Jazz fans, food lovers, and summer adventurers, mark your calendars! Join us for an afternoon of world-class jazz at the second annual Jazzoula at The River Edge taking place on Saturday, July 18th, 2026, from 12 noon to 4 p.m., at the scenic River Edge Resort & Steakhouse located at 168 South Frontage Road East in Alberton, Montana.  A $5 suggested donation is requested upon entry to support Helping Hands of Alberton, a 501(c)(3) local non-profit charity that distributes food baskets to families in need during the holiday season, provides Christmas gifts for children, and awards a $1,000 scholarship to a graduating Mineral County senior!  Concert attendees can also support Helping Hands by participating in the 50/50 raffle on the day of the event. 

If you’re headed to Railroad Day in Alberton, come River Edge Resort & Steakhouse after leaving the festival to extend your day of fun and relaxation! This exciting outdoor summer jazz concert offers a rare opportunity to enjoy live performances by some of Missoula’s finest jazz artists with a backdrop of the beautiful Clark Fork River. Seating is limited outdoors, so please feel free to bring blankets and chairs.

The 2026 debut lineup includes:

  • Skyler Mendell Sextet

  • Owen Ross Quartet

  • Night Blooming Jasmine

  • The Basement Boyz

The event is open to the public, but exclusive VIP seating options are available in the riverside pavilion for those looking to elevate their experience.

2-Guest VIP Package – $90
Includes:

  • Your choice of 1 bottle of red or white wine

  • 1 charcuterie board

  • Premium seating for 2 guests from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

  • 4-Guest VIP Table – $170
    Includes:

    • 1 bottle of red wine

    • 1 bottle of white wine

    • 1 charcuterie board

    • Premium seating for 4 guests from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

To reserve your VIP seating, call 406-552-0573 today!

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JAZZOULA AT THE RIVER EDGE 2025 WAS A HUGE SUCCESS!!

What an amazing time at Jazzoula at the River Edge on Sunday! The weather was perfect and so was the jazz! A HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who came out to support their local jazz muscians. A special thanks goes out to our sponsors: River Edge Steakhouse, Bruce Micklus, and Rockin' Rudy's. We'd also like to thank all those who worked hard to make the first annual Jazzoula Summer Concert a success:

Musicians:

Connor Racicot

Basement Boyz

The Nightcrawlers

Craig Hall Trio and special guest Loren Stillman

Producers:

Kimberlee Carlson

John Arvish

Sound:

Mike Jones

River Edge Steakhouse Staff:

Tom Armstrong

Yvonne Paul

Kindra Fuller

Molly Carson

Jazzoula wouldn't have been such a success without all of you! See you next summer!

JAZZOULA AT THE RIVER EDGE IS ALL SET FOR OUR NEW DATE ON SUNDAY, JULY 20TH!!

The winter storm ruined our summer solstice, but the clouds have cleared and summer is officially in full swing!  Good things come to those who wait, so let’s try this again, shall we?  Come out to the first ever Jazzoula Summer Concert Event at The River Edge Steakhouse in Alberton, MT on Sunday, July 20th from 12pm-4pm!!  Enjoy the beautiful view of the Clark Fork River, savor delicious food and drinks while enjoying music from Missoula’s finest jazz musicians: 

  • Conner Racicot Trio

  • Basement Boyz

  • Craig Hall

  • The Nightcrawlers

A full bar and lunch menu will be available for purchase inside the venue. Seating is limited so attendees are encouraged to bring chairs and blankets.

The event is open to the public, but exclusive VIP seating options are still available in the Pavilion for those looking to elevate their experience.  For those who purchased a VIP table on the original date, your reservation will be fully honored on Sunday, July 20th. 

2-Guest VIP Package – $80
Includes:

  • Your choice of 1 bottle of Red Bordeaux or New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

  • 1 charcuterie board

  • Premium seating for 2 guests from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

4-Guest VIP Table – $150
Includes:

  • 1 bottle of Red Bordeaux

  • 1 bottle of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc

  • 1 charcuterie board

  • Premium seating for 4 guests from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Call 406-552-0573 today to reserve your VIP seating before they sell out!