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SUMMARY:Bix Jazz Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:To purchase tickets by phone\, call 563-324-7170. \nTHE 55TH BIX JAZZ FESTIVALAn Emerald AnniversaryJuly 30 through August 1\, 2026At Rhythm City Casino in Davenport\, Iowa \nThe 2026 Festival celebrates Bix’s collaborations with Jean Goldkette. This year features special sets\, the return of dinner breaks\, reserved table seating options\, the exciting special events you know and love\, and a brand-new special event to be announced! \nScroll down to see the Festival schedule and additional information.  \nClick here to visit the Festival page for the complete band schedule\, special event details\, hotel booking information\, and more. \n \n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nOne of our main goals is introducing Bix’s music to new listeners and building a larger audience. We are striving to keep ticket prices as low as possible for newcomers to try out the Festival. Special thanks go out to our members\, donors\, and sponsors who aid in this effort! \nABOUT TICKET TYPES AND PRESALES:Presales are available for day passes\, all session passes\, and VIP passes.Individual session passes will return this year! These will only be available at the door for each session. No presales are available for individual session passes. Individual session passes will be available pending venue capacity and availability. \nTHE DINNER BREAK IS BACK!We heard your feedback\, and it’s clear – you don’t want to miss one minute of music! So we’ve returned to having a dinner break on Friday and Saturday. See below for the session schedules. \nWHAT’S THE VIP PASS? The VIP Pass includes all the perks – including access to the hospitality room and reserved seating. (Think of it as the former “All Events Pass” and more!) For a more affordable option\, the All Session Pass has now been reduced to $155. In order to balance the remaining costs\, the VIP Pass creates an elevated experience for those who can afford it\, while keeping the Festival accessible for those who might not be able to. \nNEW THIS YEAR: RESERVED TABLE SEATINGMany of you requested table seating\, so we’ve created a new add-on option. There will still be plenty of rows of chairs with great views\, but now we will also have tables for your comfort. No more holding your drink in one hand and cake in the other! We are offering this reserved seating with an additional charge to allow us to keep regular ticket prices as low as possible. \nReserved seating is at large tables that seat 8-10 attendees. For those that add on reserved seating\, you’ll find a name placard at the table (based on your location request) that holds your seat the entire time. \nNon-reserved seating is available – as usual – in rows of chairs. \nHow to Reserve: After selecting a ticket type that includes reserved seating\, you’ll have the opportunity to note what area of the room you’d like to be in (up front\, middle\, back\, etc.). Seating choices are first-come\, first-served. We will do our best to seat you in your preferred area! If you would like to sit with someone else\, please note that as well (i.e. “At Jane Doe’s table”). \n  \n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nFESTIVAL SCHEDULE: \nThursday\, July 3012pm-2pm: NEW special event! Silent Movie with Live Music by Jeff Barnhart & Josh Duffee at The Last Picture House3pm-4pm: Concert featuring Bix’s cornet at the Putnam Museum (Free!)5pm-9:45pm: Festival Session 1  \nFriday\, July 3111am-2pm: Riverboat Cruise aboard the Celebration Belle (Tickets available March 10)11am-3:45pm: Festival Session 23:45-5pm: *Break*5pm-10pm: Festival Session 3 \nSaturday\, August 110am-11am: Graveside Concert at Oakdale Memorial (Free!)11am-4pm: Festival Session 44pm-4:45pm: *Break*5pm-10:15pm: Festival Session 5 \nSunday\, August 22pm: Sunday Session in the Redstone Room \n\n			\n				Click Here for the Detailed Schedule & Special Event Information\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nFor More Information:For additional information about the full band schedule\, details on special events\, and discounted hotel bookings\, click the button below to visit the Festival page: \n\n			\n				Click Here for Festival Details\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n \nDon’t Want to Order Online?If you would prefer to order your tickets by phone\, please call us at 563-324-7170. \n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				BIX JAZZ FESTIVAL TICKETING POLICIES: \nTICKETS: Advance tickets are only available online or by phone. Tickets may be purchased at the door during the Festival\, subject to availability. Tickets are non-transferable and may only be purchased directly from Common Chord. \nQUESTIONS?: Please email: bix@commonchordqc.org or call 563-324-7170.
URL:https://www.commonchordqc.org/event/bixfest2026/
LOCATION:Rhythm City Casino\, 7077 Elmore Avenue\, Davenport\, IA\, 52807\, United States
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