Events for October 2025
1 October
A Tribute to Jazz & Soul ft Denise Edwards

Get ready to groove and feel the soulful vibes at our Jazz & Soul Tribute with the amazing Denise Edwards - a night you won't want to miss!

2 October
Planet D Nonet

Detroit’s multi-award winning swing band, the 10 pc Planet D Nonet will play songs from their various albums in tribute to Duke Ellington as well as other great music from Count Basie, Fats Waller and Fletcher Henderson. Always a fun time! 

3 October
Karim Gideon Quartet

Where jazz speaks, the Karim Gideon Quartet answers...

4 October
Keep It Ju'Cee

Karaoke Cabaret 

HOSTED BY

CO-HOST:

DONTAYE

GRIMES

5 October
Aretha's Jazz Jam

Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians. 

8 October
Mike Eazy Live Featuring Phill Good Music

An Elegant Evening of Love and Music with Michael Elder and Phill Good Music!

9 October
The Grover Washington Tribute ft. Shelby Brown

Get ready for an unforgettable tribute to Grover Washington Jr. with the incredible Shelby Brown

10 October
DICHI ft. Chris White

DICHI's post album release tour begins with a special performance at Aretha's Jazz Café!

11 October
“Eighteen & Elevated” – Album Release & Birthday Celebration

The energy will be electric for an unforgettable night marking two major milestones: the official release of Braylon’s debut album "18" and the celebration of his 18th birthday.

12 October
Aretha's Jazz Jam

Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians. 

13 October
A Tribute to the Trumpet: Featuring Jazz Great John Douglas

Join us for a unforgettable night celebratin the trumpet with jazz legend John Douglas - it's going to be a musical experience like no other

14 October
Singers in the Round

Alex G, Nathan Grant, Steve Gulian, Nate Jones, Kevin Allan

15 October
Will Cyprian & Friends

Will Cyprian & Friends. A night of music & comedy Featuring Will Cyprian, Corey Taylor, Katie Bruin, and Mike Geeter

16 October
falooshh

“falooshh is a multi-instrumentalist specializing in trombone and trumpet. she brings the bedroom pop vibe blended with R&B and alternative.”
                                                                                          -Detroit MetroTimes 2/25/25

21 October
REAL POEMS READING PEOPLE NO. 4

FEATURING: ALISE ALOUSI & CATHARINE BATSIOS

WITH: FAKIR-ADRIAN LANA ELZEIN DEVIN LEWIS GREEN GREY SNYDER

22 October
Cadeau A Vous Reunion 2025

The band is back for Season 5!!! Come and hang out with us as we get together one more time. Doors open at 7:30 PM.

23 October
Cadeau A Vous Reunion 2025

The band is back for Season 5!!! Come and hang out with us as we get together one more time. Doors open at 7:30 PM.

24 October
The Core Band Live

Get ready to rock out with The Core Band Live, a night of epic music and high-energy performances that will leave you wanting more!

26 October
Aretha's Jazz Jam

Aretha's Jazz Cafe's Sunday evening education-themed jam has, for about a decade, served as Detroit’s hub for jazz musicians to learn their craft in a guided, safe, all-ages environment. Created and administered by Music Hall education director, Scott Gwinnell, jamming musicians of all ages are encouraged to use this experience to work on skills like collaboration, communication, improvisation, repertoire building, as well as to network and socialize with other musicians. 

27 October
A Tribute to the Great Voices of Jazz featuring Ramona Collins

Get ready to be transported by the mesmerizing melodies of Ramona Collins as we pay tribute to the legendary voices of jazz!

28 October
Back by Popular Demand – A Tribute to Hastings Street ft. Bob White’s Band

Get ready to groove to the soulful tunes of Bob White's tribute to Hastings Street

29 October
Mitchell's Black & Gold Experience

Mitchell's Black & Gold Experience

30 October
WJZZ LEGACY JAZZ SERIES with Houston Patton

Featured artist young dynamic saxophone player Houston Patton who will impress all jazz enthusiast.

Events for October 2025