Event Details
When Is Nancy Jazz Pulsations 2026?
From 3 to 17 October 2026, Nancy turns into the capital of jazz and contemporary music for two weeks. The 53rd edition of Nancy Jazz Pulsations (NJP) brings around 170 artists and roughly 250 concerts across seven venues; the main evening shows at the Chapiteau run from 8 to 17 October, complemented by many free concerts held throughout the city during the entire festival period.
What Is Nancy Jazz Pulsations?
Founded in 1973 by a group of young music enthusiasts from Nancy, the festival has become the unmissable autumn event of the Grand Est region. Despite its name, the program reaches far beyond jazz; pop, rock, rap, reggae, electronic and world music all meet on stage, mixing established names with emerging talent.
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Program and Artists 2026
- Opening night at the Chapiteau with Bertrand Belin, Charlie Winston and Alain Chamfort
- Peter Doherty, Sam Sauvage and James Baker on 14 October
- Pink Martini feat. Storm Large with Harold López Nussa and Flore Benguigui on 15 October
- Caravan Palace and Youngblood Brass Band on 17 October
- Selah Sue & The Gallands with Lakecia Benjamin on 16 October
- Concerts at the Opéra national de Lorraine with Dhafer Youssef and Alela Diane
- Late night sets at Le Magic from midnight
- Numerous free performances in bars and public squares (Apéros Jazz, Nancy Jazz Poursuite)
The main evening concerts take place mostly at the Chapiteau du Parc de la Pépinière (mixed seated and standing) and at Le Magic. Salle Poirel hosts concerts from 7 to 10 October, Théâtre de la Manufacture from 12 to 17 October, and L'Autre Canal on selected evenings.
How Much Do Tickets Cost?
Ticket prices for Chapiteau concerts range from around 26 to 52 euros depending on the evening; combined tickets for the Chapiteau and Le Magic on the same night usually cost about 10 euros more. Children under 13 pay a flat rate of 10 euros, and young audience shows start from just 8 euros. For those attending multiple nights, pass options such as the Trio Chapiteau (three evenings of your choice) cost around 93 euros; some limited pass offers are already sold out. A large part of the program, including the Apéros Jazz and many street concerts, is completely free.
How to Get to Nancy and the Festival Venues
- Nancy is well connected via the A31 motorway; parking is available in the city center near the Parc de la Pépinière.
- Nancy Ville train station is within walking distance of the city center and most venues.
- Buy tickets early, as the most popular Chapiteau evenings sell out quickly.
- The 9 October concerts at the Chapiteau are seated only; for other nights with free seating, arrive early to secure a seat.
- Visitors with disabilities should contact the organizer before buying tickets, as accessible spots are limited.
