List of Events:

Jazz Café at Triumph Restaurant & Brewery

Time: 7:00PM (6:00PM for Pre-show dinner option) at Triumph Restaurant & Brewery in Red Bank, NJ

April 8th: Leonieke Scheuble

April 15th: Mariel Bildsten

April 22nd: Lezlie Harrison

April 29th: Jazz Arts Project Gala Performances, Car Show & Fundraiser

Time: 6:30PM

The nonprofit Jazz Arts Project Presents "Havana Nights", A Gala Concert Event and fundraiser showcasing the Afro-Cuban connection to this swinging melting pot called Jazz. SIX-time GRAMMY winner and TWO-time Latin GRAMMY winner Arturo O'Farrill headlines the event. Three bands, culinary treats, Latin flair, classic cars, and more surprises. The all-women Afro-Latin percussion group La Manga will kick off the proceedings with pre-concert festivities, including a classic car show featuring automobiles prevalent during Havana's heyday. Join us at Red Bank's Triumph Brewery to celebrate Jazz Appreciation Month, International Jazz Day, and the global influence and enduring legacy of jazz.

April is Jazz Appreciation Month

We’re celebrating with a full month of music, community, and cultural vibrancy. Each Wednesday at 7PM, our Jazz Café series invites you into an intimate listening space where world-class jazz artists bring their talent to the stage. These weekly gatherings set the rhythm for the month and help support the young musicians who are at the heart of our mission.

All of this leads to our signature event — As part of UNESCO's International Jazz Day, Jazz Arts Project presents our annual Gala Concert & Fundraiser on April 29th at 6:30 PM. This year, we’re turning up the heat with a dazzling "Havana Nights" celebration. Step into an evening inspired by the warmth, color, and irresistible energy of Havana in its heyday, complete with:

Cuban flair & cuisine
Afro‑Cuban jazz and live performances
A classic car show beginning at 5:00 pm
Dancing, elegance, and the joyful spirit of the Caribbean

Your ticket directly supports Jazz Arts Project’s Music Education Programs, including the Jazz Arts Academy, where young musicians receive mentorship, training, and opportunities that shape their futures. For 20 years, our programs have helped cultivate the next generation, and your participation ensures that this legacy continues.

Join us for a month of music and a night to remember. Celebrate jazz, support young artists, and experience the magic of Havana — right here at home.

Jazz Arts Project: April Events 2026

Jazz Arts Project: April Events 2026