Please courtesy National Gallery of Art
From a press release:
“DC’s favorite summer concert series returns to the National Gallery of Art this summer with Jazz in the Garden: American Sounds. This season highlights both rising voices and celebrated performers whose work reflects the evolving landscape of American music. Kicking off May 22, the series spotlights artists from across the country performing across genres including indie soul-funk, alternative bluegrass, salsa, jazz, rhythm & blues, blues, Americana, and brass band music.
For over 20 years, Jazz in the Garden has transformed the Sculpture Garden into a vibrant outdoor stage, creating the opportunity for visitors to gather, enjoy refreshments, and experience live music surrounded by world-class works of art. This year, join us for fun, informal dance lessons before and during the concert on select dates.
Admission is free. Due to the popularity of Jazz in the Garden, and to give everyone an equal chance of attending, the Museum will again offer registration through a lottery system. The lottery will take place the week before each event. It will open on Monday at 10:00 a.m. and close Friday at noon at nga.gov/jazz. All lottery entrants will be notified whether or not they were selected the Monday before each program via email. If selected, you are welcome to register for up to 4 passes. Registration is required for ages 2 and above. In addition to the passes distributed through our lottery, limited passes will be available at all entrance gates—first-come, first-served—starting at 5:00 p.m.
On concert days, the Sculpture Garden closes from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m.; gates reopen at 5:00 p.m. for Jazz in the Garden attendees and the concert begins at 6:00 p.m.
The National Gallery of Art Sculpture Garden is located on the north side of the National Mall. Entrances are located at 7th Street NW, 9th Street and Constitution Avenue NW, and 9th Street and Madison Drive NW. and Madison Drive NW.
Scheduled Performances and Lottery Dates (11)
May 22
Oh He Dead
Lottery opens: Monday, May 11, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, May 15, noon
Results announced: Monday, May 18, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, May 22, at 5:00 p.m.
May 29
The Fly Birds
Lottery opens: Monday, May 18, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, May 22, noon
Results announced: Monday, May 25, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, May 29, at 5:00 p.m.
June 5
No concert
June 12
The Fly Birds
Lottery opens: Monday, June 1, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, June 5, noon
Results announced: Monday, June 8, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, June 12, at 5:00 p.m.
June 19
Georgia Heers
Lottery opens: Monday, June 8, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, June 12, noon
Results announced: Monday, June 15, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, June 19, at 5:00 p.m.
June 26
Sally Baby’s Silver Dollars
Lottery opens: Monday, June 15, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, June 19, noon
Results announced: Monday, June 22, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, June 26, at 5:00 p.m.
July 3
No concert
July 10
Garry Burnside
Lottery opens: Monday, June 29, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, July 3, noon
Results announced: Monday, July 6, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, July 10, at 5:00 p.m.
July 17
Joe Pug
Lottery opens: Monday, July 6, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, July 10, noon
Results announced: Monday, July 13, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, July 17, at 5:00 p.m.
July 24
Red Baraat
Lottery opens: Monday, July 13, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, July 17, noon
Results announced: Monday, July 20, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, July 24, at 5:00 p.m.
July 31
Eric Byrd Trio
Lottery opens: Monday, July 20, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, July 24, noon
Results announced: Monday, July 27, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, July 31, at 5:00 p.m.
August 7
The Honey Dewdrops
Lottery opens: Monday, July 27, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, July 31, noon
Results announced: Monday, August 3, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, August 7, at 5:00 p.m.
August 14
Brass Queens
Lottery opens: Monday, August 3, 10:00 a.m.
Lottery closes: Friday, August 7, noon
Results announced: Monday, August 10, 10:00 a.m.
If selected, register for passes by Friday, August 14, at 5:00 p.m.
See more details on each performance by visiting their calendar pages at nga.gov/jazz.
Concerts may be canceled due to excessive heat or inclement weather. In the event of cancellation, visitors who have reserved passes will be notified via email. Weather-related updates are also available on calendar event pages or by calling 202.842.6997. Further questions can be emailed to [email protected].
Refreshments from the Pavilion Café
Visitors may purchase refreshments from a special menu of sandwiches, salads, snacks, and sweets inside the Pavilion Café and at pop-up bars throughout the Sculpture Garden. A variety of beverages, including beer, wine, the crowd-favorite sangria, and sodas, are also available for sale. While visitors are welcome to provide their own picnics, outside alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited and are subject to confiscation.
About the National Gallery of Art
The National Gallery of Art welcomes all people to explore art, creativity, and our shared humanity. Millions of people come through its doors each year—with even more online—making it one of the most visited art museums in the world. The National Gallery’s renowned collection includes over 160,000 works of art, from the ancient world to today. Admission to the West and East Buildings, Sculpture Garden, special exhibitions, and public programs is always free.”