Event Details
Welcome to Jazz à la Villette 2026 in Paris
From August 28 to September 6, 2026, the Parc de la Villette in northeastern Paris turns into one of the key stages of the European jazz scene. In its 25th edition, the festival brings eleven days of jazz, funk, soul and hip hop to the Grande Halle de la Villette, the Cité de la musique and the Philharmonie de Paris.
Highlights and Attractions at Jazz à la Villette in Paris
- An opening night with Snarky Puppy and the Metropole Orkest conducted by Jules Buckley
- Further headliners including GoGo Penguin, Selah Sue and The Gallands, and Roberto Fonseca with Vincent Segal
- Emma Jean Thackray's tribute to Miles Davis and the London collective Kokoroko
- The Under the Radar series showcasing emerging talent at partner venues such as Villette Makerz and Studio de l'Ermitage
- Free add on programming such as the Afters at La Petite Halle with open entry
- A dedicated program for children and families called Jazz à la Villette for kids
- An urban, green festival setting right in the heart of the 19th arrondissement of Paris
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Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Paris
Most evening concerts start around 8 PM, while a handful of afternoon shows begin as early as 4 PM. Highlights include the two opening nights with Snarky Puppy on August 28 and 29, further concerts on September 1, 3 and 4, and a strong closing weekend on September 5 and 6 with Roberto Fonseca and Vincent Segal alongside Kokoroko. Alongside the main concerts, the festival also offers workshops, masterclasses and meet and greets with the artists.
Tickets and Admission for Jazz à la Villette Paris
Standard ticket prices for individual concerts range from 15 to 50 euros depending on the artist and venue. Buying three or more concerts together unlocks the discounted Formule Festival rate, and reduced prices are also available for job seekers, people with disabilities, under 26s and Philharmonie de Paris subscribers. The festival also includes several free events, including the Afters at La Petite Halle and parts of the Under the Radar series. Tickets are sold through the festival's official website and through Fnac Spectacles.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Paris
- Parc de la Villette is easy to reach via metro line 5 at Porte de Pantin, with Vélib bike stations right at the entrance
- Late August and early September usually bring mild late summer weather to Paris, though an umbrella for the evening is a good idea
- For the opening and closing weekend concerts, buying tickets early is worthwhile since popular dates sell out fast
- Staying in the 19th arrondissement or near metro line 5 keeps travel time to the festival grounds short
- Anyone planning to see several concerts should buy their tickets together to take advantage of the Formule Festival discount
