Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club

ues you considering, trust me this one stands above them all. Most venues have 1 or 2 things that stand out. A nice room, bad food. Cool staff, venue is in the middle of nowhere and boarding. Jimmys is in a class of its own and I'll break it down as why. The Staff - Rachel and her team are one of the best trained and most pleasant staffs to work with in the Northeast - which I will tell you right now is the single most important aspect of your wedding venue. They made our day so special we had 225 people on New Years Eve, a day no one wants to work, but they showed up with smiles, worked their asses off and made us feel like our guests were the only thing that mattered. This is a special team. The Venue - Unique, beautiful, accommodating and quiet frankly unlike anything else your considering - your guests will be talking about how amazing this place is and any future couples will be jealous of your wedding. You should be inquiring with this venue just to see and feel the space, "its a vibe." The Food - Chef Nate is a master of his craft. Not only delivering amazing food, but getting it done quickly so you and your guests can get to the party. 225 people, dinner was over in 50 minutes - THAT my friends is unheard of in the wedding industry. Location & Accommodation - Portsmouth is a perfect place for a wedding. We had so many options for rehearsal dinners, after parties, hotels Arbnb's etc. - I understand a wedding day is important, but the day before and after add to the whole experience and having options verses some venue out in the middle of nowhere is way more important than you think. Finally, the party. The room is built for FUN. Guests who like to party can literally take center stage and rock all night to a concert level sound and light system. Others who might like to socialize can hit the bar, people watch from the balcony or just hang in the back and enjoy the show. There is something for everyone. All in all this venue is one of a kind, again - I know all the other ones your looking at, they are...nice. But none of them are special. This is where you need to check out to have your wedding.

, we knew our search was over—we wanted something different, and Jimmy’s Jazz was unlike any venue we had seen. The space itself is stunning, unique, and so much fun. Our guests are still raving about how beautiful and memorable it was, and many have told us it was the most fun they’ve ever had at a wedding. The venue really lends itself to that energy. Having the stage was such a standout detail—it felt like having our own private concert, and our band was genuinely excited to perform there. The food was absolutely incredible and exceeded our expectations. The team was so accommodating with our requests, from swapping out sides to offering several mini desserts instead of a traditional cake, and even adding a mocktail option. Everything was thoughtful, delicious, and beautifully executed. The flow of the night was seamless. We loved being able to use the art gallery for cocktail hour—it was spacious, visually striking, and perfect for guests to mingle. Multiple bars kept things moving smoothly, and the bartending staff were true rockstars. The team also flipped the main room from ceremony to reception with impressive efficiency and care. Rachel, the Event Director, was an absolute dream to work with. She answered all of my many questions with patience and warmth, made me feel completely comfortable and confident throughout the planning process, and helped ensure everything ran smoothly on the big day. The entire staff was professional, attentive, and genuinely wonderful. As an added bonus, we had access to the rooftop, which allowed us to take incredible photos with downtown Portsmouth as the backdrop. We love Jimmy’s Jazz and can’t wait to come back for a show. We truly cannot recommend this venue enough—especially if you’re looking for a stunning, unique, and unforgettable wedding experience.

rgeous ceremony and reception! Rachel worked with my coordinator and me to put together the most gorgeous day. 10/10 venue, location and day

how cool Portsmouth is! We absolutely loved working with Jimmy's and our wedding was absolutely perfect. Our guests raved about the Art Gallery where we hosted our cocktail hour and were blown away by the actual reception space. All of our guests loved the food and hors d'oeuvres at our cocktail hour. The Jimmy's staff went above and beyond to make it an unforgettable day for us and for our guests. If you are looking for a vibey, cool, moody and romantic venue for your wedding that is unlike any of the traditional ballrooms/wedding venues you are accustomed to seeing, Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club is the place! Pro tip: make sure to get a live band because the acoustics in there are incredible and will keep the party rocking until the lights come on. Thank you Jimmy's team for making our best day one we will never forget.

ted with our bakery, took care of setting up our cupcakes, and even offered to return the cupcake stand to the bakery when we forgot it! The food was outstanding, and everyone loved it - especially the seafood chowder and the braised short ribs - HIGHLY recommend those. They accommodated our vegetarian and child attendees beautifully as well, and the feedback was that those dishes were also delicious! Thank you, thank you, thank you for making our special day that much more incredible!