Happy Hour with Kent Rollins & Friends
2026-06-10 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-03 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-27 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-20 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Grape, 2733 E Main St, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
Happy Hour with Pianist, Kent Rollins and friends
bar side, no cover

The Grape Gratitude Jazz Jam
2026-06-09 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-06-02 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-05-26 19:00 - 22:00
$10 cover at the door
Ventura County’s hottest jazz night! Hosted By Tyler Hammond (drums) with the hottest rotating house band around, often featuring Karl Hunter (saxophone), Guil Juliao (bass), and friends.
You are guaranteed to find SOMETHING during this night that will butter your biscuit. It’s the best variety night this side of the Conejo Grade.
21+
Doors and signup at 6:30 pm
Jazz Jam Guidelines:
1. The focus of this jam is to play Jazz music. It is NOT live band Karaoke.
2. Be prepared/ Know the tune/Know what key you’d like to play the tune in.
3. Bring charts for the band if you’re going out of standard Jazz repertoire.
4. After the melody is finished, allow room for everyone to solo.
5. Please don’t come onto the stage unless you are called up.
6. Be kind and supportive to other performers.
7. After 9pm, there’s no guarantee you’ll get a turn.
8. Whatever Tyler says, goes.

Happy Hour w/ Monte Montgomery & Friends
2026-06-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-02 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-26 17:00 - 19:00
no cover
bar side
Happy Hour with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Monte Montgomery and special guests

Shawn Jones Big Band Project
2026-06-06 20:00 - 23:00
$30 advanced/$40 door
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Shawn Jones Big Band Project returns to The Grape, Ventura, CA! Featuring: Shawn Jones – Guitar, Vocals Herman Matthews – Drums Sam Bolle – Bass Marc Hugenberger – Keys Lois Mahalia – Vocals Ed Wynne – Sax Justin Kirk – Trombone Ron Blake – Trumpet

Jimmy and Mario Calire
2026-06-06 17:00 - 19:00
Don’t miss Jimmy and Mario Calire, the talented father-son duo, performing live during Happy Hour on Saturday, June 6, from 5–7 PM. Come relax, enjoy a drink, and experience an evening of great music and family harmony.

Smokey and Friends
2026-06-06 14:00 - 17:00
Smokey and Friends! Local Blues Band! Saturday June 6th 2-5 $10 PRESALE

Ventura College Jazz Band
2026-06-05 20:00 - 23:00
Ventura College Jazz Ensemble Invites You….
To Join Us For An Evening of Good Music!
The Ventura College Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Fundi Legohn, will perform at The Grape Jazz Club in Ventura on June 5th at 8pm.
Come and listen to varied styles of Jazz from musicians that are advancing to the university and military to continue their musical development.
The winner of this year’s Hans Ottsen Jazz Award will also be announced this evening!
Please come out and support music education, the VC Jazz program, and these young Cats playing this classic music.
When: Friday, June 5th, 2026, at 8:00 PM
Where: The Grape
2733 E. Main Street Ventura California
No minors, $15 and bring some fun folks with you!
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Happy Hour with The Fred Kaplan Trio
2026-06-05 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-22 17:00 - 19:00
West Coast Swing and Boogie Woogie Blues with Fred Kaplan and friends
Every Friday in the bar side Happy Hour 5-7pm.
no cover

Laurence Juber & Guitar Noir w/ Special Guest Christena Rich
2026-06-04 19:00 - 22:00
$20 Advanced/$25 Door
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Laurence Juber is a performer, recording artist, composer and arranger. First internationally recognized as lead guitarist in Paul McCartney’s Wings, with whom he won a Grammy®, Juber has since established himself as a world-renowned guitar virtuoso and entertainer.
Accompanied by Zac Matthews on bass and Kevin Winard on drums & percussion, his Guitar Noir trio performances – with LJ on acoustic & electric guitars – are a unique blend of folk, rock & jazz.
Songstress Christena Rich’s latest album Jimmy’s – a collection of re-imagined jazz classics by legendary composer Jimmy McHugh – was produced by Laurence Juber. The Canadian chanteuse will add her pop, jazz & soul stylings to the trio set.
LJ will also feature some of his unique solo acoustic arrangements of Beatles’ songs from his latest album release I’ve Got A Feeling.
Juber’s DVD-Audio project Guitar Noir (AIX Records) won a CES Demmy award for best surround-sound audio.
What’s been said about Laurence Juber’s shows:
“One of the world’s most remarkable acoustic guitarists.” – The South China Post
“Uniformly exquisite and dazzingly executed” – L.A.Times
“Juber scores high marks for the clarion precision of his playing and for his tasteful arrangements” – Downbeat
“A Master!“- Pete Townshend, The Who

Happy Hour with Collins & Rollins Quartet
2026-06-04 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-28 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-21 17:00 - 19:00
barside
No cover
Kent Rollins – piano
Tom Collins – guitar

RJ Mischo's 1st Wednesday Blues Showcase
2026-06-03 19:00 - 22:00
$10 cover
RJ Mischo’s monthly “First Wednesday” Blues Showcase, featuring an all-star lineup of blues musicians.

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Phoenyx Big Band
2026-05-30 20:00 - 23:00
$20 Advanced/$25 Door
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A local favorite, Phoenyx Big Band plays swinging standards and unique Pop arrangements. Big band era jazz and swing with a modern twist as the Phoenyx performs standards by Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin and spices things up with pop classics by Stevie Wonder, Van Morrison, Carole King, and more!
Vocalist Eliya Frantz w/ special guest Bill A. Jones

Matterform
2026-05-29 20:00 - 23:00
$15 ADVANCED
$20 DOOR
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Matterform is a Ventura-based instrumental groove band living at the intersection of deep pocket, cosmic improvisation, and jazz harmony. Matterform draws from jazz, funk, soul, hip-hop, and dance music to build immersive instrumental journeys. Psychedelic guitar leads, wailing sax lines and floaty piano which thread through lush jazz harmonies, swirling textures, and rhythm sections that stay deep in the pocket.
Whether stretching out live or locking into tightly composed sections, the band thrives on momentum, patience, and release. It’s music for moving bodies, open minds, and listeners who appreciate groove-driven improvisation, rich harmony, and collective energy over flash. Featuring: Drew Espejo (Drums) Javi Avila (keys) Tony Pelosi (guitar) Zach Manpearl (Bass/organ) Chet Toner (saxophone/ guitar) Taylor Hopkins (bass) Rafa Langa (percussion)

The Guil Juliao Quintet
2026-05-28 19:00 - 22:00
Guil Juliao has been a powerhouse in the jazz scene for years, known for his deep groove, musical versatility, and commanding presence on stage. With a style that blends precision, soul, and unmistakable energy, Guil has earned the respect of musicians and audiences alike throughout countless performances and collaborations.
This quintet is set to deliver an evening of outstanding music, featuring dynamic improvisation, tight interplay, and the kind of chemistry that only comes from seasoned performers who truly love the art of jazz. From hard-swinging classics to expressive modern arrangements, the group promises a performance full of energy, passion, and unforgettable moments.
Don’t miss this chance to experience an incredible night of live jazz.
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Justin Chart & The Jazz Emissaries
2026-05-27 19:00 - 22:00
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$10 Cover at door
Universal Music Group artist Justin Chart is a visionary alto saxophonist and a prominent figure in the modern West Coast jazz scene. Jazz Europe rates Justin Chart as one of the top ten modern day hard bop saxophone players in the world. Known in jazz circles as “The Blizzard” for his explosive playing and intricate compositional changes, Chart is a trailblazer who is one of the modern masters of Hard-Bop jazz. His unique style is characterized by a seductive yet familiar vibe, offering a harmonic edge that remains deeply rooted in the jazz lineage while standing out as distinctly modern in color.
Featuring Kenton Luck, Jon Greathouse, Peter Marshall, and Chris Ross

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Happy Hour with The Robert Van Trio
2026-05-23 17:00 - 19:00
Barside
No cover
Happy hour performance with keyboardist, pianist, and composer Robert Van.

Two Trees Jazz Project
2026-05-22 20:00 - 23:00
The Two Trees Jazz Project has become one of Ventura’s most exciting rising bands over the past two years, blending high-level musicianship with pure energy and soul. Led by Franklin, the group earned a first-place victory at the Ventura St. Patrick’s Day Parade and has continued building serious local notoriety ever since.
The lineup is stacked with talent: Mercedes Carter, a highly respected tenor saxophonist known for her powerful sound and presence; Pete Goleta of Goleta Sound, whose guitar playing brings both finesse and fire; Ventura College standouts Wyatt Schmitz and Evan Tindall, both recognized among the top musicians in their class; and Adalia Landeros, an incredibly talented alto sax player and fellow Ventura College talent who brings style and flavor to every performance.
From jazz to funk to high-energy street performances, the Two Trees Jazz Project keeps pushing forward and making waves across Ventura County.

TD Lind & The Aviators
2026-05-21 19:00 - 22:00
$20 Advanced/$25 Door
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TD Lind & The Aviators is an indie rock band out of Southern California driven by old-soul storytelling, brawny vocals, and larger-than-life sound.
Born in England, TD Lind signed a record deal at 19 years old and has since toured America and Europe for the last 30 years, sharing the stage with Sting, Bad Company, Wilco and many others. He has 4 critically-acclaimed albums, the last being produced by legendary producer Glyn Johns.
In 2022, TD Lind joined up with producer and bassist David Franz (Iyeoka, Underground Sun), saxophonist Karl Hunter (Big Bad Voodoo Daddy), drummer Greg Weiser (Danny McGaw), and guitarist Sam Kulchin (The Caverns). They are known for their unforgettable live shows, as featured on their “Into the Light” album, recorded and released in 2023.
Their debut studio album “Golden” was released on August 21, 2024.

SoCal Blues All-Stars
2026-05-20 20:00 - 23:00
So Cal Blues All Stars
