Our desire to dance, to have fun, to have fun is at its peak and this is good because summer is already here and with it the festival season!
The Nice Côte d’Azur region is full of festivals of all kinds, from the most emblematic to the most intimate, musical or shows in unique and authentic settings.
We have prepared an overview of the festivals not to be missed… so here’s a tip: get out your diaries!
1 – The Festival Cream
Or ? Villefranche sur mer
When ? June 14, 15, 16, 2024
To see what? live, dj-sets and shows
3 days of music, feet in the water! The quiet Citadel of Villefranche-sur-Mer becomes, for a weekend, a real party place where entertainment of all kinds rubs shoulders with music.
This festival offers the public a very “chill” experience. Esotericism, kids party, vintage market, pan bagnat competition, historical visits, paddle, beach cleaning, food and drinks. Many activities can be found throughout the weekend around the festival beach, at Les Marinières, and in the heart of the citadel.
2 – Beach Sport Festival
Or ? In Saint-Laurent du Var
When ? from June 25 to July 14, 2024
To see who? What ? sports and concerts!
Launched in 2022, this unique sporting event is set to rock Costeau beach in Saint-Laurent du Var! On the sports side, we will attend 7 events on the beach including this year Air Badminton and US football! without forgetting the Footvolleyball, Beach Tennis, Beach Handball and of course Beach Volleyball tournaments!
As you can see, we’re meeting at the beach this summer!
On the music side, 2 charity concerts will be offered for the benefit of the association “Attrap’la Balle”, founded by tennis champion Jo-Wilfried Tsonga: The Beach 80 (free) with among others Zouk Machine, Boris, Boney M … and the Gims concert (paying).
3 – Le Broc Festival
Or? Le Broc
When ? June 28, 29, 2024
To see who? Amadou & Mariam, Charlelie Couture
In the authentic setting of the Théâtre de Verdure, located on the steps, close to the artists, we love this hinterland festival, small in size but which has nothing to envy of the bigger ones…
4 – The Piano Nocturnes
Or ? Cagnes sur mer
When ? June 28 to July 7, 2024
We love the association of this atypical place and piano concerts which highlight young talents and experienced pianists. For this 3rd edition, 7 recitals will be offered to the public but also the meeting of great amateurs or the international Samson François competition, the year 2024 of which marks the centenary of his birth. More than 160 candidates from 43 countries compete for this prize. Beautiful evenings in perspective…
5 – Southern Nights
Or ? Win
When ? from July 4 to 13, 2024
To see who? Raphäel, Julian Marley, Christophe Maé, Caravan Palace…
True to its origins, the Nuits du Sud festival is making its mark on the Côte d’Azur with a friendly and daring program and a cultural diversity dear to its identity. On the Place du Grand Jardin, 6 evenings of concerts are offered with the promise of experiencing moments of sharing but also of discovering the new generation of artists.
The + : we like their commitment to CSR and the actions they propose to make the festival more responsible.
6 – The Festival of the Few
Or ? Le Broc
When ? durant 4 longs week-ends, from July 5 to 28, 2024
Kézaco?? It is a festival of contemporary art, culture and social ties that brings together artists from all backgrounds… Historically organized in the village of Bonson, the Peu festival is taking over the village of Broc again this year for its 21st editing.
To see what? “a little further” in our imaginations! We’ll let you discover it…
7 – The Jazz Island
Or ? Isola village and Isola 2000
When ? from July 6 to 8 2024
Head to the mountains for the 2nd edition of the L’Isola du Jazz festival, which combines music and respect for the environment. The festival will be held in natural spaces, with the aim of zero waste and a minimal carbon footprint.
The + : The Festival was named winner and public favorite of the 2024 Sustainable Peaks Trophies.
8 – Neon Festival
Or ? Nice
When ? from July 26 to 28, 2024
To see who? Nervo, Martin Solveig, Trinix…
When the world of electro meets that of neon, it creates an original music festival with varied styles of music (latin house, bass house, old school hip hop, etc.) and local and international DJs.
Light shows, pyrotechnics, fluorescent makeup will immerse you in the world of Neon!
9 – The Beaches Laughter
Or ? Nice
When ? July 29, 30, 31 2024
To see who? Anne Roumanoff, The Knights of Giel, Mathieu Madénian
Make way for good humor and laughter for the 13th edition of the aptly named Plages du Rire festival. Comedy artists gather at the Théâtre de Verdure, very close to the Promenade des Anglais for unique shows and one-man shows! An unmissable event of our summer…
The + : The Plages du Rire give young local and national comedians the opportunity to come and showcase their talent in front of a jury of professionals during the Tremplins des Plages du Rire which take place in May. The winner has the chance to perform as the opening act for the Festival! More info here.
Note that in 2025, from January 17 to February 2, a “Winter” edition will be held indoors, this time at the Nice Conservatory.
10 – Beaulieu-La-Nuit
Or ? Beaulieu-sur-Mer
When ? from August 2 to 4, 2024
To see who? Dinaa – Papooz – Kid Francescoli – Elissa Lauper – Camel Power Club – Jacques – Antonin -Yoa – Voyou – Fat Freddys drop – After Show Dj Set
Beaulieu la Nuit…your new summer meeting place in Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Les Nuits Guitares changes its name and style and invites you to concerts in the Olivaie garden but also to intimate showcases or even musical naps on the beach or pétanque aperitifs.
11 – The Saint Jazz Cap Ferrat
Or ? Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
When ? August 8, 9, 10, 2024
To see who? ony Green, JJ Milteau, Asta 2, Omar Sosa, Gustavo Ovalles & Maria Pia de Vito…
We love the intimate setting of the Jardin de la Paix, under the pine trees facing the sea.
Beyond an exceptional site, this small Jazz festival has made its way among the big names on the Riviera scenes. Many international artists graced the festival stage where good humor and conviviality reign.
12 – The Nice Jazz Festival
Or ? Nice
When ? from August 20 to 23, 2024
To see who? Mulatu Astatke, Nas, Kenny Garrett, Jungle, Monty Alexander, Phoenix, Jon Cleary, Yamé…
Something new for the oldest jazz festival… in the world!
As we like to remind you, it is indeed in Nice that this legendary jazz festival was born in 1948. It was in 1992 that it took the name of Nice Jazz Festival and since 2014, it has taken up residence in the setting of the green belt, in the heart of the city. Although the program has evolved over the years, this summer event remains unmissable in the Riviera capital.
2024, the year of change… a new name and new dates!
Nice Jazz Fest 2024 will offer 24 concerts on 2 stages spread over Place Masséna and the Théâtre de Verdure.
13 – Le Crossover Festival
Or ? Nice
When ? September 4, 5, 7, 8, 2024
To see who? Favé – Zamdane – High – Oden & Fatzo…
We extend the summer evenings a little further and we continue to have fun with 4 evenings gathered in two places: the Théâtre de Verdure and the 109.
The Crossover Nice Festival offers a program between urban and electro. On August 25, the Crossover Summer will take up residence at the Théâtre sur la Mer in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat with The Avener as guest.
11 – Summer evenings
Or ? Throughout the Alpes-Maritimes department
When ? All summer
To see who? What ? street art, concerts, shows, cabaret…
Ideal for discovering the local scene and artists of all kinds, summer evenings are inseparable from a festive summer. Jazz, pop, rock, variety, world music, classical or traditional… More than 450 events to discover throughout the department and in many municipalities in the metropolitan area!
The + : the evenings are completely free
12 – Jazz at the castle
Or ? Haut-de-Cagnes
When ? Tous Fridays at 9 p.m., June 21 to September 13, 2024
To see what? Jazz concerts, gypsy jazz, swing, soul…
Come and listen to jazz in the enchanting setting of the Château du Haut-de-Cagnes… This 17th edition will once again feature virtuosos and varied groups. Free evenings and free shuttle from the city center!
Here is a small selection among the many events taking place in Nice Côte d’Azur. Don’t hesitate to check our calendar!
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