Club 1881 is Pasadena’s first & only Cocktail Lounge/Jazz Club
Located on Washington & Allen, Club 1881 is a cocktail joint with a unique drink program that blends dive bar classic cocktails with European aperitifs to create a one of a kind drinking experience.
Club 1881 is a favorite hang with locals.
On Wednesday - Saturday evening we transform into one of the best jazz clubs in LA county, featuring some of the finest jazz musicians from all over Southern California.
Check out our cocktail menu and program calendar, and you'll become a regular too. Chin Chin!
On Wednesday - Saturday evening we transform into one of the best jazz clubs in LA county, featuring some of the finest jazz musicians from all over Southern California.
Check out our cocktail menu and program calendar, and you'll become a regular too. Chin Chin!
Jazz at Club 1881
World Jazz Wednesdays
Join us for the latest addition to our weekly line-up: World Jazz Wednesdays. Hosted by Havana-born drummer Jimmy Branly. Every Wednesday evening from 8:00–11:00 pm. $10 cover.
Friday Night Jazz
We love all kinds of music, but jazz is the top cat. Every week, we host Pasadena's premier live jazz sessions. Our Friday sessions are curated by drummer Joel Taylor, who has performed on a cornucopia of cool projects, from Herb Alpert to the Anchorman soundtrack.
Vocal Jazz Night: First &Third Saturdays
On the first and third Saturday every month, some of the finest jazz vocalists in Southern California, joined by top musicians, take the floor for an evening of hip vocal jazz. Hosted by Judy Wexler.8:00-11pm. $10 cover.
Brazilian Sounds: Last Saturdays
Whisk yourself away to the beautiful sounds of Choro, samba, and forró every last Saturday of the month. Our host, Ted Falcon, has performed with some of the most renowned names in Brazilian instrumental music, including Hermeto Pascoal, Gilberto Gil, Armandinho Macedo, and more. Check Instagram to see who Ted's performing with this month. $10 cash cover. Music goes 8:30–10:30pm.