Friday Night Jazz & Blues

Sketch by Jim Edwards

“Friday Night Jazz & Blues” is a renewed program that began as “Uptown Friday Night” and was revitalized in 2021 under its new moniker. This year-round series of jazz and blues concerts features local, regional, and national bands.

A special thank you to our hosts this month, Boone’s and Broadgauge. “Friday Night Jazz & Blues” is free, accessible, and family friendly. Food and beverage are available for purchase. Boone’s is located at 301 West Edwards Street, Springfield, IL; concerts are on Friday evenings from 5:30 to 7:30 P.M. Broadgauge is located at 101 North 7th Street, Petersburg, IL; the concert is on Friday, June 28th from 6:30 to 8:30 P.M.  

In conjunction with “Friday Night Jazz & Blues,” the Springfield Area Arts Council hosts a 50/50 raffle for audience members to participate in. Raffle proceeds help support the Springfield Area Arts Council in bringing live music to the Springfield area. This is a cash-only raffle. Winners receive half of the money collected, are called during intermission, and must be in attendance to win.