Golden Ear Awards & Seattle Jazz Hall of Fame
Doors: 6:00pm Show: 7:00pm Tickets: $22 advance, $25 doors with a sliding scale starting at $10
Advance tickets can only be purchased online-we do not sell advance tickets at the venue. Refunds are not available within 48 hours of the event. Tickets do not guarantee seating during shows at the Royal Room.
We are now accepting reservations for diners! After purchasing tickets, please visit the Reservations page to book a table. Table reservations require advance tickets, and are only for guests who plan to dine at the Royal Room. We do not take reservations over the phone. Seating for non-diners is first come, first served. Please arrive early to guarantee a seat!
GOLDEN EAR AWARDS SHOW
Come join the party as we celebrate the outstanding achievements of Seattle jazz artists in 2025. The ceremony recognizes both emerging talent and Seattle veterans from all jazz genres. Special awards are also presented to people or groups that have made extraordinary contributions in 2025, perhaps through a remarkable presentation, support to fellow artists, or new initiatives in education or collaboration.
Helping us celebrate is host and MC Alex Dugdale and Joe Doria’sMcTuff ft. Dan Schwindt and D’Vonne Lewis
The Evening’s Schedule
5:30pm Doors open
7:00pm Music Set 1
8pm Golden Ear Awards hosted by Alex Dugdale
9pm Music Set 2
ABOUT GOLDEN EAR AWARDS
Earshot Jazz initiated the Golden Ear Awards in 1990 to recognize the accomplishments of Seattle jazz artists over the previous year, and to induct significant members of the jazz community into the local Jazz Hall of Fame. Over the years, the award categories have shifted slightly, but the essence of the process has remained the same.