Pinecrest Gardens Unveils Full 2026/2027 Concert Season at the Banyan Bowl

Pinecrest Gardens has announced the full 2026/2027 season lineups for its Jazz, Tropical Nights, and Sound Session concert series at the historic Banyan Bowl amphitheater. The upcoming season features an extraordinary roster of GRAMMY-winning performers, returning fan favorites, genre-defying artists, and a special centennial celebration honoring the 100th birthday of legendary Brazilian composer Antonio Carlos Jobim. Tickets and season subscriptions for all three series are on sale now at pinecrestgardens.org.

"Most people come to Pinecrest Gardens for the beauty of the landscape, and then they discover live music, art, education, and events happening right alongside it," said Cristina Blanco, executive director of Pinecrest Gardens. "You can hear a GRAMMY-winning artist perform under a geodesic dome in a tropical garden — and there's nowhere else in Miami-Dade that offers that."

Named Best Outdoor Event Venue by Miami New Times in 2025, the Banyan Bowl is an acoustically stunning amphitheater nestled under a spectacular geodesic dome within the lush, botanical landscape of Pinecrest Gardens. All concert guests enjoy complimentary parking and are welcome to visit pre-show concession areas for refreshments.

17TH ANNUAL JAZZ AT PINECREST GARDENS

Now in its 17th season, Jazz at Pinecrest Gardens has become a longtime cultural staple in South Florida, presenting an exciting range of jazz genres from award-winning, nationally and internationally recognized artists.

Allyson Briggs (Fleur Seule) & The Dan Gabel Big Band — Saturday, November 7 at 8 p.m.: Opening the season, Allyson Briggs joins forces with legendary Big Band leader Dan Gabel for an evening of Gatsby-era glamour and Great American Songbook standards.

Allan Harris Sings a Nat King Cole Christmas — Saturday, December 12 at 8 p.m.: Brooklyn-born vocalist and guitarist Allan Harris brings his rare vocal mastery to the stage, delivering a soulful and sophisticated evening of Nat King Cole's holiday classics.

The Sweet Tooth Jazz Band — Saturday, January 16 at 8 p.m.: This five-piece ensemble brings high-spirited, bluesy jazz that blends the joyful energy of a speakeasy jam session with the polish of Carnegie Hall.

Lucy Yeghiazaryan Trio — Saturday, February 13 at 8 p.m.: Praised by jazz luminaries for her warmly expressive tone, this rising New York vocalist will lead an intimate Valentine's weekend jazz experience.

Music of Mancini performed by Jukebox Saturday Night — Saturday, March 13 at 8 p.m.: Relive Hollywood's golden age with a spectacular live theatrical tribute to legendary composer Henry Mancini.

Eliane Elias "Jobim Centennial Celebration" — Saturday, April 17 at 8 p.m.: Two-time GRAMMY and Latin GRAMMY winner Eliane Elias returns to the Banyan Bowl with luminous piano and voice to honor the 100th birthday of the "Father of Bossa Nova," Antonio Carlos Jobim.

FIFTH ANNUAL TROPICAL NIGHTS AT PINECREST GARDENS

Returning for its fifth season, the Tropical Nights series celebrates the vibrant rhythms of bossa nova, samba, and Latin grooves.

Orquesta La Oferta Honors El Gran Combo de Puerto Rico — Saturday, December 19 at 8 p.m.: Orquesta La Oferta brings a joyful, high-energy salsa tribute and Puerto Rican holiday celebration to the Banyan Bowl.

Baila Nova Plays Jobim — Saturday, February 27 at 8 p.m.: This worldly quartet brings their Brazilian Vintage Revival of sultry bossa nova and samba to celebrate Antonio Carlos Jobim's centennial.

Cortadito Tribute to Buena Vista Social Club — Saturday, April 3 at 8 p.m.: Miami's own GRAMMY-nominated Cortadito transports audiences to Cuba's golden age with a danceable tribute featuring son montuno, guaracha, and boleros.

SECOND ANNUAL PINECREST GARDENS SOUND SESSION

The second annual Sound Session concerts feature genre-defying performances in the Banyan Bowl.

Hazmat Modine — Saturday, October 24 at 8:30 p.m.: This collective of musicians brings an electrifying, genre-defying blend of Delta blues, gypsy jazz, and global rhythms to the Banyan Bowl. Guests can also upgrade their night with the UNCORKED! add-on — a pre-show wine tasting stroll through the Gardens starting at 6 p.m.

Fernando Perdomo — Saturday, February 6 at 8:30 p.m.: This multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, and producer delivers a genre-spanning evening of rock, Latin, pop, and progressive sounds.

The Jazz season is sponsored by BMW of South Miami, Steinway & Sons, Miami-Dade County Cultural Affairs, Panter, Panter, & Sampedro P.A., WLRN, and WDNA. The Tropical Nights series is supported by Bacardi, Steinway & Sons, Miami-Dade County Cultural Affairs, WLRN, and WDNA. All series are made possible through the support of the Village of Pinecrest.

Pinecrest Gardens is located at 11000 Red Road, Pinecrest, FL 33156. Tickets and season subscriptions are available at pinecrestgardens.org.