Warm Soup Cool Jazz

Name: Warm Soup, Cool Jazz 2026
Start: 2026-06-20T17:00:00+10:00
End: 2026-06-20T22:00:00+10:00
Location: Mercure Canberra

A flavourful, free event for everyone!

Warm Soup, Cool Jazz is back: Live Jazz Night in Canberra

Mercure Canberra & Olims Bar & Bistro present the return of one of Canberra’s favourite winter events, Warm Soup, Cool Jazz.
Enjoy an evening of live jazz, comforting house-made soups and mulled winter drinks in a relaxed and cosy, family-friendly setting at one of Canberra’s most iconic heritage venues. Whether you’re looking for a unique night out, great live music, or a warming winter experience, this free family-friendly Canberra event is not to be missed.

Event Highlights

Live jazz performance by a talented local trio
Soup bar with house-made winter favourites
Mulled wine and spiced cider available for purchase
Full Olims Bar & Bistro menu also available
Free entry, all welcome

Live Jazz Line-Up

Settle in and enjoy smooth, soulful sounds from an incredible local jazz trio:

Angela Lount – Lead Vocals
Leo Joseph – Keyboard & Vocals
Lauren Thurlow – Saxophone

Let the music set the mood while you sip, savour, and unwind.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, 20 June 2026
Time: Doors open from 5:00 PM
Location: Carlton Room, Mercure Canberra
Entry: FREE
Suitable for: All ages, family-friendly

What to Expect

A delicious selection of house-made soups at our soup bar
Mulled wine and cider available for purchase
Family‑friendly vibes and a relaxed atmosphere
Olims Bar & Bistro open for drinks and extra food options. For our full bistro menu please visit Olims Bar & Bistro.

Make sure to follow our Facebook Event to see what will be on the menu and any updates. Come for the soup, stay for the jazz, we can’t wait to see you there!

Stay the Night: The Perfect Canberra Winter Escape

Turn your evening into a Canberra winter getaway at Mercure Canberra.

Enjoy:

Heritage-style accommodation
Modern amenities and warm hospitality
Easy access to the event
Exclusive seasonal packages

Book your stay now and make a night of it. Explore our Special Offers & Packages to make your stay even more memorable and enjoy the best of Canberra this winter.

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Warm Soup | Cool Jazz

When From 20 June 2026 - 17:00 to 20 June 2026 - 20:00

Where Mercure Canberra, 39 Limestone Ave 2612 Braddon Australia

Phone +61 2 6243 0000

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Warm Soup Cool Jazz

A flavourful, free event for everyone!

Warm Soup, Cool Jazz is back: Live Jazz Night in Canberra

Event Highlights

Live Jazz Line-Up

Event Details

What to Expect

Stay the Night: The Perfect Canberra Winter Escape