Nice Jazz Fest’ 2026: Here is the lineup

From July 23 to July 25, the city of Nice presents the 2026 edition of Nice Jazz Fest’. A variety of artists will perform on Place Masséna and at the Théâtre de Verdure. This emblematic festival begins tonight. The programming promises a rich musical experience. 

The festival that was the world’s first jazz festival returns each year to illuminate the city on the French Riviera. Becoming an unmissable event in Nice, the Nice Jazz Fest’ breaks with tradition by welcoming artists from diverse musical scenes. Organized by the city of Nice, this celebration welcomes eighteen artists on its stages. Accessible to all, this musical experience promises a warm and festive atmosphere. 

The Nice Jazz Fest’ program

This event is an opportunity to discover great artists with a varied musical palette, intended to satisfy all tastes. The first day is a huge success with a sold-out show. However, there are still some three-day PASSES including access to July 23.

For three days, the lineup reveals artists brought together for their musical eclecticism, offering unique worlds. Jazz, pop, soul and rock meet, including notably GIRLBAND !, NAÏKA, STING, OLIVEJONES and many others. Spectators will have the opportunity to be carried away by striking universes, all unique. 

Thursday, July 23, 2026

• 8:00 PM : GIRLBAND ! (Masséna)
• 9:15 PM : NAÏKA (Masséna)
• 11:00 PM : STING (Masséna) 

• 7:30 PM : GABRIELLE CAVASSA (Théâtre de Verdure)
• 8:45 PM : KASSA OVERALL (Théâtre de Verdure)
• 10:30 PM : OLIVE JONES (Théâtre de Verdure)

Friday, July 24, 2026

• 8:00 PM : DURAND BERNARR (Masséna)
• 9:15 PM : NOGA EREZ (Masséna)
• 11:00 PM : BUSTA RHYMES (Masséna)

• 7:30 PM : MARIO CANONGE TRIO (Théâtre de Verdure)
• 8:45 PM : NUBYAN TWIST (Théâtre de Verdure)
• 10:30 PM : CYMANDE (Théâtre de Verdure)

Saturday, July 25, 2026 

• 8:00 PM : THE GETDOWN (Masséna)
• 9:15 PM : GABRIEL JACOBY (Masséna)
• 11:00 PM : LOLA YOUNG (Masséna) 

• 7:30 PM : BIRÉLI LAGRÈNE (Théâtre de Verdure)
• 8:45 PM : THE JAMES CARTER QUINTET COLTRANE : A CENTENNIAL SUPREME (Théâtre de Verdure)
• 10:30 PM : OBONGJAYAR (Théâtre de Verdure)

The Nice Jazz Fest’ once again offers an ambitious programming that is resolutely open to the world. These musical choices reflect the free spirit of jazz. These concerts invite sharing, discovery and escape. Even off stage the celebration continues with the La Merenda village, which will offer various relaxation spaces, catering and entertainment, all animated by DJ sets.