Celebrate the season with an array of holiday-themed events, from the beloved Big Band Holidays concerts in Rose Theater to specially curated sets at Dizzy’s club, where Central Park and Columbus Circle provide a stunning backdrop. There’s no shortage of music to enjoy and sights to behold at the House of Swing.
Explore our December events below to get into the holiday spirit and stay up to date on experiences that promise to make this season unforgettable in New York City!
Stream Big Band Holidays
Blue Engine Records HOLIDAY BUNDLES
This holiday season, Blue Engine Records is offering great deals on our vinyl and CDs (like Big Band Holidays I and II, United We Swing, and more). Be sure to check out our sales and Holiday Bundles at our online store.
DECEMBER HIGHLIGHTS
Dec 18–22
big band holidays
Rose Theater, Dec 18, 7pm • Dec 19, 7:30pm • Dec 20, 7:30pm • Dec 21, 2pm & 7:30pm • Dec 22, 2pm
Dec 31
New Year’s Eve with Carlos Henriquez
Dizzy’s Club, 7:30pm & 11pm
Swing U
Swing U Holiday ON JAZZ LIVE
Watch Swing University Curator Seton Hawkins as he provides an in-depth look at the histories of five classic holiday tunes, from the beautiful to the bizarre. Sharing recordings by the JLCO with guest vocalists Catherine Russell and Denzal Sinclaire, Seton invites you to grab your favorite hot beverage, sit back, relax, and enjoy this special holiday edition of Swing U.
A Gift to Jazz
Tune into the Spirit of Giving for 2025
Everything Jazz at Lincoln Center does is made possible by gifts from friends like you. Annual contributions support the artists, students, and teachers that make jazz vibrant and keep it as an important part of our cultural heritage. Please make your gift today.
