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Thursday 6 June 2013, 8pm
The Opera House
Winner of eight Grammy Awards, one of Cuba’s greatest jazz pianists and bandleaders heads to New Zealand for the first time. Read on
Price: $38-$78
Friday 7 June 2013, 7pm
The Opera House
A two-time Grammy Award winner, jazz vocalist Cassandra Wilson has been dubbed "America's best singer" by Time magazine. Read on
Price: $38-$78
Friday 7 June 2013, 10pm
The Opera House
Our big WJF party - bring your mates! Read on
Price: $30
Saturday 8 June 2013, 3pm
The Opera House
Arranger Reuben Bradley, international jazz artists and the New Zealand String Quartet honour the music of the late Drew Menzies. Read on
Price: $40
Saturday 8 June 2013, 9pm
The Opera House
One night, one stage, two red hot vocalists. Read on
Price: $30
Saturday 8 June 2013, 6pm
The Opera House
Celebrate WJOs 40th with a special gig featuring singers Glenn Walter (USA) and Erna Ferry (NZ). Read on
Price: $40
Thursday 6 June 2013, 10pm
Matterhorn
A rocking WJF edition of The Matterhorn's monthly jazz jam. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 10pm
Matterhorn
Vocalists Lisa Tomlins and Vanessa Stacy join DJ Ayesha and Mr Chris Winter. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 10pm
Matterhorn
Tenor saxophonist Julien Wilson, bassist Brett Hirst and drummer Reuben Bradley. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 8pm
Mighty Mighty
Wellington's best loved jazz, blues and ragtime band. Bring your dancing shoes. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 8pm
Mighty Mighty
Leading Jerusalem-based pianist Omri Mor mix contemporary jazz with traditional North African Andalusian music. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 8.30pm
BATS Theatre
The best jazzy bits from their popular shows Sophisticated Sinner and 27. Read on
Price: $15 - $18
Friday 7 June 2013, 8.30pm
BATS Theatre
The best jazzy bits from their popular shows Sophisticated Sinner and 27. Read on
Price: $15 - $18
Saturday 8 June 2013, 8.30pm
BATS Theatre
The best jazzy bits from their popular shows Sophisticated Sinner and 27. Read on
Price: $15 - $18
Sunday 9 June 2013, 10am
St Peter's on Willis
Celebrate the conclusion of the Festival with this all-singing, all-dancing soulful and upbeat service. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 4.30pm
Meow
Acoustic jazz trio featuring a different singer each afternoon. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 5pm
CQ Hotels Wellington
Relax and soak up an afternoon of free live jazz with experienced pianist Stephen Bennett. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 5.30pm
Logan Brown
Enjoy a jazzy appetizer at Logan Brown - with Gareth Barker, a fresh new talented Pop Jazz Vocalist. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 7.30pm
Southern Cross
Nigel Patterson (keyboards), Lucien Johnson (tenor sax) and Peter Elliot (drums) bring on the edgier side of jazz. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 8pm
Meow
Ben Wilcock vs Dale Jellyman. Let the battle commence! Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 9pm
Havana Bar
Stop - Havana time! The Latin jazz young guns take aim with a high energy WJF set. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 9pm
Hashigo Zake
Experience the talent of pre-eminent jazz drummer Roger Sellers first-hand at Hashigo Zake. Read on
Thursday 6 June 2013, 11pm
Meow
Jam session every night of the Festival with the kings of the jam: Ben Wilcock, Dan Yeasbley and John Rae. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 2pm
Light House Cuba
Catch this incredible collection of classic live performances by true jazz legends, recorded on film and brought to you by Light House Cuba. Read on
Price: $13.50 - $17
Friday 7 June 2013, 4pm
Light House Cuba
A captivating world of the super rich; a tale of impossible love. Take advantage of our WJF special deal to catch this opening weekend screening at Light House Cuba. Read on
Price: $13.40 special WJF deal
Quote 'Jazz' when booking (online or phone) for a special price of $13.50 per ticket for WJF audiences.
Friday 7 June 2013, 4.30pm
Meow
Acoustic jazz trio featuring a different singer each afternoon. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 5pm
Vivant! Restaurant & Bar (Ibis Wellington)
This sweet blend of jazz, R&B, soul grooves and goodtime funk is billed to be one hell of a jam! Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 5pm
CQ Hotels Wellington
Relax and soak up an afternoon of free live jazz with experienced pianist Stephen Bennett. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 5.30pm
Logan Brown
Enjoy a jazzy appetizer at Logan Brown - with Gareth Barker, a fresh new talented Pop Jazz Vocalist. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 6pm
The Grill Bar (Amora Hotel)
Settle in to a night of saxy jazz with Wellington-based jazz quartet Cumulonimbus. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 7pm
Daddy O's
Enjoy a Jazz/Blues Dinner and Cabaret with friends at Daddy O's. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 8pm
Meow
Adam Page presents new compositions inspired by the tenor "Saxophone Colossus" Sonny Rollins. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 9pm
Hotel Bristol
Show tunes, dance standards and originals heralding the new beginnings of swing. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 9pm
Rogue and Vagabond
Dust off your dancing shoes and get ready for a roaring night of 60's hard-bop with Wellington's hardest swinging jazz quintet: the Hip-Town Bangers. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 10pm
Hashigo Zake
Join Tessa and The Nick Granville Trio for a night of contemporary jazz and swing peppered with funk, soul and blues grooves. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 11pm
Meow
Jam session every night of the Festival with the kings of the jam: Ben Wilcock, Dan Yeasbley and John Rae. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 2pm
Light House Cuba
Light House Cuba plays out the story of Chico and Rita as they chase their dreams and each other from Havana to New York to Paris, Hollywood and Las Vegas. Read on
Price: $13.50 - $17
Saturday 8 June 2013, 3.45pm
Light House Cuba
Light House Cuba brings you Diana Ross as the tragic song stylist Billie Holiday in this classic jazz flick. Read on
Price: $13.50 - $17
Saturday 8 June 2013, 4pm
Southern Cross
Get down with The Uprights – a small piano trio with a mighty sound! Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 4.30pm
Meow
Acoustic jazz trio featuring a different singer each afternoon. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 5pm
CQ Hotels Wellington
Relax and soak up an afternoon of free live jazz with experienced pianist Stephen Bennett. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 5.30pm
Logan Brown
Enjoy a jazzy appetizer at Logan Brown - with Gareth Barker, a fresh new talented Pop Jazz Vocalist. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 7pm
The Grill Bar (Amora Hotel)
Settle in to a night of saxy jazz with Wellington-based jazz quartet Cumulonimbus. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 7pm
Daddy O's
Enjoy a Jazz/Blues Dinner and Cabaret with friends at Daddy O's. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 7.30pm
Little Beer Quarter
The Little Beer Quarter (LBQ) is serving up a tasty jazz experience at this year’s WJF. Your ticket to see Dirty Mike & The Boys includes a two course meal crafted by the LBQ’s talented chef Leigh Bartosh. Read on
Price: $40
Saturday 8 June 2013, 8pm
The Tap Haus
The Tap Haus proudly presents a Trio of jazz masters – direct from the New Zealand School of Music. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 8pm
Meow
The Troubles' John Rae leads a stellar Kiwi collective. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 8.30pm
The Lido Cafe
Leigh Jackson and his toe-tapping brand of classic Gypsy Swing. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 9pm
Rogue and Vagabond
This young and energetic seven-piece band of Cuban music junkies will get you toe-tapping and feet-stomping! Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 11pm
Hashigo Zake
Direct from backing Iva Lankum, jazz organist James Illingworth funks it up in style with Darren Mathiassen (drums) and Justin 'Firefly' Clarke (guitar) for a wild session of amazing grooves to end your night on a high. Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 11pm
Meow
Jam session every night of the Festival with the kings of the jam: Ben Wilcock, Dan Yeasbley and John Rae. Read on
Sunday 9 June 2013, 7pm
The Lido Cafe
Smooth, contemporary dinner grooves at Wellington's favourite jazz residency. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 6pm
Cuba St.
Feel the vintage spirit on Friday night when handbags, glad rags and second-hand style is the order of the day. Read on
Friday 7 June 2013, 12pm
Cuba St.
Ragtime and jazz time. Beware: musicians at large Read on
Saturday 8 June 2013, 12pm
Cuba St.
Ragtime and jazz time. Beware: musicians at large Read on