Seven years have passed since our last Top Venues Poll, and the jazz venue landscape has changed dramatically. New venues have opened, familiar venues have evolved, and some beloved venues have closed their doors. Now it's time to recognize the venues that continue to bring live jazz to communities around the world. Vote for the places that have given you the most memorable live jazz experiences in our 2026 poll. It takes less than a minute.
If you're a presenter, musician, or venue representative, we invite you to help spread the word. We've created a collection of sample social media posts, newsletter copy, and promotional resources that you are welcome to use and adapt for your audience. The more people who participate, the more representative—and meaningful—the results will be. Thanks for your support!
Please vote and help create the most representative snapshot of the global jazz venue community in 2026.
If you're a presenter, musician, or venue representative, we invite you to help spread the word. We've created a collection of sample social media posts, newsletter copy, and promotional resources that you are welcome to use and adapt for your audience. The more people who participate, the more representative—and meaningful—the results will be. Thanks for your support!
Venue owner or representative?
Encourage your patrons, members, and supporters to vote for your venue. For messaging ideas, visit our “spread the word“ page or include this brief note (or a variation of it) in your next email announcement or social media post.All About Jazz recently launched its 2026 Top Jazz Venues Poll. If our venue has provided you with memorable live jazz experiences, please consider casting a vote for [Your Venue Name]. The poll closes on December 31, and the top 100 venues will be announced shortly after the New Year.
Thank you for your support!
Vote Here: https://www.allaboutjazz.com/php/poll_form.php?id=47
Claim your page at Jazz Near You
Every venue has a page at Jazz Near You. To claim ownership of your page, simply search for it at Jazz Near You by clicking the search icon and entering your venue's name under the “By Business" tab. From your page, click the CLAIM PAGE button and submit a request. Once approved, you can upload a thumbnail image, add links, verify your address and phone number, and ensure your page is accurate, complete, and up to date.Recognition for the top 100
The top 100 venues will receive an All About Jazz Webby Award to display on their websites and share on social media. The award will also appear on the venue's Jazz Near You page, and all top 100 venues will be recognized in a special All About Jazz feature article.Please vote and help create the most representative snapshot of the global jazz venue community in 2026.
