There’s something special about jazz at The Benson.
For more than a century, our historic lobby has welcomed travelers, artists, and community members alike, serving as a gathering place where music, conversation, and culture come together. Now, we’re excited to continue that tradition as The Benson Jazz Revival expands its summer programming with a focus on Portland’s emerging jazz musicians.
Following a successful relaunch in partnership with Elevate Unity Inc. in September 2025, The Benson Jazz Revival has quickly become a favorite weekly tradition in downtown Portland. Every Wednesday evening, guests and locals gather in our Lobby Lounge to enjoy live performances from some of the Pacific Northwest’s most talented jazz artists while sipping craft cocktails, enjoying local wines, and sharing chef-inspired bites.
September 13th Sunday
Parkways Street Festival
11:00am to 4:00pm
BENSON BLOCK PARTY Vol.1
“Free Music Benefit” | 11:00am – 7:00pm
Hotel Outside Stage:
11:00 am – Jack Radcliff Trio
2:00 pm – Ron Steen Trio
Hotel Lobby Stage:
Palm Court Bar (Happy Hour Special)
5:00pm – PDX Urban Jazz Collective / Host: Ron Steen
& Drew Hitzman f/ local special guest musicians & friends
SEPTEMBER PERFORMANCES
9/16 – The Party After w/ Brian Foxworth
f/ Vocalist Madison Rose – Sade Tribute
9/23 – John Mazzocco Trio w/ Tim Rap,
George Mitchell & special guests
9/30 – Galen Clark Trio f/ Jack Radsliff
w/ Charlie Doggett & friends
OCTOBER PERFORMANCES
10/7 – Eldon T Jones f/ Chris Turner,
Richard Lawrence w/ Alonzo Chadwick
10/14 – Ron Steen Youth Jam f/ Julianne Johnson
Drew Hitzman & feature special guests
10/21 – PDX Jazz Collective f/ Cheri Alves,
Tony Follis, Ross Garlow & George Mitchell
10/28 – Carmelo Torres Latin Jazz Trio
f/ Yunier Perez Garcia & guests
