14 Sep 2026
A social evening of timeless jazz and stimulating flavours and late night shopping returns to the heart of St Albans with Gin & Jazz on George Street. Taking place on Friday 2rd October from 6:00pm to 10:30pm, this relaxed and enjoyable social calendar event adds sparkle to George Street with a lively celebration of music, culture, and community.
Guests will be treated to live jazz performances from local musicians The Reverbs, The Swinging Blue Hawks and Chris Flegg; a perfect soundtrack. Alongside the music, a curated selection of premium gins will be available from local bars and distilleries, offering everything from classic serves to innovative cocktails.
George Street provides the perfect historic and backdrop for this unique event, with participating shops and venues opening their doors to showcase the best of St Albans’ hospitality. Visitors can expect a buzzing atmosphere, delicious food, and the chance to explore the street’s independent shops, bars, and restaurants.
The popular event started in 2017 by St Albans BID was recently named a Finalist in the Best Event category at the National BID Awards in February 2026. It is organised by St Albans City Centre BID working with George Street Retail Association.
“We are very excited for Gin and Jazz , quite frankly nobody should be trusted around us after two martini’s and a croissant. As a new business in St Albans we’ve ticked off absolutely everything from our social media virality to flour explosions. Gin and Jazz are the one event I have been looking forward to the most” Owner Ollie at Glaze Bakery on George Street .
Sam Edwards co-owner at Dwayne Edwards Bespoke Kitchens on George Street are going to sell gin, hot gin and soft drinks said “Come join Dwayne Edwards & team, in the heat of the kitchen for a drink or two, whilst a bit of jazz colours your cabinetry dreams.
Vivien Cannon, Manager at St Albans City Centre BID, says: “Now a well established and much loved annual diary event, George Street Gin & Jazz provides everything in one place on one night showcasing local businesses, bringing the community together and celebrating St Albans.”
Sponsored by KP Waste and organised by St Albans City Centre BID.
Dates: Friday 2rd October
Time: 6pm – 10:30pm
Location: George Street, St Albans
