Jazz, blues & soul / Downtown Ann Arbor (Main St)
Blue LLama Jazz Club
A supper-club-style jazz room on Main Street in downtown Ann Arbor, next door to The Ark, pairing dinner and cocktails with live jazz.
01 / The story of this place
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Blue LLama serves dinner and craft cocktails alongside live jazz sets five nights a week. It books Detroit and national jazz musicians as well as themed showcases.
- Live jazz five nights a week
- Dinner and craft cocktails
- Detroit and national players
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Sources & fact check · Checked: 2026-09-25
An independently written bilingual guide. This collection is not an attendance-based ranking.
03 / Events
Events at this place
Published events automatically linked from our event guide. Times are local to the venue.
Oct 8, 2026, 7:00 PMRick Roe Trio
A live performance by the Rick Roe Trio jazz band at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor.
Oct 9, 2026, 7:00 PMMarcus Elliot Quartet
Performance by the Marcus Elliot Quartet at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor.
Oct 10, 2026, 7:00 PMSean Dobbins Organ Trio
Sean Dobbins Organ Trio plays Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Expect smooth, grooving jazz in an intimate setting.
Oct 10, 2026, 7:00 PMSean Dobbins Organ Trio
Sean Dobbins Organ Trio plays Saturday, October 10, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Detroit drummer Dobbins brings hard-driving swing with melodic touch; two sets (7 and 9), $25 cover.
Oct 11, 2026, 6:00 PMJoshua Redman Quartet
The Joshua Redman Quartet performs at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The group consists of talented jazz musicians delivering a modern jazz experience to the audience.
Oct 14, 2026, 7:00 PMPaul Keller's Ray Brown Tribute
At the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, Paul Keller performs a tribute to Ray Brown, honoring the legendary jazz bassist. The event celebrates Brown's contributions to the jazz genre.
Oct 15, 2026, 7:00 PMAguankó
Aguankó is a musical performance or band featured at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor.
Oct 16, 2026, 7:00 PMDon Hicks & Friends
Don Hicks & Friends perform at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, offering a special jazz experience.
Oct 17, 2026, 7:00 PMTumbao Bravo
A concert by the band Tumbao Bravo at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor.
Oct 18, 2026, 6:00 PMTim Ries Quartet
The Tim Ries Quartet performs at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The group presents jazz classics and original compositions, highlighting the quartet's dynamic interplay and improvisational skills.
Oct 21, 2026, 7:00 PMDate Night: Aris Chalin Piano Duo
The Aris Chalin Piano Duo performs jazz music at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor in an event styled as a date night.
Oct 22, 2026, 7:00 PMKenji Lee Quartet
The Kenji Lee Quartet performed a live jazz concert at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor.
Oct 23, 2026, 4:00 PMSwing Happy Hour: Kerrytown Stompers
At Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, the Kerrytown Stompers perform swing music during a special happy hour event.
Oct 23, 2026, 7:00 PMTiffany Gridiron
The Tiffany Gridiron concert takes place at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The event offers a jazz music experience in the club's cozy setting.
Oct 24, 2026, 7:00 PMDemetrius Nabors Concert
Demetrius Nabors performs at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, providing a jazz music experience for enthusiasts through the work of this renowned musician.
Oct 25, 2026, 6:00 PMJacob Hart Quartet
The Jacob Hart Quartet performs at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, known for their dynamic jazz performances.
Oct 28, 2026, 7:00 PMSteve Wilson + Kzoo Jazz Project
Steve Wilson performs with the Kzoo Jazz Project at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, presenting a jazz music event.
Oct 29, 2026, 7:00 PMAlex Harding & Organ Nation
A performance by Alex Harding & Organ Nation at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, featuring jazz centered around the organ's distinctive sound.
Oct 30, 2026, 7:00 PMRodney Whitaker Group
The Rodney Whitaker Group performs at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, offering high-quality jazz music in an intimate club setting.
Oct 31, 2026, 7:00 PMDave McMurray
A jazz performance by Dave McMurray at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor.
Nov 1, 2026, 6:00 PMDetroit Jazz Project
The Detroit Jazz Project is a musical event held at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. It focuses on jazz music, bringing the traditions and style of Detroit jazz to the audience.
Nov 4, 2026, 7:00 PMMarquis Hill
Marquis Hill performed live at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, delivering a jazz trumpet concert in an intimate club setting.
Nov 6, 2026, 4:00 PMWEMU 5:01 Jazz Series: Rick Roe with Laith Al Saadi
Rick Roe and Laith Al Saadi play on Friday, November 6, at 4 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor, part of the WEMU 5:01 Jazz Series. Check out this duo and the vibrant jazz vibe at the venue.
Nov 7, 2026, 7:00 PMXavier Davis Quartet
The Xavier Davis Quartet plays Saturday, November 7, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The Michigan State jazz piano professor brings world-class chops for two sets (7 and 9 p.m.); $25 cover.
Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PMLaura Simone
Laura-Simone, a 20-year-old bassist and vocalist, plays Friday, November 13, at 7 p.m. (two sets at 7 and 9) at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. She’s played BBC Proms, Carnegie Hall, and Monterey Jazz Festival—catch her up close for a $25 cover, with table reservations available.
Nov 15, 2026, 6:00 PMThe Triumvirate
The Triumvirate, an Ann Arbor jazz trio, plays two sets on Sunday, November 15, at 6 and 7:30 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. High-energy, hard-swinging takes on standards plus originals; $25 cover.
Nov 18, 2026, 7:00 PMDate Night: Aris Chalin Piano Duo
Aris Chalin Piano Duo plays Wednesday, November 18, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Two sets (7 and 8), free cover, plus a $95 Dinner for Two—award-winning pianist blending genres.
Nov 19, 2026, 7:00 PMAjde Aman
Ajde Aman brings Balkan folk-fusion to Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor on Thursday, November 19, at 7 p.m. Old-world melodies, spicy scales, and odd-meter grooves with a funky kick; $25 cover, table reservations available.
Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PMMarion Hayden Legacy Ensemble
Detroit bassist Marion Hayden brings her Legacy Ensemble to Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 21, with sets at 7 and 9 p.m. Original, narrative-driven jazz; $25 cover.
Nov 22, 2026, 6:00 PMJanis Siegel
Janis Siegel, founding vocalist of The Manhattan Transfer, plays two sets on Sunday, November 22, at 6 and 8 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. A Grammy-winning voice in an intimate club setting; dinner is included with the ticket.
Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PMStella Cole
Stella Cole brings her fresh take on the Great American Songbook to Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor on Saturday, November 28, with shows at 7 and 9 p.m. If you’re into Judy Garland, Sinatra, and Nat King Cole with a modern twist, this one’s for you; ticket includes dinner.
Nov 29, 2026, 6:00 PMStella Cole
Stella Cole plays Sunday, November 29, at 6 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. She brings classic standards to life with a fresh touch—think Laufey meets Bublé. Dinner & show is $125 with table reservations.
Dec 3, 2026, 7:00 PMWayne Gerard & Big Tent
Grammy-nominated guitarist Wayne Gerard leads Big Tent in a groove-forward jazz night on Thursday, December 3, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Two sets (7 and 8:30 p.m.), from Herbie Hancock to Grateful Dead reimagined; $25 cover.
Dec 5, 2026, 7:00 PMChristian Sands Trio
Christian Sands Trio plays Saturday, December 5, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The five-time GRAMMY nominee brings a fresh, forward-leaning jazz language, with dinner included in the ticket.
Dec 6, 2026, 6:00 PMPaul Vornhagen Quartet
Paul Vornhagen Quartet plays two sets on Sunday, December 6, at 6 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The six-time Detroit Music Awards winner brings his cool-toned tenor, standout flute work, and a live release recorded at the club; $25 cover, table reservations available.
Dec 10, 2026, 7:00 PMBrandon Rose Trio
Brandon Rose Trio plays Thursday, December 10, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Detroit-rooted bassist/composer with MSU jazz pedigree leads two sets at 7 and 8:30 p.m.; $25 cover.
Dec 11, 2026, 7:00 PMJeff Haas Quintet
Jeff Haas Quintet plays two sets on Friday, December 11, at 7 p.m. and 9 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Expect genre-crossing jazz with new works and an all-star Michigan lineup. $25 cover.
Dec 12, 2026, 7:00 PMAlexander Zonjic
Detroit-rooted, award-winning flutist Alexander Zonjic plays Saturday, December 12, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Smooth jazz vibes, his “Motor City Sway” hit, intimate room; $25 cover.
Dec 17, 2026, 7:00 PMLangston M. Kitchen & The Mahogany Collective
Detroit-born bassist Langston M. Kitchen plays with The Mahogany Collective on Thursday, December 17, at 7 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Two sets and a big bass sound; $25 cover, table reservations available.
Dec 18, 2026, 7:00 PMAguanko’s Holiday Show
Aguanko, the Latin jazz septet led by percussionist-composer Alberto Nacif, plays Friday, December 18, at 7 p.m. at the Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor (two sets at 7 and 9). Expect Cuban-rooted originals blending jazz with son–salsa rhythms. $25 cover.
Dec 20, 2026, 6:00 PMOlivia Van Goor Quartet
The Olivia Van Goor Quartet plays Sunday, December 20, at 6 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. Two sets (6 and 7:30 p.m.) led by the Detroit vocalist who won two 2025 Michigan Music Awards. $25 cover.
Dec 27, 2026, 6:00 PMWilliam Hill III Trio
The William Hill III Trio plays Sunday, December 27, at 6 and 7:30 p.m. at Blue LLama Jazz Club in Ann Arbor. The Detroit-born pianist is a decorated young talent with credits from the Detroit Jazz Festival to Dizzy’s. $25 cover.
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