From July 16 to 26, 2026, music takes over Nice. Restaurants, cinemas, beach operators, bars, associations, and hotel owners are invited to become key players in the Nice Jazz Fest!, sharing a common and contagious energy through concerts and screenings across the city.
Jazz Concert.
Enjoy the friendly, welcoming atmosphere of this bar and restaurant in Nice, decorated in a distinctive rock and vintage style. Whether you're looking for great food or live music, Wayne's Bar is the place to be.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Music Program: Pop, House & Electronic Music by Emmanuel Grimaldi
Put on your best seventies outfit for a "Thursday Night Fever" edition dedicated to celebration, dancing, and good vibes!
Admission conditions : €15, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Live DJ :
Live Jazz :
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Film screening: The film The Marching Band (French version) with a live performance by the La Jeunesse Niçoise marching band.
Thibaut is an internationally renowned orchestra conductor who travels the world. When he discovers that he was adopted, he learns he has a brother, Jimmy, a school cafeteria worker who plays the trombone in a marching band in northern France. On the surface, everything separates them—except their love of music. Recognizing his brother’s exceptional musical talent, Thibaut sets out to make up for the injustice of fate. Jimmy then begins to dream of a different life...
Admission conditions : Paid admission – standard cinema ticket prices apply.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Film screenings in original version with subtitles (VOST):
Admission conditions : Admission, €9.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Modern Flamenco Night.
A flamenco evening where the authenticity of an improvised Flamenco Jam meets the power of a choreographed performance.
Experience a unique evening where the passion of flamenco comes to life through a blend of Flamenco Jam sessions and choreographed performances, all in the warm atmosphere of a pub inspired by a contemporary Andalusian tablao.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Concert evenings celebrating jazz.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Jazz Concert: Merakhaazan – Double Bass Solo
Merakhaazan is the solo project of double bassist and composer Jean-Christophe Bournine. Through a distinctive electro-acoustic approach, he transforms the double bass into a true pocket orchestra using loops, effects, and remarkably inventive sound design. Blending jazz, contemporary music, cinematic soundscapes, and improvisation, Merakhaazan invites audiences on a hypnotic journey where the boundaries between acoustic and electronic music disappear.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
More information coming soon.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Roaming Jazz Performances.
Artist : Dress Code / XY.
Music Program: Live Jazz & Funk by Brooklyn 2 Nice.
Savor delicious food while enjoying an evening to share with friends, family, or your loved one.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Artist : Éric Abtan.
Éric Abtan is a Canadian musician with an international career spanning the worlds of rock, pop, and jazz. A versatile guitarist, singer, and performer, he has appeared on stages around the world alongside renowned artists.
Artist : Jack Lee.
Jack Lee, from Galway, Ireland, is a singer-songwriter renowned for his warm voice, storytelling talent, and captivating acoustic performances. His repertoire spans several decades of music, from timeless classics to more contemporary influences, featuring carefully selected covers from a wide range of genres and eras.
Artist : Mike Mercier.
Mike Mercier is originally from the United States and is now based in Sweden. He is a singer-songwriter known for his dynamic acoustic performances.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Artist : Emile Allasia
Rising to fame on The Voice and an ambassador for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, she brings her soulful R&B universe to the stage, accompanied by her pianist for an intimate and refined performance.
DJ Set : Asenza
A DJ from Nice with a passion for electronic music, Asenza performs at the crossroads of Afro House and Melodic House.
Artist : Covernow
Covernow is an acoustic duo featuring John Drai and Lesly Berry, blending guitar, two voices, and beautiful vocal harmonies.
Artist : Arleen
Having opened for artists such as Sofiane Pamart, JoeyStarr, and Electro Deluxe, she will perform a vibrant and captivating set at the piano, accompanied by a percussionist, blending R&B, soul, and Afro-pop.
Artist : Romain dos Santos
After appearing twice on The Voice, Romain has developed a musical style that blends festive pop with French and international pop-rock.
Artist : Julie La Brune
Introduced to the general public through her participation in The Voice 2025, Julie La Brune performs a repertoire blending pop, soul, and French variety. Accompanied by her pianist, Fred Colombo, she elegantly reinterprets timeless classics
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Artist : Schneor
Strolling performance at the Nicétoile food court, with a musical atmosphere inspired by the Belle Époque theme, in connection with the "Nissa La Bella" exhibition held at Nicétoile.
Admission conditions : Free.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Live Music Evening / Pianist : Ryan Akkwa and Lucas Bellante.
A signature cocktail created especially for the event.
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
Soul & Jazz Night :
Emotion, swing, soul, and genuine stage chemistry come together in this exceptional performance featuring a remarkable vocalist with a warm connection to the audience and a virtuoso guitarist with lightning-fast fingers. The duo is joined by the equally talented Franck Lamiot on Hammond organ and Samuel Bobin on drums. Their EP, recorded at Studio Manuel and mixed by Franck Lamiot, features six original compositions, including two French-language songs with lyrics by Samuel Bobin, who is also a co-writer for the band !
Line-up : Glam Jazz
Glam Jazz takes audiences on a journey from the "Great Gatsby" spirit and Charleston rhythms of the 1920s (Ain’t She Sweet, Yes Sir, That’s My Baby), to the swing of the 1930s (It Don’t Mean a Thing, Cheek to Cheek), while also celebrating French classics of the 1940s that became international jazz standards (Les Feuilles Mortes, C’est Si Bon), and the bossa nova of the 1950s and 1960s (Chega de Saudade, Corcovado).
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.
Wheelchair accessibility : Yes.
In the spirit of the Fest'Off, Swingin’Nice invites you to a series of free open-air events celebrating swing and jazz in public spaces.
Each event begins with a free introductory session from 6:00 PM to 6:20 PM, open to everyone. No experience is required—just come ready to have fun! The evening then continues with an open social dance where beginners and experienced dancers alike can share the infectious energy of swing.
Whether you're an experienced dancer, a beginner, or simply a spectator, come and enjoy the vibrant swing atmosphere under the Nice sunshine.
Admission conditions : Free.
Open dance session for everyone !
Created in 2022, the Nice Swing Festival has become a key event on Nice’s swing dance scene.
The exceptional quality of the instructors makes every moment unique, all in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Admission conditions : Free.
Open dance session for everyone !
The Dous de Dous project was born from the meeting of Julie Là and Xavier Borriglione (also known as Toinou dau Gourc).
For over 15 years, Xavier Borriglione has been dedicated to getting balèti audiences dancing to the sound of the fife through the groups Lu Rauba Capèu and Lou Baldaqui. He has also played and sung for nearly 20 years with the group Nux Vomica.
Julie Là is a committed singer-songwriter whose work explores the female figures found in mountain stories and traditions.
What could be more natural than these two artists coming together to share their passion for singing, playing music, and bringing people together through dance.
Admission conditions : Free.
Open dance session for everyone !
Passionate Argentine tango dancers and if you share their passion, consider yourself part of the family. If you are simply a tango dancer, know that you have their full support.
Admission conditions : Free.
Line-up : Sunday Jazz Delivery
Admission conditions : Free admission, drinks available for purchase on site.