ENERGETIC & GREEN ROOM 97 PRESENTS
An Evening Of
SMOOTH JAZZ, ROCK & SOUL
Grown Folks Dinner & Concert Experience
Saturday, Nov 14, 2026
Doors 6:00 PM • Dinner 6:30 PM • Showtime 7:30 PM
Valley Dale Ballroom
1590 Sunbury Rd, Columbus, OH 43219
GA $65 | VIP $99
Full Dinner Included with VIP Tickets Only
Doors Open At Valley Dale Ballroom In
Meet The Headliners
Two of modern contemporary jazz and soul’s most prolific chart-toppers together on one historic Columbus stage.
NILS
HeadlinerContemporary Guitarist, Producer & Billboard Chart-Topper
Nils has stood as a towering titan in smooth jazz and instrumental rock for decades. Renowned for his effortless grooves, infectious hooks, and melodic perfection, his landmark track "Pacific Coast Highway" earned the rare honor of Billboard's Smooth Jazz Song of the Decade. Prepare for a masterclass in live guitar performance.
PAULA ATHERTON
Headliner#1 Billboard Charting Saxophonist, Flutist & Vocalist
Blending electrifying saxophone prowess, velvety vocals, and undeniable stage presence, Paula Atherton is a true tour-de-force in contemporary jazz and soul. Her singles consistently rocket to #1 on the Billboard Smooth Jazz National Airplay chart. Experience her live chemistry up close in the Valley Dale Ballroom.
Troubadours "Magic"
Kicking off the night with infectious rhythm, timeless groove, and soulful musical electricity.
Choose Your Concert Experience
General Admission includes standard concert seating. VIP includes priority seating, dinner, and premium experience.
General Admission
Concert Access + Standard Seating
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VIP Ticket
Priority Seating + Full Dinner Included
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Event Evening Schedule
6:00 PM
Arrival, Cocktails & Seating
Step inside the historic Valley Dale Ballroom. Settle in, enjoy the cash bar, and mingle to ambient sounds.
6:30 PM
VIP Dinner Service
Dinner service begins at 6:30 PM, included exclusively with VIP ticket admission before showtime.
7:30 PM
Live Concert Extravaganza
Opening with Troubadours "Magic", followed by full sets by Paula Atherton and Nils on the ballroom stage.
The Legendary Valley Dale Ballroom
1590 Sunbury Road • Columbus, Ohio 43219
Steeped in nearly a century of legendary jazz and big band history, the Valley Dale Ballroom has hosted titans including Frank Sinatra, Tommy Dorsey, and Duke Ellington. Its sweeping ballroom, pristine acoustics, and candlelit ambiance make it the definitive setting for an authentic Grown Folks dinner and concert evening.
Venue Address & Parking
1590 Sunbury Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219
Convenient, free parking is available on-site in the Valley Dale Ballroom parking facilities.
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Event Highlights At A Glance
- Grown & Classy Atmosphere: Perfect evening for couples, music connoisseurs, and friend groups.
- Dinner Included with VIP: Dinner served at 6:30 PM with VIP tickets ($99). General Admission ($65) includes concert access and standard seating.
- Legendary Triple Lineup: Nils, Paula Atherton, and Troubadours "Magic".
- Columbus History: Hosted at the historic Valley Dale Ballroom on Sunbury Road.
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