Every Thursday evening, Manhattan Bar in Amsterdam’s Zuidas district sheds its office-district calm and hums with the soulful tones of live jazz. From Latin and bossa to funk and classic grooves, the city’s finest musicians transform the bar into a vibrant gathering place for locals and international visitors alike. It’s more than music—it’s a weekly rendezvous of flavor, rhythm, and conversation.
Manhattan Bar: A Jazz Stage in the Heart of Zuidas
Nestled amid the sleek skyscrapers of Amsterdam’s business hub, Manhattan Bar offers a rare weekly retreat for jazz lovers. From 6:00 to 9:00 PM, the bar becomes a stage for the Netherlands’ leading jazz talents, drawing an eclectic crowd of office workers, travelers, and local music enthusiasts. The ambience is cosmopolitan yet intimate. Guests can share tables over cocktails and Josper-grilled dishes while the music flows seamlessly around them. Every Thursday, the venue captures the spirit of New York-style jazz nights without leaving Amsterdam.
Thursdays Come Alive with OZ Invites and Global Sounds
The upcoming season opens with a dazzling lineup curated by alto saxophonist Olaf Zwetsloot. Under the banner OZ Invites, audiences will be treated to a fusion of Latin, bossa, jazz, and funk featuring Stefan Kruger on drums, Daniel de Moraes on guitar, and Sean Fasciani on double bass. Paired with fresh oysters and carefully crafted drinks, the performances create an immersive evening where music, cuisine, and conversation intertwine. It’s an invitation to relax, mingle, and savor the unexpected connections that live jazz can spark.
📍 Location : George Gershwinlaan 101, 1082 MT Amsterdam
📆 Dates: Every Thurdsday evening, from 18h to 21h