Jazz Thursday featuring The Barker Project Holiday Show

Thu Dec 18 2025 at 05:30 pm to 08:00 pm UTC-05:00

Sarasota Art Museum | Sarasota

Sarasota Art Museum
Publisher/HostSarasota Art Museum
Jazz Thursday featuring The Barker Project Holiday Show
Advertisement
Join us for live jazz at Sarasota Art Museum, co-hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota.
About this Event

Join us for live jazz at Sarasota Art Museum, co-hosted by the Jazz Club of Sarasota, featuring The Barker Project Holiday Show and extended hours in the galleries, Bistro, and SHOP!

Sip on refreshing cocktails and enjoy small bites in the Bistro. Each second Thursday of the month features a different style of jazz–from straight-ahead to free jazz, bebop to swing–programmed in partnership with Jazz Club of Sarasota. Galleries are open until 7 pm on Jazz Thursdays.

Jazz Thursday activities:

  • Enjoy a performance from The Barker Project on the Marcy & Michael Klein Plaza from 5:30 pm to 8 pm
  • Grab dinner and drinks at Bistro, which opens at 5 pm, serving a special evening menu, beer, wine, and cocktails.
  • Explore the exhibitions in our galleries, with hours extended to 7 pm.
  • Treasure hunt in SHOP all evening!

CHECK-IN

Check-in will take place outside of the main gates beginning at 4:30 pm - early entry will not be permitted.

For guest safety, personal chairs are not permitted on-site.

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

Food and Beverage are available for purchase on-site at the Bistro and at our cashless bars. Please refrain from bringing outside food and beverage.

Members always receive their 10% discount in SHOP.

Members receive a 10% discount on food and non-alcoholic beverages in Bistro.


About The Barker Project

Celebrate the Holidays with Seasonal favorites by The Barker Project – a Sarasota-based fusion band under the musical direction of Johnnie Barker. Since studying at Berklee College of Music, locally renowned Tampa Bay area bassist, Johnnie has assembled an array of his talented friends and colleagues that include musicians from all around the nation. With their roots in Jazz, they blend Funk, Rock, Blues, & Gospel into what makes the musical gumbo that makes the sound of The Barker Project. Their creative interpretations of well-known songs, as well as their original music, are a thrill for audiences throughout the region.



Event Photos
Advertisement

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Sarasota Art Museum, 1001 South Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, United States

Tickets

USD 0.00 to USD 28.52

Sharing is Caring:

More Events in Sarasota

Sunset Yoga on The Green
Wed, 17 Dec at 06:30 pm Sunset Yoga on The Green

The Green at UTC

Wheel of Fortune Live at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Wed, 17 Dec at 07:00 pm Wheel of Fortune Live at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

James Yon at McCurdys Comedy Theatre
Wed, 17 Dec at 07:00 pm James Yon at McCurdys Comedy Theatre

McCurdys Comedy Theatre

LUCES, C\u00c1MARA Y NETWORKING
Wed, 17 Dec at 07:00 pm LUCES, CÁMARA Y NETWORKING

Biz180 | Business Academy

Parking - Wheel of Fortune - Sarasota
Thu, 18 Dec Parking - Wheel of Fortune - Sarasota

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Mark Twain Tonight
Thu, 18 Dec at 07:00 pm Mark Twain Tonight

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Azara Ballet\u2019s Short & Suite
Fri, 19 Dec at 07:00 pm Azara Ballet’s Short & Suite

Riverview Performing Arts Center

Bluestar at Salty Jim's
Fri, 19 Dec at 07:00 pm Bluestar at Salty Jim's

Salty Jims Island Bar & Grill

Karaoke on The Green
Fri, 19 Dec at 07:00 pm Karaoke on The Green

The Green at UTC

Mark Twain Tonight at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall
Fri, 19 Dec at 07:00 pm Mark Twain Tonight at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall

Science of Stars Class (4-5th grade) | STEAM Saturdays Class
Sat, 20 Dec at 09:00 am Science of Stars Class (4-5th grade) | STEAM Saturdays Class

4452 South Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL, United States, Florida 34233

Sarasota is Happening!

Never miss your favorite happenings again!

Explore Sarasota Events