This event is in the past.It took place on March 14, 2026 at Smalls Jazz Club.


Descend into Greenwich Village's most beloved basement for an afternoon where jazz still breathes. Musicians of all levels trade solos elbow-to-elbow while the crowd leans in, drinks in hand, part of the music rather than just audience.
Basement jazz club
Open jam session
Intimate and unpretentious
No cover charge
Tips
🎷"We lucked out with front row seats. First class."
🍸one drink minimum per session
⏰first come, first served seating
Smalls Afternoon Jam Session Hosted by Ilya Lushtak
West Village


Descend into Greenwich Village's most beloved basement for an afternoon where jazz still breathes. Musicians of all levels trade solos elbow-to-elbow while the crowd leans in, drinks in hand, part of the music rather than just audience.
Basement jazz club
Open jam session
Intimate and unpretentious
No cover charge
Tips
🎷"We lucked out with front row seats. First class."
🍸one drink minimum per session
⏰first come, first served seating
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