Dates & times
All times are local to the venue · America/Chicago
- 8:00 PM – 10:00 PM
These are the previously published dates. Check the organizer for a new edition.
Check the organizer’s latest schedule ↗Prairie Moon’s Evanston Jazz Jam: An Open Session on Nov. 5
Prairie Moon advertises two recurring jazz offerings: Wednesday-night live jazz and a first-Thursday open jam. For the Nov. 5 session, the venue’s general description of a rotating third instrument becomes a specific keyboard part in the event listing.
Two different dates on the jazz calendar
The jam takes place on the first Thursday of each month. Prairie Moon separately lists live jazz on Wednesdays from 9 to 11 p.m.; those are distinct recurring offerings, so check the Thursday listing if you’re looking for this open session.
For its general description of the jam, Prairie Moon says Clark Sommers usually hosts on bass, Chase Wilkins plays drums and a third instrument rotates. The North Shore listing gives the Nov. 5 edition a specific lineup, rather than leaving that changing part unspecified.
Further reading: Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗ · Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
The Nov. 5 musicians
The event listing names Clark Sommers as host, with Chase Wilkins on drums and Brandon Harper on keys. It describes Sommers as one of Chicago’s top bassists. The venue’s broader description says the third instrument rotates; Harper’s keys are the specific choice named for this edition.
Thursday, November 5, 2026 · Thursday, November 5, 2026 · Prairie Moon
- Open jazz jam hosted by Clark Sommers, with Chase Wilkins on drums and Brandon Harper on keys.
Plan your visit
Thursday, November 5
The session runs from 8 to 10 p.m. Prairie Moon describes the jam as a first-Thursday-of-the-month event.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗ · Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
No cover charge
The listing says there is no cover charge. It does not specify whether a food or drink purchase is expected.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗
Encouraged for listeners
Reservations are encouraged for people coming to listen, but the listing does not say they are required. Prairie Moon’s listed phone number is (847) 864-8328.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗
Prairie Moon
1635 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗ · Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
Not specified
The event listings do not state an age policy.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗ · Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
Address and directions
Prairie Moon
The event is at 1635 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201. The listings do not specify an event entrance, transit options, parking or accessibility facilities. Use the map or directions link to calculate a route from your own starting point.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗ · Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
Before you make a plan
Can musicians join the session?
Yes. Prairie Moon invites musicians to bring an instrument and join. The listings do not describe a sign-up or turn-taking process; call (847) 864-8328 if you want to check how participation is arranged.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗ · Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
Do listeners need a reservation?
Reservations are encouraged for listeners, but the event listing does not say they are required. Prairie Moon lists (847) 864-8328 for calls.
Chicago's North Shore CVB - Welcome - Prairie Moon Open Jazz Jam Session ↗
Is the Wednesday jazz listing the same as the open jam?
They are listed separately. Prairie Moon advertises Wednesday live jazz from 9 to 11 p.m.; the open jam is held on the first Thursday of the month.
Jazz jam sessions in Chicago and Evanston — Prairie Moon restaurant in Evanston, IL ↗
Location & Google Maps
Prairie Moon
1635 Chicago Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201
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