Blues Alley
✨ Vibe
Tucked into a historic 18th-century carriage house, Blues Alley offers an unparalleled, intimate "supper club" atmosphere where world-class acoustics meet a legendary jazz legacy.
🍸 Best For
World-class live jazz, historic landmark enthusiasts, romantic date nights, Southern-inspired dining, and student music lovers.
🔥 Highlights
- Celebrating its 60th anniversary in 2025, this iconic venue is the nation's oldest continuously running jazz supper club and has hosted legends like Ella Fitzgerald and Dizzy Gillespie.
- The venue features a specialized Cajun and Southern menu, highlighting flavorful favorites such as seafood gumbo, jambalaya, and shrimp and grits.
- An incredible 50% student discount program makes elite jazz performances highly accessible to the next generation of music fans.
ℹ️ Need to Know
- Seating is primarily first-come, first-serve, so arriving early is recommended to enjoy the best views of the Yamaha grand piano on stage.
- The club is located in the alleyway behind 1073 Wisconsin Ave NW and is open daily from 6:00pm to 11:00pm.
🔄 Weekly Events
🎷 Daily Live Jazz Performances
Experience live jazz at the nation's oldest continuing jazz supper club. Featuring two shows nightly in an intimate 18th-century carriage house. Dinner service begins at 6:00 PM featuring authentic Creole cuisine.
🎓 Student Discount Nights
A limited number of student tickets are available for half price with a valid student ID. Tickets must be purchased in person at the box office.
Live Jazz & Creole Dinner 🎺
Experience live performances at the nation's oldest continuing jazz supper club, featuring authentic Creole cuisine, steak, and seafood. Dinner is served starting at 6:00 PM.
📰 In the News
The Bad Plus Adds Dates To 2026 Farewell Tour
Blues Alley will host the celebrated jazz band The Bad Plus for a two-night stand on June 20 and 21, 2026. These performances are part of the group's North American farewell tour, marking the conclusion of their 27-year career.
Women in Jazz: Yoko Miwa at Blues Alley
Blues Alley recently hosted jazz pianist Yoko Miwa for a landmark two-night, four-show engagement that featured original compositions and jazz interpretations of classic rock artists like John Lennon and Jimi Hendrix. The performance reaffirmed the historic Georgetown supper club's reputation as an intimate, premier destination for world-class jazz artists and their fans.
The Kevin Peter Jones All-Star Band Releases New Live Album “Blues Alley” | LISTEN!
Blues Alley serves as the recording site for the Kevin Peter Jones All-Star Band's new live album, released in January 2026 to coincide with the venue's 60th anniversary. The recording captures a series of sold-out performances at the historic Washington, D.C. jazz club and features legendary guest musicians including Randy Brecker and Jeff Lorber.
Top Hotels Near DC Jazz Clubs – Stay Close to the Music Scene
Blues Alley is featured as a legendary jazz hotspot in Georgetown, offering a classy and intimate atmosphere for live performances. Travelers looking to stay close to the venue can choose from nearby accommodations like The Graham Georgetown or the classic Georgetown Inn.
Jazz Icon Monty Alexander Ushers in the New Year at Blues Alley
Blues Alley celebrated its 60th anniversary with a sold-out New Year's residency by jazz legend Monty Alexander, who performed a soulful fusion of hard-swinging jazz and Caribbean rhythms. The historic Georgetown venue continues to serve as an intimate sanctuary for world-class music, reinforcing its legacy as a premier destination for jazz and culture in Washington D.C.
Recent Reviews from Google
Great atmosphere..it was our first time in Washington DC and we were fortunate that there was a jazz event hosted by the Argentinian Embassy.. the food was good, I tried shrimp and grits and they had...
For jazz music, it is hard to beat the sound quality. We've seen Joey Alexander at Blues Alley three times and it's always amazing. No matter who you see, for sound the only advice I give is not to...
50% student discount is incredible, really makes jazz accessible! I ordered the crab cakes, they were good but not great, would go for something else next time. The waitress was extremely attentive...
Had to do a drive by of this amazing landmark after it's recognition of 60 yrs for hosting amazing music and more in the DMV area. Did a quick tour of Georgetown to include Duke Ellington School of...
This place got me hooked onto jazz clubs and cheesecake so I might be biased but… this establishment is amazing. TLDR: Great food, fantastic music, cozy and intimate atmosphere. I went last year...
