The Grape Ventura

Happy Hour w/ Monte Montgomery & Friends
2026-09-29 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-22 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-15 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-08 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | The Grape, 2733 E Main St, Ventura, CA, 93003, United States
no cover
bar side
Happy Hour with multi-instrumentalist and vocalist, Monte Montgomery and special guests

Benjie Porecki - Pianist, Organist, Keyboardist
2026-09-26 20:00 - 23:00
Benjie Porecki – Pianist, Organist, Keyboardist
7:30pm Doors
8pm Show
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
$20 – Advance
$25 – At The Door
*One drink minimum per person
Internationally acclaimed keyboardist, Hammond B-3 organist,
composer, and recording artist Benjie Porecki has built a career defined
by soulful musicianship, inventive improvisation, and an unmistakable
groove. Blending jazz, soul, blues, gospel, and funk, Benjie has earned
recognition as both a dynamic bandleader and a sought-after
collaborator, performing with artists including Carlos Santana, Buddy
Guy, Chaka Khan, Maysa, Patti LaBelle, and Pieces of a Dream.
His latest album, Faster Than We Know, reached the JazzWeek Top 25
and continues to receive airplay on jazz stations throughout the United
States and internationally. Whether performing on piano or Hammond
B-3 organ, Benjie delivers an engaging live experience that combines
original compositions with inspired improvisation, deep grooves, and
genuine connection with audiences.
Band:

Organ, Piano, Keyboards – Benji Porecki
Drums-Greg Clark (Stanley Clarke, Snarky Puppy, John Mellencamp)
Bass-CJ Alexander (Toni Braxton, Lana Del Rey, Flo Rida)

The Shawn Jones Big Band
2026-09-25 20:00 - 23:00
The Shawn Jones Big Band
7:30pm Doors
8pm Show
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$30 – General Seating
$40 – VIP Seating
+$10 All Ticket Tiers – At The Door
Shawn Jones is an international touring Roots/Americana/Blues/Rock musician of over 30 years based in Southern California. Shawn tours with his band of “A level” touring/studio musicians as well as having a very dynamic solo show.
Shawn performs over 200+ dates a year in the USA, UK, and EU. There are six studio album releases including Shawn’s new album “In My Blood” due out early 2024. The upcoming album is produced by legendary producer/engineer Niko Bolas and mastered by multi-Grammy winning mixing/mastering/producer Richard Dodd. The new release features world renowned musicians: Herman Matthews, The Memphis Horns, Sam Bolle, Josie Aiello, and Philip Parlapiano. In recent years Shawn was invited to guest as opener for the five time Grammy winning legend Robert Cray on a 16 date theater tour of the UK and several shows in California.
Shawn’s skills as a seasoned songwriter, guitarist and vocalist make him one of the most dynamic and relevant artists on today’s Americana/Roots/Blues/Rock music scene. Growing up in the heartland of Southern California, one of Shawn’s earliest recollections as a boy was playing guitars and harmonizing with his late father Danny Jones. That formidable experience led him to follow his dreams as a professional musician.
He’s shared bills with many renowned musicians, including B.B. King, Robert Cray, Buddy Guy, Bonnie Raitt, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Leon Russell, Derek Trucks, Robben Ford, Joe Bonamassa, and many others. Shawn was also managed by the late great country music legend Waylon Jennings for a time, toured in his band, and played on his 1996 release “Right For The Time”.
His variety of performances capture his audience whenever he’s playing an acoustic set that highlights his soulful voice and incredible guitar skills or rocking the crowd with his band of world class musicians.
Featuring:
Shawn Jones – Guitar, Vocals Herman Matthews – Drums
Sam Bolle – Bass
Marc Hugenberger – Keys
Lois Mahalia – Vocals
Ed Wynne – Sax
Justin Kirk – Trombone
Mike Fortunato – Trumpet

Happy Hour with The Fred Kaplan Trio
2026-09-25 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-18 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-11 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-04 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

Happy Hour with Collins & Rollins Quartet
2026-09-24 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-17 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-10 17:00 - 19:00
🎹🎸 Collins Rollins Quartet – Happy Hour 🍷
Join us for an elegant evening of live jazz with the Collins Rollins Quartet, featuring the exceptional musical partnership of pianist Kent Rollins and guitarist Tom Collins. Together with a stellar rhythm section, the quartet performs a tasteful blend of classic jazz standards, modern jazz, blues, and groove with the effortless chemistry that only seasoned musicians can deliver. Kent Rollins has shared the stage with artists including Bill Champlin and Doug Webb, while Tom Collins has performed with many of Southern California’s finest jazz musicians.
✨ Relax with Happy Hour from 5–7 PM, enjoy 10–20% off featured drinks, and let the smooth sounds of world-class jazz set the tone for your evening. Great music, great drinks, and great company—only at The Grape. 🍷🎶

Matterform
2026-09-23 19:00 - 22:00
Matterform
6:30pm Doors
7pm Show
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$15 – Advance
$20 – At The Door
*One drink minimum per person
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)

Tom Collins and Friends
2026-09-23 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-16 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-09 17:00 - 19:00
🎷 Tom Collins & Friends 🍷
Ease into your evening with the timeless sounds of Tom Collins & Friends, a classic jazz ensemble featuring outstanding musicians from Ventura and beyond. Each performance brings together exceptional talent, tasteful improvisation, and the relaxed sophistication that makes Happy Hour at The Grape so special.
Join us for Wine Wednesday from 5–7 PM and enjoy 10–20% off select premium wines while soaking in an evening of world-class jazz, great company, and the perfect after-work atmosphere. 🍷✨

The Grape Gratitude Jazz Jam
2026-09-22 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-15 19:00 - 22:00, 2026-09-08 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.

Phoenyx Big Band - Broadway Night!
2026-09-19 20:00 - 23:00
Phoenyx Big Band – Broadway Night!
7:30pm Doors
8pm Show
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$20 Advance
$25 At the door
Broadway Night at The Grape! The Phoenyx, a 17-piece big band, will be fronted by two amazing vocalists, Eliya Frantz and Bill A. Jones. In addition to its jazz classics and modern songs with a big band flare, the Phoenyx will be showcasing tunes from some of your favorite Broadway musicals!
Vocalist Eliya Frantz w/ Special Guest Bill A. Jones

Phatback, Earl & Me!
2026-09-18 20:00 - 23:00
Phatback, Earl & Me!

7:30pm Doors
8pm Show
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$30 – General Seating
$40 – VIP Seating
+$10 on all ticket tiers – At The Door
*One drink minimum per person
Phatback, Earl & Me! is an American Blues, Blues Rock, and Rhythm & Soul band based out of Los Angeles, CA. Formed in 2022, the band features a group of ALL-STAR musicians who have played with and/or toured with Tower of Power,
Bruce Springsteen, Bruce Hornsby, Kenny Loggins, Stevie Wonder, Richard Marx, Jason Mraz, Shawn Covin, Chicago, Snoop Dog, Blood, Sweat, & Tears, Joe Walsh, Celine Dion, Tears for Fears, Elton John, Bonnie Raitt, Tom Jones, Whitney Houston, John Legend, Bruno Mars, The Doobie Brothers, Gladys Knight & The Pips, The Isley Brothers and so may more…
As “Sidemen and Women” with individual solo recordings to their names, this group of musicians looks for any opportunity to play music together.

Rock Sundays with Colonel Agnus (AC/DC Tribute) & 2L (Tool Tribute)
2026-09-13 19:00 - 22:00
Rock Sundays with Colonel Agnus (AC/DC Tribute) & 2L (Tool Tribute)
Doors: 7pm
Show: 7:15pm
Purchase Tickets Here!
$15 – Standing
$20 – General Seating
$25 – Table Seating
+$10 on all ticket tiers at the door
*One drink minimum per person
⚡ ROCK SUNDAYS ARE HERE! ⚡
We’re kicking off our first Rock Sunday on Sunday, September 13 with a double dose of heavy-hitting tribute rock!
🔥 COLONEL AGNUS — Santa Barbara’s tribute to AC/DC, bringing the riffs, swagger, and high-voltage rock ’n’ roll.
🔥 2L — A tribute to TOOL, delivering the crushing grooves, intricate rhythms, and intensity of one of heavy music’s most iconic bands.
Come help us launch Rock Sundays the right way — AC/DC + TOOL all in one night. 🤘

Happy Hour with the Franklin and Mercedes Duo Show
2026-09-12 17:00 - 19:00
The Franklin and Mercedes Duo show featuring traditional swing and modern jazz.

Happy Hour with The Robert Van Trio
2026-09-10 17:00 - 19:00
happy hour barside with pianist, Robert Van
Bob Wider- bass
Dave Hunt- drums
No cover

Boom Duo
2026-09-09 19:00 - 22:00
6:30pm Doors
7pm Show
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$10 – Advance
$15 – At the Door
*One drink minimum per person
Boom Duo create spontaneous compositions in the moment exploring traditional and invented song forms, rhythms and soundscapes. Boom Duo is comprised of John Lacques on drums and percussion and Noah Thomas on trumpets and electronics. Lacques has studied and performed in a wide variety of drumming styles including Classical Indian music, jazz, rock, punk and professional theater productions in LA and Ventura Counties. Thomas is a multi-instrumentalist and anthropologist who’s musical journey has included classical, jazz, world music, rock and experimental genres.
Noah Thomas – Trumpet / Electronics
John Lacques – Drums / Percussion

Groove Legacy
2026-09-05 20:00 - 23:00
7:30pm Doors
8pm Show
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
Standard Seating: $30
VIP Seating: $40
At the Door: +$10 on all tickets
*One drink minimum per person
Groove Legacy is a Los Angeles-based soul-jazz ensemble that captures the timeless sound of the ’70s, blending jazz, funk, blues, and R&B into a powerful live experience. Inspired by legendary groups like the Crusaders, the band features top-call session musicians who have performed and recorded with some of the biggest names in music. Groove Legacy delivers soulful originals and classic grooves with authenticity, energy, and world-class musicianship .
Led my Billy Steinway- piano (Annie Lennox , The Crusaders , Stevie Wonder ) and Paulie Cerra -Sax & Vocals (Joe Bonamassa, Lionel Richie, Larry Carlton )
Guest Drummer Michael White had played on literally hundreds of hit records. While also being a member of the legendary the group, Frankie Beverly and Maze . Guest Bassist Derrick Murdock also a Crusader veteran . And also played many years in The Tonight Show Band.
https://groovelegacy.com/

Jimmy Calire Happy Hour
2026-09-05 17:00 - 19:00
Jimmy Calire and Friends Happy Hour

Gunhild Carling - Sweden's Queen of Swing (Two Shows)
2026-09-04 20:00
Gunhild Carling – Sweden’s Queen of Swing
Early Show: 8pm – PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
Late Show: 10pm – PURCHASE TICKETS HERE
General Outer Seating: $35
General Seating: $40
VIP Seating: $50
At The Door: +$10 on all ticket tiers
*One Drink minimum per person
Swedish musical sensation Gunhild Carling is an internationally acclaimed superstar whose show is a can’t-miss event! Whether she’s singing favorite swinging jazz standards, playing one of many 11 instruments (trumpet, trombone, harmonica, oboe, harp, flute, recorder, or jazz bagpipe!) or juggling and tap dancing, Gunhild’s sublime showmanship shines. And just wait for the finale – spoiler alert – she plays three trumpets at once!
Carling competed as a celebrity dancer in Let’s Dance 2014 on TV4 placing third. Was also on Sweden’s Dancing with The Stars. Gunhild performed for Sweden’s Got Talent in 2017 and on America’s Got Talent season 2019.
She performed with her ‘Carling Big Band’ at the Royal Palace in Stockholm in the celebration for King Carl XVI Gustaf’s Ruby Jubilee. Performing such great memorable vintage songs such as “Minnie the Moocher,” “Sweet Georgia Brown,” “All of Me,” “It Had to Be You,” and an endless repertoire of songs, Gunhild masterfully takes you back to another era like a time machine.
Between Touring with her own band, she performs in several configurations from solo to The Count Basie Big Band Orchestra & her own Big Band to guesting with symphonies and as a featured singer and multi-instrumentalist in several of Postmodern Jukebox‘s songs, including a 1920s jazz swing version of “Material Girl”, and a 1920s hot jazz cover of ABBA’s “Dancing Queen”. Gunhild Carling keeps serenading audiences in the US and all around the world today in clubs to Jazz Festivals. She has over 70 million views from social media earning her a silver award from You Tube.

Brazilian Jazz with Téka and friends
2026-09-03 19:00 - 22:00
Brazilian Jazz with Téka and friends
6:30pm Doors
7pm Show
PURCHASE TICKETS HERE!
$15 – Advance
$20 – At The Door
*One drink minimum per person
A native of Londrina, Brazil, Téka mastered the traditions of Brazilian music at an
early age. Along the way, she became equally entranced by American jazz. As
her artistry grew, her talented singing and guitar playing fused the sensual
rhythms and harmonies of Brazil with the sophistication and improvisation of
jazz – a fascinating musical blend she calls New Bossa.
Téka has performed and recorded with Brazilian legends Hermeto Pascoal ,
Gilberto Gil, Flora Purim and Airto Moreira.
Her first CD, Garden Planet, included original music with an environmental
theme. Both Garden Planet and her second release, Watercolours of Brazil,
received high praise from critics and audiences.
Reviewing those first two albums, The Los Angeles Times wrote that, “Like João
Gilberto, Téka brings everything into a unified expression, combining her vocal
lines and rhythmic guitar accompaniments into a single, elegantly buoyant
musical blend.”
Her latest release, So Many Stars, was described by the International Review of
Music as “a definitive statement that she has matured into a gifted, world-class
musical artist. Téka has a summer evening breeze quality to her voice always.
She is as smoooooooooooth as bossa nova can be and that is very smooth
indeed.”
Téka – vocals & guitar
Alyse Korn – piano
Robert Kyle – sax/flute/percussion
