Chris’ Jazz Café is an institution in a city known for producing revered musical artists such as John Coltrane, Dizzy Gillespie, Billie Holiday and Ethel Waters. Founded in 1989, Chris’ Jazz Café is the longest continuously operating jazz club in the history of Philadelphia, attracting visitors from more than 160 countries and all 50 states.
This go-to jazz destination has hosted some of the biggest names in jazz, both international and national superstars, including the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, Junior Mance, Pat Martino, Joey DeFrancesco, Kevin Eubanks and many others.