Q: What is a listening room?
A: A listening room is a space to come, silence your cell phone and enjoy an intimate live show of storytelling and music. It's a place to listen and connect with the band or artist in a unique way, unlike your usual concert, bar or restaurant gig.
Q What is the "PBQ Policy"?
A: P-PLEASE, B-BE, Q-QUIET.
Blue Jay is a listening room and while the artists love the audience to applaud, laugh and even sing along, too much conversation during the show is a distraction to other listeners and can be disrespectful to the band or artist who is there to share their stories, inspirations and music with us.
We encourage talking before the show, during set break and after the show, but strongly encourage audience members NOT TO TALK during the show.
***If you are warned multiple times, you will politely be asked to leave.
Q: Where is Blue Jay located?
A: We are located in the Costa Verde Plaza, on the corner of 25th Ave South and 3rd Street in South Jax Beach, UPSTAIRS from Casa Maria Mexican Restaurant, across the street from Bold Bean Coffee and Roy's.
***There are small, blue arrow signs within the plaza to lead the way!
Q: What are your hours?
A: Our schedule is a little willy nilly as we are only open during shows. We host an every Tuesday jazz jam and the rest of the days can be found on our schedule page in the main menu. Doors open at 7pm and shows begin at 8pm unless otherwise noted.
Q: Do you serve alcohol?
A: Yes. BEER & WINE ONLY. We have a lovely selection of wines as well as a wonderful craft beer list. We also have domestic beers, local beers on tap and plenty of non-alcoholic choices.
Q: Do you serve food?
A: No. We do not serve food however we highly recommend grabbing a pre-show dinner across the street at SoNapa Grille!
Q: May I bring outside food or drink in?
A: No.
Q: Do you allow smoking/vaping inside?
A: No.
Q: What time do doors open?
A: Doors open one hour before show time. This is typically 7pm unless otherwise noted.
Q: May I arrive late?
A: You may come in late if you must, however it is not guaranteed that you will have a seat with your group as our seating is first come first served. If you are late, you will more than likely have to stand in the event of a sell out.
Q: Is there assigned/reserved seating?
A: The only reserved seating is for members of our Founder's Circle. Seating is first come first served. If you are not on time, you risk not having a a place to sit.
Q: May I come in early and reserve a seat for me and my friends?
A: No. Seating is first come first served. You may not come in, save seats, leave and come back. When you arrive, you may save NO MORE THAN 4 seats for you and your group. We recommend encouraging your group to get there as close to doors opening as possible, if you would like to sit together.
Q: Do you sell tickets at the door?
A: If a show has not sold out prior to doors opening, yes there will be tickets available at the door, however we highly encourage pre purchasing your tickets.
THE DOOR IS CASH ONLY.
There is a $10 ticket increase at the door.
In the event of a sell out, we will sell an additional 10 STANDING ROOM ONLY tickets at the door. These tickets will be first come first served and you must be present to purchase.
Q: Do I need to print my ticket?
A: No, please save the trees! You can show us your ticket on your phone or show us your ID and we will find your name on the list at the front box office.
Q: It says a show is sold out. Can you hold tickets for me at the door? Is there a wait list?
A: We do not hold tickets. There is no wait list.
Q: What happens if I leave my card/belongings at Blue Jay?
A: You must come in during business hours to retrieve your belongings. We are not open during the day, only during shows.
Q: Is there an age limit?
A: Yes. Our shows are either 18+ or 21+ depending on the band/artist/event. Please refer to the individual show (found on the ticket link) for the age limit.
Q: Is there an opening act?
A: Sometimes we have openers, sometimes we do not. Any time we can support an artist or band by giving them the opportunity to open, we love to. If there is an opener, typically it will be listed but occasionally they can be added at the last minute by Blue Jay or by the headlining band/artist to help with local draw or just for fun!
Q: Do you rent out Blue Jay for special events?
A: Absolutely! From birthday parties, to showers and even weddings, Blue Jay is a beautiful, unique place to host your next special event. Please e-mail your inquiry to events@bluejayjax.com.
Q: How do I book a show at Blue Jay?
A: E-mail your EPK, videos, links, etc to booking@bluejayjax.com.