Dave Koz is arguably the most popular artist in Gallo Center history. He has appeared at the Center 13 times since we opened the doors in 2007. The annual Christmas show by this smooth jazz giant sells out every time. Every. Single. Time. Dave and his special guests (to be announced) perform a bevy of holiday favorites along with hits from the artists' catalogs.

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Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2025

Gallo Center for the Arts

In the 28th anniversary edition of the world’s longest-running jazz-based Christmas tour, saxophonist Dave Koz and his musical friends will perform fresh renditions of timeless Christmas classics – as well as a Chanukah medley – along with hits from their respective catalogs. In a recording career that spans nearly three decades, Koz has racked up honors and achievements including nine Grammy nominations, 11 No. 1 albums on Billboard’s Current Contemporary Jazz Albums chart, and a 2023 Presidential Lifetime Achievement Award.

Dave Koz & Friends

Allied Solutions Center for the Performing Arts

A popular annual tradition at LBC, Dave Koz’s holiday concerts feature stellar special guests, performing fresh, lively arrangements of seasonal favorites in a high-energy show for the entire family. The saxophonist and bandleader has earned nine Grammy® nominations and sent nine albums to the top of Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz Albums chart.

Dave Koz and Friends

Luther Burbank Center for the Arts

With Special Guests Keiko Matsui, Rick Braun, Peter White, and Rebecca Jade.

Dave Koz and Friends 25th Anniversary Christmas Tour

Music Hall Center

Beginning the next era of this rich musical tradition, Koz and Friends will perform fresh renditions of timeless Christmas classics — as well as a Hanukkah medley — and hits from their respective catalogs.

Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts

Sail in for a beautiful summer evening dedicated to all things smooth, silky, and laid-back. This year’s edition is headlined by multiplatinum saxophonist Dave Koz along with the funky soul stylings of Morris Day & The Time. More artists to be announced.

Dave Koz & Friends

Dec 22, 2025

Dave Koz & Friends Christmas Tour 2025

Dec 12, 2025

Dave Koz & Friends

Dave Koz & Friends