and feel-good performances, this beloved trio brings serious swing and plenty of cheer, blending festive favorites with playful surprises. With Jeff Lederer on reeds and Paul Sikivie on bass, it’s a night of music, laughter, and connection that’s become a can’t-miss tradition.

Marcus Printup’s Ugly Holiday Sweater Party
Dec. 23-24, 2026, 7:00 & 9:00 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Make your holidays swing at Dizzy’s Club with Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra trumpeter Marcus Printup. Joined by harpist, composer, and arranger Riza Printup and special guests, Printup brings the season to life with two festive celebrations: an intimate small-group performance on December 23 and a Christmas Eve big band celebration on December 24, featuring new arrangements of his favorite holiday songs. Ugly holiday sweaters encouraged!

Dizzy’s New Year’s Eve with Carlos Henriquez Nonet
Dec. 31, 2026, 7:30 & 11:00 p.m.
Dizzy’s Club
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Dizzy’s Club with bassist and composer Carlos Henriquez, one of the most dynamic voices in Latin jazz and a cornerstone of the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Returning with his powerhouse nonet, Henriquez brings A Nuyorican Tale to life, blending jazz mastery with Afro-Caribbean rhythms and rich cultural storytelling. This annual celebration sells out year after year and promises an unforgettable night of rhythm, soul, and swing to welcome 2027 in style.

JAZZ AT LINCOLN CENTER ORCHESTRA WITH WYNTON MARSALIS AND CATHERINE RUSSELL AND GEORGINA HEERS BIG BAND HOLIDAYS TOUR:

Nov. 29
Dailes Theater – Part of the Pink Noise Riga Festival
Riga, Latvia

Dec. 2
Madetoja Hall at Oulu Music Centre
Oulu, FI

Dec. 3
Finlandia Hall
Helsinki, FI

Dec. 5
Konserthuset Stockholm
Stockholm, SE

Dec. 7
Bærum Kulturhus
Sandvika, NO

Dec. 8
Musikken Hus
Aalborg, DK

Dec. 9
Concert Hall at Kiel Castle
Kiel, DE

Dec. 10
Konzerthaus Dortmund
Dortmund, DE

Dec. 12
Philharmonie Luxembourg
Luxembourg City, LU

Season Concert and Ticket Information
Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 2026-27 season concerts and events take place at Frederick P. Rose Hall, located on Broadway at 60th Street in New York, NY.  The full concert schedule is available on jazz.org/26-27

Rose Theater performances will begin at 7:30 p.m.

The Appel Room performances on Fridays are at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. The Appel Room performances on Saturdays feature a 4:30 p.m. matinee and an evening performance at 7:00 p.m.

Dizzy’s set times:
Headliner sets on Tuesdays-Saturdays are at 7:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Sundays are at 5:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
Late Night Sets on Thursdays-Saturdays are at 10:45 p.m.

All single tickets for The Appel Room and Rose Theater can be purchased through jazz.org 24 hours a day, or by calling Jazz at Lincoln Center Customer service at 212-258-9877 Monday through Friday from 10am to 5pm or on Saturday from 11am to 4pm. Tickets can also be purchased at the Jazz at Lincoln Center Box Office, located on Broadway at 60th Street, Ground Floor.

Box Office hours:
Tuesday-Sunday: 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Monday: Closed
Open an additional half-hour after the scheduled start time of ticketed performances. On Wednesdays before a Rose theater concert, the Box Office will open at 10 a.m. to sell Hot Seats.

Pricing
Ticket prices for Rose Theater are $30 and up dependent upon seating section, except as noted below:

Jazz for Young People® tickets in Rose Theater are $10, $20, and $25.

Ticket prices for The Appel Room are $55 and up, dependent on seating section for the 7:00 p.m. and 2:00 p.m. sets, and $45 and up, depending upon seating section for the 9:00 p.m. set on Saturday.

Please note that a $5.00 Jazz at Lincoln Center Facility Fee applies to ALL ticket purchases, with the exception of $10 Hot Seats. A $7 handling fee also applies when purchasing tickets from Jazz at Lincoln Center when purchasing tickets online via jazz.org.

Note: Hot Seats—$10 seats for each Rose Theater performance (excluding Family Concerts and other performances as specified) and select performances in The Appel Room — are available for purchase by the general public on the Wednesday prior to each performance. Tickets are subject to availability; please call 212-258-9877 for available Hot Seats performance dates.

Hot Seats are available only in person at the Box Office, with a maximum of two tickets per person. Jazz at Lincoln Center’s Hot Seats Ticket Discount Program is supported by the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.

Ticket prices for Dizzy’s Club start at $25 for students and $45 for adults, depending on the seating section and the day of the week the performance takes place.

Jazz at Lincoln Center proudly acknowledges its 2026-27 season partners:
Bloomberg Philanthropies, United Airlines, and Hive & Colony.

Principal support for Jazz at Lincoln Center’s concert season is provided by Lynne and Richard Pasculano.

A very special thanks to Jody and John Arnhold for their extraordinary support of Jazz at Lincoln Center and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra.

We proudly recognize visionary support from Dalio Philanthropies; Joseph DiMenna; Ford Foundation; Angela and Robert Kissane; and Michele and Mark Mandel.

Generous support is provided by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

Artists, schedules, and venues are subject to change.

Press Inquiries:
Alyssa Bendetson
Associate Director, Public Relations and External Communications
Jazz at Lincoln Center
[email protected]
212-258-9908