Jazz in the Gardens 2026

Jazz in the Gardens returns for its sixth summer at Hillwood Estate in 2026, offering two Wednesday evening concerts set in the estate’s spectacular gardens. Each evening begins with an opportunity to explore the mansion, gardens, greenhouse, special exhibition “Interwoven: A Tradition of Textiles” in the Adirondack building, the museum shop, and Merriweather To Go. The concerts feature saxophonist Marshall Keys alongside top musicians from the D.C. metro area, under the executive production of Donna Limerick. The series comprises two distinct programs: on September 9, “An Evening with Two Saxophone Titans,” a collaboration between master saxophonists Paul Carr and Marshall Keys; and on September 16, “A Tribute to Nat King Cole,” with vocalist Phillip Manuel and Marshall Keys.

When: Wednesday, September 9, 2026 and Wednesday, September 16, 2026.

Showtimes: 5:30 PM to 8:00 PM each evening.

Tickets: Each concert is priced in the range of $0 to $30, with exact price tiers not specified; purchase is available through the venue.

Lineup: September 9 – Paul Carr and Marshall Keys (saxophones) as “Carr/Keys”; September 16 – Phillip Manuel (vocals) and Marshall Keys (saxophone), with additional D.C. area musicians.

Run time: Concerts run approximately 2.5 hours (5:30–8:00 PM).

Ages: Not explicitly stated, but the event is presented as an outdoor garden concert suitable for a general audience.

Venue: Hillwood Estate, Museum and Garden (address not repeated here, but part of the estate in Washington, D.C.).

Note: Attendees are welcome to tour the mansion, gardens, greenhouse, and the special exhibition before the concerts. The series is presented by executive producer Donna Limerick and marks the sixth season of Jazz in the Gardens at Hillwood.