Pine Grill Jazz Reunion

Take part in the 37th annual Pine Grill Jazz Reunion & Music Fest, taking place over 2 Sundays in August.  Sounds of Gospel. R & B, Jazz, Blues, Fusion, Hip-Hop and Soul music will fill the day. 

The auspicious occasion is in remembrance of the once iconic Pine Grill restaurant and jazz club that attracted some of the who’s who in the jazz scene of the day. The club, once located at 1447 Jefferson Avenue (between East Ferry Street and Woodlawn Avenue) was unfortunately demolished, but its memory lives on, thanks in great part to the organizers and the musicians that bring back some of that old magic in the form of the beloved Pine Grill Jazz Reunion.

“This festival is about far more than great music,” said Dr. Leah Daniel, Executive Director of the African American Cultural Center. “For 37 years, the Pine Grill Jazz Reunion has created a space where families reconnect, neighbors celebrate together, and visitors experience the richness of Buffalo’s Black cultural legacy. Every performance honor’s those who came before us while inspiring the next generation of artists and cultural leaders. We are proud to continue preserving this tradition and ensuring that the legacy of the Pine Grill lives on for many years to come.”

Music lovers are welcome to bring along their lawn chairs, blankets, family tents, and a picnic, as the community pays tribute to an important chapter of Buffalo’s Black history.

A few additions to look forward to:

Festival attendees can participate in the Artist Meet & Greets on Saturday, August 1st and Saturday, August 8th, at the African American Cultural Center, where guests can meet the festival headliners and featured local artists before they take the stage.

Guests will also enjoy the popular “WE” in Wellness activation, offering wellness-focused experiences throughout the park

A new “Mr. & Mrs. Pine Grill” contest.

Food vendors, community organizations, merchandise, and opportunities to purchase commemorative Pine Grill apparel, including personalized festival T-shirts available through advance preorder.