January Blues Festival London brings the best of blues rock and jazz to 229—an independent live music venue on Fitzrovia’s Great Portland Street. Running from January 3-24, you’ll catch legends like The Animals and Ten Years After as well as icons including Robben Ford, Eric Bibb and more. Find out all you need to know about January Blues Festival 2026 London, including the can’t-miss shows, set times and ticket prices, below.
January Blues Festival 2026 London: highlights and ticket prices
The Animals with Geno Washington – Sat 3 Jan
The Animals bring 60s rock and blues to London on 3 January—their first gig in the city in over 30 years. The legendary British band took over the UK charts in 1964 with “House of the Rising Sun” and also made a name for themselves with hits like “Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood” and “It’s My Life”. They’ll be joined on stage by American R&B singer Geno Washington on the night.
🎟️£33
🕒7pm
Band of Friends – Sun 4 Jan
This show is a tribute to the late Rory Gallagher who’s widely regarded as “Ireland’s first rock star”. His long‑term bassist Gerry McAvoy will be paying homage to the musician with help from The Stumble plus Snowboy hosting and DJing.
🎟️£27.50
🕒7pm
Eric Bibb – Mon 5 & Tue 6 Jan
Three-time GRAMMY-nominated blues and roots artist Eric Bibb brings two intimate nights of richly crafted Americana to London, blending soul-deep songs with storytelling on stage. Both nights feature musical support from singer-songwriter Ajay Srivastav.
🎟️£33.99
🕒7pm
Robben Ford – Wed 14 & Thu 15 Jan
American guitarist Robben Ford, who’s collaborated with the likes of Miles Davis, Joni Mitchell and George Harrison, brings his masterful blend of blues, jazz and rock fusion for two nights at 229.
🎟️£33
🕒7pm
Ten Years After – Wed 21 Jan
Formed in Nottingham in 1966, Ten Years After are best known for their high‑energy live performances. Their performance of the extended jam “I’m Going Home” in 1969 became iconic in the film about Woodstock Festival. With singer and guitarist John Verity in support, it’s set to be an electric show.
🎟️£33
🕒7pm
More upcoming blues and jazz concerts in London
The Jazz Room – Thurs 15 Jan & 12 Feb
The Jazz Room is a series of popular live music shows that showcase the best of jazz, soul and the blues. A live band performs classics by Irving Mills, Louis Armstrong, Frank Sinatra and more, as well as groovy improvisations, all inside the Phoenix Arts Club. An evening of sophisticated fun, groovy NOLA tunes and drinks awaits.
Emma Rawicz Quartet – Fri 23 Jan
Saxophonist and composer Emma Rawicz brings her jazz quartet show to Vortex in London. It features Rasmus Sørensen on piano, Freddie Jensen on bass and Marc Michel on drums. The first show is sold out but doors open for the second one at 9:30pm (music scheduled for 10pm).
Camilla George – Sat 24 Jan
Saxophonist and composer Camilla George shines at Ronnie Scott’s for a showcase of her fusion of jazz, blues, Afrofuturism and hip hop.