Couleurs Jazz Festival

The Couleurs Jazz Festival: Three Weeks of Jazz in Lons-le-Saunier

For over a decade, the Couleurs Jazz Festival has illuminated the city of Lons-le-Saunier every May. Organized at Le Boeuf sur le Toit, Place du Maréchal Juin, this festival has established itself as one of the major jazz events in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté, offering an eclectic program that spans all colors of jazz.

A Program Between Headliners and Discoveries

The festival alternates concerts by international renown with discoveries from the regional scene. The 13th edition in 2025 notably featured Pink Martini, Eric Serra & RXRA Group, and Sarah Lenka, alongside emerging artists like Boca no Beco, Ornicar, Matsutake, Fleuves, Chocho Cannelle, and Skokiaan Brass Band.

More Than a Festival: A Complete Jazz Experience

The Couleurs Jazz Festival goes far beyond simple concerts. It offers a jazz village with exhibitions and meetings, masterclasses led by guest artists, jam sessions open to amateur and professional musicians, a live radio show, a vinyl disco for lovers of analog sounds, and after parties to extend the celebration.

The Jazz Workshop and the Jazz Marathon

The festival includes a three-day jazz workshop that allows musicians of all levels to improve their skills with experienced artists. The Jazz Marathon, a highlight of the festival, offers a full day of consecutive concerts in a friendly and festive atmosphere.

The Resto Jazz

A unique feature of the festival, the Resto Jazz combines local gastronomy with live music for evenings where both taste buds and ears are celebrated. Le Boeuf sur le Toit transforms into a jazz club with a warm atmosphere where musicians and the public mingle in rare proximity.

Strong Local Roots

The Couleurs Jazz Festival relies on a network of passionate volunteers and the support of local authorities to offer a quality event accessible to the widest audience. Prices are intentionally kept reasonable, and many concerts are free, making the festival a true tool for cultural democratization.