Where to hear jazz
| Venue | Address quoted | What sources say |
|---|---|---|
| Binh Minh Jazz Club | 1 Trang Tien Street, Hoan Kiem (behind the Opera House) | Hanoi's oldest jazz club, shows about 9 to 11:30 pm, open 8 am to midnight, no cover charge, drinks not cheap |
| Long Waits Club | not given | Named with Binh Minh for late-night jams during the festival |
Sources disagree on the exact address (1, 1A or 2 Trang Tien Street), the start time (8 pm in an older article, 9 pm elsewhere) and the phone number; the club itself confirms none of these in our sources, so message it on its social pages before you come.
Hanoi Jazztival
The 2026 edition, themed "Jazz Hanoi, Melodies Without Borders", was held on 17, 18 and 19 September 2026, with an opening in the music garden of the Hanoi Grand Theatre, exhibitions and concerts in museums, heritage spaces, clubs and on the street. Late-night jams from 10 pm to midnight took place at Binh Minh and Long Waits Club. Free places were offered by registration for some concerts. Vietnamese press describes a festival the city wants to make annual: watch for announcements in September 2027, as no date is published to our knowledge.
An evening around the Opera House
The Opera House and its programmes are described on the Opera House page and shows at the Opera House. Nearby: Hoan Kiem Lake, the water puppet theatre and the French Quarter. To sleep quietly near the lake, read where to stay in the French Quarter.
FAQ
Where can I hear jazz in Hanoi?
At Binh Minh Jazz Club, 1 Trang Tien Street, behind the Opera House.
Is there a cover charge?
Reviews say there is none, but drinks are not cheap.
When is the Jazztival?
The 2026 edition ran 17 to 19 September; we found no 2027 dates.
