BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Lerner Theatre - ECPv6.8.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Lerner Theatre X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelerner.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Lerner Theatre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260618T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260621T170000 DTSTAMP:20261022T234325 CREATED:20260315T164954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T201052Z UID:10000442-1781776800-1782061200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:38th Elkhart Jazz Festival DESCRIPTION:View the Elkhart Jazz Festival Schedule\n \n Download the Jazz Festival App!\n \n \n \n \n \n Since 1988\, jazz legends and fans have gathered each summer in downtown Elkhart for an unforgettable weekend at the Elkhart Jazz Festival. Blending warm small-town hospitality with world-class talent\, the festival has grown into an internationally recognized celebration of America’s classic art form. Each year\, more than 100 performers take the stage while thousands of visitors fill the city for four days of live music\, community spirit\, and nonstop jazz. \n\nThursday\, June 18\nThe festival kicks off at The Lerner Theatre with chart-topping\, GRAMMY® Award-winning duo Larkin Poe\, presented by the Elkhart County Convention and Visitors Bureau as part of the 38th annual Elkhart Jazz Festival. \nSisters Rebecca and Megan Lovell are known for their powerful blend of contemporary blues\, roots rock\, and Americana\, paired with deeply personal storytelling and electrifying musicianship. Their latest album Bloom earned a 2026 GRAMMY® nomination for Best Americana Album and continues their evolution as one of the most compelling acts in modern roots music. \n\nFriday\, June 19\nFriday night at The Lerner Theatre features the Jeff Hamilton Trio\, led by one of the most respected drummers in jazz. Hamilton is joined by pianist Tadataka Unno and bassist Jon Hamar\, bringing world-class musicianship and timeless swing to the festival stage. \nIn The Crystal Ballroom\, the Mayor’s Reception\, celebrating Juneteenth\, will feature Tim Cunningham with special guest Ivan Moreland in an elegant evening of music and community. \nYour Day Pass or Weekend Pass also includes performances throughout the evening\, including the Metz\, Sportiello\, Keller Trio\, along with outdoor stage performances by Powerhouse\, VibeNation\, and Whistle Pigs\, with live music happening across multiple festival venues throughout downtown Elkhart. \n\nSaturday\, June 20\nSaturday night’s headliner at The Lerner Theatre is St. Paul & The Broken Bones\, the powerhouse soul ensemble from Birmingham\, Alabama\, known for their electrifying live performances and the commanding vocals of frontman Paul Janeway. Their newest album marks a creative renewal\, blending soulful roots with bold modern energy. \nWith a Day Pass or Weekend Pass\, festivalgoers can enjoy a full day of performances across stages\, including the Dave Bennett Quartet\, Connie Han Trio\, Eric Rasmussen Quartet\, and the Jessica Fichot Quartet. \nAdditional performances throughout the day include Moga Family Band\, The Free Label\, Idun Carling Quintet\, Abbie Thomas & The Crazy Hearts\, The Frownin’ Mawgs\, and 3 Martini Jeannie\, along with student groups\, regional favorites\, and surprise festival guests appearing throughout Downtown Elkhart. \n\nSunday\, June 21\nSunday morning will feature the return of the popular Jazz Brunch in the Crystal Ballroom (sold separately)\, featuring live jazz in an elegant setting. \nThe festival concludes with a special headliner performance at The Lerner Theatre featuring GRAMMY®-winning guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli with Truth in Jazz\, performing timeless standards along with selections from his latest tribute to Tony Bennett. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Join the “Top Brass”\, all access for the weekend and recognition as EJF supporter.\nFor Top Brass contact: elkfestinc@gmail.com \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nWant the full Jazz Fest experience?Choose the “I Want It All” Pass!\n\n\nThe ultimate way to experience the festival is the I Want It All Pass. This package includes a ticket to each headliner concert at The Lerner Theatre — Larkin Poe\, Jeff Hamilton Trio\, St. Paul & The Broken Bones\, and John Pizzarelli with Truth in Jazz — plus a bonus Weekend Pass for access to additional performances throughout the festival. If you don’t want to miss a moment of the 38th Annual Elkhart Jazz Festival\, this is the pass for you.\n \n I Want It All!\n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 Elkhart Jazz Festival Volunteers\nIf you are interested in becoming a 2026 Elkhart Jazz Festival volunteer\, please fill out this application and submit via email to therese.geise@thelerner.com \n \n Download Jazz Festival Volunteer Application\n \n \n \n \n \n Find more Jazz Festival Events below: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Oct \n \n 16 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Friday\, October 16 @ 8:00 am - Thursday\, December 10 @ 5:00 pm \n \n \n \n Premier Arts – 2027 Season Package \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Oct \n \n 27 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n A Taste of Ireland: The Irish Music & Dance Sensation \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Nov \n \n 8 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:00 pm \n \n \n \n Bert Kreischer: Permission to Party \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Nov \n \n 12 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n Bored Teachers: “Is It Friday Yet?!” Comedy Tour \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Nov \n \n 14 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n South Bend Lyric Opera – French Masters: Operatic Arias and Duets \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Nov \n \n 20 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:30 pm \n \n \n \n Friends of The Lerner presents: Mike Super – Magic & Illusion \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Nov \n \n 22 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:00 pm \n \n \n \n Charlie Berens: The Lost and Found Tour \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Nov \n \n 28 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 3:00 pm \n \n \n \n The Nutcracker at The Lerner Theatre \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Feb \n \n 5 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:00 pm \n \n \n \n Friends of The Lerner presents: Catapult – Magic Shadows \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n \n Apr \n \n 9 \n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 7:00 pm \n \n \n \n Amber Autry: Happy Holler Tour \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n\n\n \n\n \n \n View Calendar \n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n \n View the Elkhart Jazz Festival Schedule\n \n Download the Jazz Festival App!\n \n Visit elkhartjazzfestival.com\n \n \n \n \n \n PRESENTED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/38th-elkhart-jazz-festival/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Featured,Food and Drink,Jazz Fest ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/jazz-fest-1920x1080-rebrand.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20260624T210000 DTSTAMP:20261022T234326 CREATED:20260603T150302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260624T200530Z UID:10000493-1782329400-1782334800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:CANCELED: Art Walk - After Hours: Common Ground DESCRIPTION:Event Update: Art Walk After Hours Canceled \nDue to the forecasted weather\, tonight’s Art Walk After Hours concert featuring Common Ground has been canceled. \nThe safety of our guests\, performers\, and staff is our top priority. While we’re disappointed we won’t be able to gather on Central Green tonight\, we are currently exploring options to bring Common Ground back for a future date and will share updates as they become available. \nDowntown Elkhart Art Walk activities will continue as scheduled. We encourage everyone to support our local artists\, merchants\, and restaurants throughout the evening. \nThank you for your understanding\, and we look forward to seeing you at a future Art Walk After Hours event. \n \n Elkhart Art Walk\n \n Elkhart Music Town\n \n \n \n \n \n WE’RE BRINGING THE PARTY! \nCommon Ground was established in 2005 by talented and professional entertainers for the sole purpose of making your listening and dancing experience fun and enjoyable. \nWe strive to provide you with a night of  professional quality dance music that is entertaining and just plain fun to listen to. Make your next “Night Out” a fun filled experience and catch one of our shows. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT ART WALK AFTER HOURS \nElkhart Art Walk is expanding its footprint this season with the debut of Art Walk After Hours. Hosted on Central Green\, this high-energy concert series invites the community to stay late and experience a musical journey through time. \nThe series theme\, “Each show opens a portal to a different era\,” promises a curated selection of hits spanning the 1980s\, 1990s\, 2000s\, and today. Designed as a space “where the fans have a voice\,” the event emphasizes community engagement and the vibrant local music scene. \nThe 2026 Schedule (7:30 PM – 9:00 PM): \n\nMay 27\nJune 24\nJuly 29\nAugust 26\nSeptember 23\n\nIn partnership with Elkhart Artwalk\, The Lerner Theatre\, and Elkhart Music Town. Made possible by: Elkhart County CVB\, Friends of the Lerner\, and Community Foundation of Elkhart County. Art Walk After Hours embodies the spirit of “Live. Local. Loud.” \nAttendees are encouraged to enjoy the traditional Art Walk festivities downtown before heading to Central Green for the 7:30 p.m. performances. Admission is FREE! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elkhart Art Walk\n \n Elkhart Music Town URL:https://thelerner.com/event/art-walk-after-hours-common-ground/ LOCATION:Central Green\, 300 S Main St\, Elkhart\, Indiana\, 46516 CATEGORIES:Art Walk After Hours,Concert,Featured,Free Event,Friends of the Lerner ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/common-ground-canceled_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR