Jazz in the Park
Jazz in the Park is an outdoor concert series held at Havenwood Park in Bexley, Ohio. Each summer, the City showcases central Ohio bands, bringing some of the best talent in our area right to Bexley. Food trucks will be on-site for food purchase at each concert. Grab a blanket or chair and bring a friend!
2026 Jazz in the Park Lineup
All Concerts Held at Havenwood Park in Bexley
Our gratitude goes out to Bexley Celebrations and Events (a fund of the Bexley Community Foundation) and this year's Season Title Sponsors, The Wyler Collection and Ohio Heating & Cooling, in partnership with the Bexley Community Foundation) for their generous support of the 2026 BC&E Season. Thank you!
MONDAY, MAY 25
Largemouth Brass Band (opens in new tab)
Season Title Sponsors:
The Wyler Collection & Ohio Heating and Cooling
In partnership with: The Bexley Community Foundation
Event Sponsor: Bexley Area Chamber of Commerce
ARTIST BIO
Largemouth Brass Band is an 8-piece band from Columbus, Ohio, performing, recording, and providing high-energy brass band music to their community. Whether it’s old school funk, “Second Line” jazz, hip-hop, pop song covers, or their genre-busting original tunes, Largemouth Brass Band is bringing the “Brass Funk” to a stage near you! The band members teach in central Ohio public schools, universities, and private institutions- they are working to inspire the next generation of musicians while paying tribute to those who paved the way.
SUNDAY, JUNE 21
RLJQ Afro Cuban Jazz (opens in new tab)
Season Title Sponsors:
The Wyler Collection & Ohio Heating and Cooling
In partnership with: The Bexley Community Foundation
ARTIST BIO
RLJQ is a dynamic Afro-Cuban Jazz quartet from Ohio, led by renowned Puerto Rican percussionist Rolando Matias. The group blends Afro-rhythms with jazz, captivating audiences both nationally and internationally. They've shared the stage with Grammy winners and headlined prestigious jazz clubs like Jazz Alley and Iridium. Rolando's releases have received critical acclaim in publications such as JazzTimes and DownBeat, and he has appeared on BET on Jazz, further solidifying his presence in the jazz community.
FOOD TRUCKS: Dos Patrones | Paddy Wagon | Schmidt's Sausage Truck | Too Sweet Treats
SUNDAY, JULY 19
Andy Woodson & the Paw Paw Orchestra (opens in new tab)
Season Title Sponsors:
The Wyler Collection & Ohio Heating and Cooling
In partnership with: The Bexley Community Foundation
ARTIST BIO:
Andy Woodson is one of the most in-demand bassists in central Ohio and has been a vital part of the Columbus music scene since 1985. He was a Jazz Bass professor at Ohio State University 2004 to 2018 and is a member of the band FLIPPO.
FOOD TRUCKS: Pitabilities | Roadster | Tortilla | Johnson's
CANCELLED
Arch City Big Band (opens in new tab)
Season Title Sponsors:
The Wyler Collection & Ohio Heating and Cooling
In partnership with: The Bexley Community Foundation
ARTIST BIO:
Since forming in 2020, the Arch City Big Band has played its way into the hearts of Columbus jazz enthusiasts by performing at venues such as: Franklin Park Conservatory's New Years' Eve Conservatory Aglow; The Big Band Showcase at the Valley Dale Ballroom; St. Brendan's Festival; The German Village Garten Club's Summer Concert Series in Frank Fetch Park; The Hilliard Arts Council Summer Concert Series; and numerous other private and public performances in the Columbus Metropolitan area. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, in keeping with our mission to inspire our community to enjoy, pursue, and preserve Big Band Jazz, the Arch City Big Band has provided mini-grants to several youth jazz programs in the Columbus area – a program that we are committed to expanding in the future. In addition, the Arch City Big Band performs joint concerts with High School Jazz Bands in the area. The all-volunteer band is made up of professional and experienced musicians, ranging in age from high school students to baby boomers. The musicians have held various occupations, including engineer, attorney, music teacher, IT professional, social worker, and many more! This eclectic combination of talent joins together with one common passion – to keep Big Band music alive!
FOOD TRUCKS: Portia's Cafe | Turn n Burn Kitchen | Schmidt's Sausage Truck | Donna's Delicious Dozen
The Main Event: Outdoor Movie Series
Watch a movie under the stars this summer at one of our Main Events! Enjoy family activities, games, food trucks, and more. Movies typically begin at sunset!
Thank you to the Bexley Community Foundation for being this year's Title Sponsor!
