Anglet Jazz Festival

Anglet Jazz Festival: Jazz at the heart of the Basque Country

Since 2008, the Anglet Jazz Festival has been setting the rhythm for the musical comeback on the Basque Coast with jazz and improvised music. Initially created under the name "Jazz sur l'herbe" by the association Arcad, this open-air musical picnic gradually transformed into a true jazz festival, supported since 2014 by the association Clef de Jazz.

A unique format combining indoor and outdoor

The festival spans four days, combining two complementary formats. From Thursday to Saturday evening, the Théâtre Quintaou, Anglet's iconic performance venue, hosts three evenings of double concerts. Spectators can discover various ensembles in an ideal acoustic setting. On Sunday, the festival returns to its roots with the "Jazz sur l'herbe" day at Parc de Baroja, a green setting where the public can enjoy a free open-air musical picnic.

An eclectic and demanding program

Each edition offers a panorama of contemporary jazz, from vocal jazz to Latin jazz, including gypsy jazz and improvised music. The festival showcases both established artists and emerging talents, with ensembles ranging from trios to big bands. Jam sessions at the Écuries de Baroja extend the evenings in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.

Festival venues

• Théâtre Quintaou: 1 allée de Quintaou, 64600 Anglet — Concerts from Thursday to Saturday
• Parc de Baroja: Anglet — "Jazz sur l'herbe" day on Sunday
• Écuries de Baroja: Anglet — Nightly jam sessions

A festival rooted in its territory

The Anglet Jazz Festival contributes to the cultural influence of the city of Anglet and the Basque Country agglomeration. By offering a quality program in emblematic venues of the town, the festival participates in the animation of the cultural season and attracts a loyal audience each year, mixing locals and visitors from the Basque Coast.