Archéo Jazz
Jazz at the heart of a Gallo-Roman archaeological site in Normandy
About Archéo Jazz
A festival born in the ruins of a medieval castle
The story of Archéo Jazz began in 1977, when a handful of jazz and heritage enthusiasts decided to organize concerts in the heart of the ruins of the medieval castle of Blainville-Crevon, built in the 11th century on a feudal motte. This exceptional archaeological site, which preserves remarkable remains from the 15th and 16th centuries as well as traces of Gallo-Roman occupation, offers a unique natural and historical setting in France for a music festival. Nearly fifty years later, Archéo Jazz has become one of the oldest jazz festivals in Normandy and one of the major cultural events in Seine-Maritime.
An eclectic program between jazz, funk, soul, and world music
While jazz remains the DNA of the festival, Archéo Jazz has broadened its musical palette over the years to embrace funk, soul, blues, bossa nova, and world music. The castle stages have hosted legendary artists such as Al Di Meola, Roberto Fonseca, Hugh Coltman, Keziah Jones, Eagle-Eye Cherry, Alain Souchon, and Asaf Avidan. Each year, the festival offers four evenings of concerts at the end of June, bringing together several thousand spectators in a friendly and intimate atmosphere, far from large impersonal gatherings.
An exceptional archaeological site as a backdrop
The Château de Blainville-Crevon is more than just a concert venue: it's a true journey through time. Festival-goers discover a listed site where medieval moats, curtain walls, and archaeological remains unearthed during excavation campaigns mingle. Just fifteen minutes from Rouen, this magical place transforms each concert into a total sensory experience, where music resonates between the centuries-old stones under the starry sky of the Crevon valley.
A festival driven by volunteer commitment
Archéo Jazz owes its existence and longevity to the commitment of numerous volunteers who, year after year, bring this event to life with passion. This human and associative dimension gives the festival a warm and authentic atmosphere, where artists and the public come together in a spirit of sharing and musical discovery. The festival also contributes to the valorization of the archaeological heritage of Blainville-Crevon, drawing attention to this remarkable site in the Crevon valley.
Archéo Jazz — edition 2026
The 47th edition of Archéo Jazz takes place from June 24 to 27, 2026, at the medieval castle of Blainville-Crevon. Four evenings of concerts under a big top featuring Keziah Jones, Eagle-Eye Cherry, José James, Sinclair, Roberto Fonseca & Vincent Ségal, Al Di Meola, Célia Kameni, and Asaf Avidan as headliners, complemented by free open-air concerts starting at 6 PM.
Archéo Jazz 2026 — 47th edition
For its 47th edition, Archéo Jazz once again takes over the ruins of the medieval castle of Blainville-Crevon from June 24 to 27, 2026. The festival offers four evenings under a big top, bringing together 2,400 festival-goers each night, with a program that blends jazz, funk, soul, chanson, and world music. Each evening, free open-air concerts by regional groups kick off the festivities from 6 PM, before the headliners perform under the big top starting at 9 PM.
Artists of the 2026 edition
The 2026 program brings together eight leading artists:
- Keziah Jones — The Nigerian guitarist, inventor of blufunk, a blend of blues and acoustic funk, recognizable by his unique percussive guitar playing.
- Eagle-Eye Cherry — The Swedish singer-songwriter, son of trumpeter Don Cherry, globally known for his hit «Save Tonight» and his mixed folk-pop.
- José James — American vocalist at the crossroads of jazz, hip-hop, and soul, acclaimed for his covers of Bill Withers and his albums on Blue Note.
- Sinclair — Essential French artist of the French-speaking soul and R&B scene, author of the classic «Supernova,» who revisits his successes on stage with energy.
- Roberto Fonseca & Vincent Ségal — The Cuban pianist and the French cellist unite Afro-Cuban jazz and chamber music in an enchanting duo with the colors of Havana.
- Al Di Meola — American virtuoso guitarist, a legend of jazz fusion, famous for his collaborations with John McLaughlin and Paco de Lucía on the album «Friday Night in San Francisco».
- Célia Kameni — Franco-Cameroonian singer revealed by her powerful voice and her blend of soul, jazz, and African influences, a rising star of the French scene.
- Asaf Avidan — Israeli singer-songwriter with a unique voice, propelled by the global success of «One Day / Reckoning Song,» navigating between folk, rock, and blues.
Programme Archéo Jazz 2026
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Free open-air concerts from 6 PM (regional groups)
- 9:00 PM — Keziah Jones
- 10:45 PM — Eagle-Eye Cherry
Thursday, June 25, 2026
Free open-air concerts from 6 PM (regional groups)
- 9:00 PM — José James
- 10:30 PM — Sinclair
Friday, June 26, 2026
Free open-air concerts from 6 PM (regional groups)
- 9:00 PM — Roberto Fonseca & Vincent Ségal
- 10:45 PM — Al Di Meola
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Free open-air concerts from 6 PM (regional groups)
- 9:00 PM — Célia Kameni
- 10:30 PM — Asaf Avidan
All concerts under the big top — site opens at 5 PM — food available on site from 6 PM.
Highlights Archéo Jazz 2026
- Keziah Jones and Eagle-Eye Cherry for a funk and folk-pop opening night
- Roberto Fonseca & Vincent Ségal, Afro-Cuban jazz and cello duo
- Al Di Meola, living legend of jazz fusion guitar
- Asaf Avidan closing the festival
- Free open-air concerts every evening from 6 PM
- Unique setting: the ruins of the medieval castle of Blainville-Crevon
Prices Archéo Jazz 2026
Practical information — Archéo Jazz
Access
Location: Château médiéval de Blainville-Crevon, 76116 Blainville-Crevon, Seine-Maritime, Normandie.
How to get there
By car: 18 km north-east of Rouen via the D928 or RN 31, 110 km from Paris via the D 6014. 1,500 free parking spaces in the adjacent field, supervised by volunteers throughout the evening. Dedicated motorcycle parking with kickstands near the entrance. Carpooling possible via Covoiturage76.
By train: Rouen Rive Droite SNCF station (TGV from Paris in 1h20), then bus or car connection to Blainville-Crevon.
Accessibility
The site is accessible to people with reduced mobility: reserved parking at the site entrance, dedicated PRM toilet installed in a fitted bungalow (since 2019), accessible catering counter.
Catering
On-site catering from 6 PM: hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, fries, grilled food, pastries. Tables set up with a view of the medieval ruins. Payment by card, cheque or cash (ATM in the village centre). Reusable cups 1 € deposit (eco-responsible approach).
Regulations
Food and drinks not allowed under the marquee (security). Dogs not allowed under the marquee. Bulky luggage prohibited (Vigipirate security plan). Visual bag check at the entrance. Unnumbered seating under the marquee (free seating).
Ticketing
Online ticketing on archeojazz.com (via Weezevent) and physical points of sale (FNAC, France Billet, Ticketmaster). Reservation recommended, evenings often sell out (2,400 seats per night).
Advice
Bring warm clothing: the temperature drops in the evening. Nearby accommodation: consult the Trois Vallées, Gîtes Normandie 76 and Seine-Maritime Tourisme websites.
Contact
Website: archeojazz.com
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 02 35 34 24 82
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Where does it take place — Archéo Jazz
Château médiéval de Blainville-Crevon
Château médiéval de Blainville-Crevon, 76116 Blainville-Crevon