The Boston Jazz Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to uplifting local artists and fostering community through the vibrant art of jazz. We create opportunities for artists and audiences alike by offering free and affordable world-class programming, paid performance opportunities, and educational initiatives that nurture the next generation of musicians.
Upcoming Shows & Events
Come celebrate International Jazz Day with us on April 30, 2026, from 6:30 to 9:00 PM at Union Church in Boston!
This free, family-friendly event will feature performances by Grammy-nominated saxophonist Godwin Louis and Puerto Rican saxophonist Jonathan Suazo. We’ll also celebrate Boston’s jazz legacy with presentations at Jazz Square, located at Mass. Ave. and Columbus Ave.
Admission is free! For those who are able, we kindly suggest a $20 donation to support the artists, keep the music going, and help sustain future Jazz Square events. Every contribution makes a difference!
This vibrant celebration is part of the Jazz Square Coalition’s ongoing work to honor Boston’s cultural history through music, art, and community programming, with support from the Mayor’s Office of Arts and Culture and in partnership with the Claremont Neighborhood Association and The Reckonings Project.
The Boston area jazz scene is growing, and we are grateful to all the members of our community for working together to continue to celebrate this important music! In particular, we are pleased that Boston Jazz Foundation, JazzBoston, and the Cambridge Jazz Foundation have agreed to collaborate on a number of projects. Please note that these three non-profit organizations are independent, with differing areas of focus, but all are working towards the mutual goal of support & advocacy of improvisational jazz, a music that originated in the African American community. You can help by donating to them individually at their respective websites. Thank you!