Hotel Steyne

Friday from 4pm

Across the weekend, enjoy a diverse lineup of live entertainment featuring everything from a lively marching band to talented duos, trios, full bands and vinyl DJs. Showcasing a mix of jazz, funk and blues throughout the venue, each space whether it be our courtyard or rooftop will offer its own unique atmosphere, ensuring there's something for everyone, all under one roof.

Friday features DJs in the Courtyard with Sammy (4 - 7pm), Barbuto (7 - 10pm) and Jack Spalvins (10pm - 2am). The Beach Club hosts James Jensen ( 3 - 7pm), Vinyl 45 (7 - 10pm) and Jaybro (10pm - 1pm).
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Manly Library

Open Mic Night
Friday 5.30 - 7pm

Take a seat and enjoy a showcase of singing, music, comedy, poetry, expertise, storytelling, impressions and more. No stage experience required. Performers must be aged 16 years and older. Free event.
Performers sign up from 5pm in the library.
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The Ivanhoe Hotel

Friday from 6pm

Celebrate Manly Jazz Weekend at Ivanhoe Hotel with a fantastic lineup of live entertainment. Enjoy piano singalongs, talented soloists and duos, plus vinyl DJs spinning feel-good tunes all weekend long. Friday's line up features Fynn Meany (6 - 9pm) and DJ Marquee (9pm - 2am). Gather your friends, settle in and soak up the atmosphere.
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Donny's Bar

Friday 6.30 - 9.30pm

Friday night will feature Greg Nunan performing jazz-forward favourites. The sets will coincide with happy hour, featuring 2 cocktails for $23 and $8 house beverages.

Henry G’s Wine Parlour

Friday 8 - 11pm

Every night of Manly Jazz Henry G's will feature a pianist playing jazz covers. Friday night will feature Nick Howard.

St Matthews Manly, Pont Hall

Saturday 10am - 6.05pm

St Matthews Manly, Pont Hall will showcase talented local school and community bands, offering a unique and vibrant addition to the festival atmosphere. Accessible via the main church courtyard, drop in to discover rising stars and support the grassroots heartbeat of Manly’s jazz scene.

The Ellington Room (Pont Hall, off St Matthews Church courtyard) 
Collaroy Jazz Collective/ Collaroy Plateau Public School Jazz Band (10 - 10.35am), Northern Beaches Big Band (10.45 - 11.20am), Nepean CAPA Jazz Band (10.45 - 11.20am), Pittwater High Jazz Ensemble (12.15 - 12.05pm), Jazz Vault Project (1 - 1.35pm), Roseville College Stage Band (1.45 - 2.20pm), SCEGGS Redlands Big Band (2.30 - 3.05pm), St Augustine's College Jazz Ensemble 1 (3.15 - 3.50pm), Killarney Heights High School Big Band (4 - 4.35pm), Killarney Heights High School Guitar Ensemble (4.45 - 5.05pm), Mosman High Guitar Ensemble (5.05 - 5.20pm), The Scots College Big Band (5.30 - 6.05pm)

Count Basie Room (off St Matthews Church courtyard)
NBSC Balgowlah Boys High School (9.45 - 10.20am), Burns Bay Big Band (10.30 - 11.05am), Holy Horns – O’Connor Catholic College Jazz Band (11.15 - 11.50am), Pittwater House Jazz Combo (12 - 12.35pm), Forest High Big Band (12.45 - 1.20pm), Surfside Big Band (1.30 - 2.05pm), Southern Northern Beaches Jazz Band (2.15 - 2.50pm), Inner Sydney High School Jazz Combos (3 - 3.35pm), Brigidine College Stage Band (3.45 - 4.20pm), Northern Beaches Christian School (4.30 - 5.05pm), Benjamins Big Band (5.15 - 5.50pm)

Manly Village Public School P&C Markets 

Saturday 10am - 12pm

Check out this community market held the 3rd Saturday each month. Jazz band, The Still, will be centre stage in the Manly Village Public School which is located in Wentworth Street, Manly.
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Hotel Steyne

Saturday from 12 noon

Across the weekend, enjoy a diverse lineup of live entertainment featuring everything from a lively marching band to talented duos, trios, full bands and vinyl DJs. Showcasing a mix of jazz, funk and blues throughout the venue, each space whether it be our courtyard or rooftop will offer its own unique atmosphere, ensuring there's something for everyone, all under one roof.

Saturday lineup in the Courtyard features Euan Hart (noon - 3pm), Honeydrip (3 - 6pm), James Jensen (7 - 10pm) and Dpak (10pm - 3am). Check out Centrestate Jazz (noon - 3pm) at the Beach Club. Miami Rice hosts Boogie Bottomless Brunch featuring The SSJ Group (noon - 5pm), followed by JAZZ DOOF event (5 - 10pm) and Jack Mack (10pm - 2am).
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The Ivanhoe Hotel

Saturday from 2.30pm

Celebrate Manly Jazz Weekend at Ivanhoe Hotel with a fantastic lineup of live entertainment. Enjoy piano singalongs, talented soloists and duos, plus vinyl DJs spinning feel-good tunes all weekend long. Saturday's line up features Sam McGovern (2.30 - 5.30pm), Luke Saunders (5.45 - 8.45pm) and TISH Band (9pm - midnight). Gather your friends, settle in and soak up the atmosphere.
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Manly Art Gallery & Museum

Saturday 5.30 - 8.30pm

Manly Jazz at MAG&M: Hilary Geddes Quartet & Murmurations - This electrifying double bill brings together 2 of the Sydney Jazz scene’s most formidable female voices.
Hilary Geddes is an award-winning guitarist, composer and improviser whose work is shaping the sound of contemporary jazz in Australia. She leads the critically acclaimed Hilary Geddes Quartet, an ensemble celebrated for its distinctive blend of modern jazz, indie and experimental influences, underpinned by group improvisation.
Led by vocalist, bassist and composer Sabine Tapia, newcomers Murmurations draw on contemporary jazz, folk and improvised music traditions to create rich, textural soundscapes. 
Your ticket includes nibbles and a complimentary glass of wine.
Book now for an unforgettable evening of live jazz. 

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New Brighton Hotel

Saturday 6 - 9pm

Experience the vibrant sounds of the David Weir & The Weird Assembly at New Brighton Hotel's Corso Bar right in the heart of Manly. Dive into an evening of captivating jazz at the ground-level bar. Perfect vibes, perfect location!
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Donny's Bar

Saturday 6.30 - 9.30pm

Our early sets from Friday through Sunday will feature live acoustic musicians performing jazz-forward favourites. The sets will coincide with happy hour, featuring 2 cocktails for $23 and $8 house beverages. Saturday night will feature Sam McGovern.

Henry G’s Wine Parlour

Saturday 8 - 11pm

Every night of Manly Jazz Henry G's will feature a pianist playing jazz covers as well as a special live set by Lionel Robinson on Saturday.

Manly Presbyterian Church

Sunday 9.30am

Geoff Power's New Orleans Jazz Band plays each year at the Manly Presbyterian Church Jazz Gospel Service to great acclaim. The band features Geoff Power (trumpet/songstering), Jack Wiard (clarinet), David Saxon (trombone), Rachel Goeldner (piano), Craig Goeldner (sousaphone) and Lawrie Thompson (drums).
This group plays every year at the Newcastle Jazz Festival, and has also played to sellout crowds at the Canberra Jazz Club, Central Coast Jazz Club, Southern Highlands Jazz Festival, Kyneaton Jazz Festival in Victoria and the Wagga Jazz Festival.

St Matthews Manly

Sunday 10am & 5.30pm

Sunday of Gospel Jazz exhibiting a dynamic and experienced band for 2 services who will display an excellent level of musicianship and will play an excellent calibre of music for all within the community to enjoy. 

The Ivanhoe Hotel

Sunday from 12 noon

Celebrate Manly Jazz Weekend at Ivanhoe Hotel with a fantastic lineup of live entertainment. Enjoy piano singalongs, talented soloists and duos, plus vinyl DJs spinning feel-good tunes all weekend long. Sunday's line up features Sam McGovern (noon - 2pm) and Luke Saunders (2 - 5pm). Gather your friends, settle in and soak up the atmosphere.
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Hotel Steyne

Sunday from 12 noon

Across the weekend, enjoy a diverse lineup of live entertainment featuring everything from a lively marching band to talented duos, trios, full bands and vinyl DJs. Showcasing a mix of jazz, funk and blues throughout the venue, each space whether it be our courtyard or rooftop will offer its own unique atmosphere, ensuring there's something for everyone, all under one roof.

Sunday features DJs in the Courtyard with Will Crisp (noon - 3pm), Joe Barrs (3 - 6pm) and XPA (6 - 9pm). Miami Rice hosts a vinyl set from Dpak (noon - 4pm) and resident DJs (4 - 6pm). The Beachclub lineup features DJ Sammy (noon - 3pm) and Midnight Sun (3 - 6pm).
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InSitu

Sunday 1.30 - 3.30pm

Sydney's favourite swinging jazz ensemble 'The Aston Martinis' are taking centre stage at InSitu on Sunday from 1:30pm for Manly Jazz. Settle in for an afternoon of smooth vocals, swinging rhythms, timeless tunes, drinks and good company.

The Hold

Sunday 3 - 6pm

Sunday Sundowners at The Hold will feature Greg Nunan playing from the late afternoon into the evening. $12.50 Guinness will also be available throughout.

Cibaria Manly 55 North Bar

Sunday 4pm

Wrap up your Manly Jazz weekend with an afternoon of great music, cocktails and high vibes at 55 North. End Notes Collective will bring their signature blend of infectious pop hooks, electronic disco and vibrant funk-inspired horn arrangements to the waterfront. Led by bassist Ed Lyons, End Notes is a dynamic jazz collective that has become a fixture of Sydney's live music scene. 
Pair the music with 2 for 1 select cocktails and Cibaria snacks, and settle in for the perfect finale to an unforgettable Manly Jazz weekend.
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The Cumberland

Sunday 4 – 7pm

A wonderful afternoon/evening of jazz in the incredible atmosphere of hidden speakeasy gem of a bar featuring a jazz trio with Leah Berry on vocals, Arthur Washington on guitar and Loretta Palmeiro on saxophone.
Jazz Vocalist Leah Berry is quickly establishing herself as a notable emerging figure in the Sydney jazz scene. She is an impressive performer, improviser and lyricist, who captivates audiences with her storytelling, and velvety tone.

The Gopher

Sunday 4 - 7pm

The Gopher is excited to host an afternoon and evening featuring Emilie Hess Jazz Duo. 

Henry G’s Wine Parlour

Sunday 5 - 8pm

Every night of Manly Jazz Henry G's will feature a pianist playing jazz covers. Sunday night featuring Dan Hopkins

New Brighton Hotel

Sunday 6 - 9pm

Experience an intimate jazz session with the David Weir & The Weird Assembly at New Brighton Hotel's Corso Bar. Unwind with smooth, soulful jazz in the heart of Manly’s buzzing Corso, a perfect way to close your weekend on a high note.
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Felons Barrel Room

Sunday 6.30 - 9.30pm

Hosted by Felons Barrel Room, the Manly Jazz All Star Jam Session is a highlight of Manly Jazz and a fitting end to an incredible weekend of music and celebration. Witness spontaneity driving rhythms and musical collaboration as the music is created in front of your eyes.
Led by one of Australia's leading jazz drummers, Andrew Dickeson, this high-octane musical collaboration will feature some of Sydney finest musicians. Whether you're a player jumping up on stage or a music lover wanting to soak unmatched spontaneous energy, you won't want to miss this session. 

Donny's Bar

Sunday 7 - 10pm

Featuring Steve Tonge performing jazz-forward favourites. The sets will coincide with happy hour, featuring 2 cocktails for $23 and $8 house beverages.