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Critical Mass Big Band and Sugartime Trio at Spanish Ballroom

Big band jazz with three-part vocal harmonies: Critical Mass Big Band and Sugartime Trio play an early, all-ages Sunday show at Spanish Ballroom.

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When
Sun, Nov 8, 2026 · 5:00pm
Where
Spanish Ballroom · 565 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402 · Directions → · Venue details
Price
$20
Ages
All ages
Organizer
McMenamins

Published

An upward view of the Elks Temple’s pale facade, tall columns and entrance.
Venue: McMenamins Elks Temple. Photo: Another Believer · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo details

Why go

A full big band in a ballroom, which is where big bands belong. Critical Mass has played Northwest jazz for nearly 25 years. Sugartime Trio adds close harmonies, from 1930s swing to modern songs.

What happens

Sunday, November 8: doors 4pm, show 5pm, in the Spanish Ballroom at McMenamins Elks Temple.

Good to know

All ages. Some seating, first come, first served, so arrive early if you want a chair. Tickets are $20 on KNKX’s calendar listing; McMenamins doesn’t post the price, so confirm it at checkout through the Tickets link.

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