The nearby Hyatt Ballroom provides a large venue with dance floors. Serious dancers, some dressed in vintage attire, spend the entire day there. Just down K Street is the Crest Theatre, a restored classic movie house with great sound and unobstructed views of performers. Cal Expo captures a carnival atmosphere with food stands and some of the largest performance sites, most outdoors under tents. The three hotel venues are perfect for those who appreciate indoor, air-conditioned comfort.
Most hotels offer a combination of small rooms for intimate concerts, ballrooms, and outdoor venues.
The next important purchase of the day is a Jazz Jubilee Program. The program provides a description and schedule for each band. Performances are also listed by day, time, and venue. Or, for an unpredictable music experience, forego the program, choose one venue, and see which bands come to you. The Jubilee offers swing and salsa dances and special tributes that combine music, history, and insights into famous musicians' lives.