Jazz à Vienne
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Edition 2025 — Jazz à Vienne
The 44th edition of Jazz à Vienne took place from June 26 to July 11, 2025, bringing together 220,000 spectators for 173 concerts over more than fifteen days. Among the headliners: Ben Harper, Michael Kiwanuka, Kassav', Dee Dee Bridgewater, Jamie Cullum, Parov Stelar, Kamasi Washington, Dianne Reeves, Madeleine Peyroux, and Tiken Jah Fakoly. The edition focused on creation with four exclusive concerts.
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44th Edition — Jazz à Vienne 2025
The 44th edition of Jazz à Vienne took place from June 26 to July 11, 2025, confirming the festival as one of the major musical events of the summer in France. With 220,000 spectators and 173 concerts spread over more than fifteen days, the festival once again exceeded its attendance goals.
Headliners at the Antique Theatre
The 2025 lineup featured internationally renowned artists in the majestic setting of the Antique Theatre:
- Ben Harper & Mountain Men (July 6) — sold out from the moment tickets went on sale
- Michael Kiwanuka with Lusaint (July 3)
- Kassav' (July 5)
- Dee Dee Bridgewater
- Jamie Cullum with Dominique Fils-Aimé (July 10)
- Parov Stelar
- Kamasi Washington
- Dianne Reeves with Madeleine Peyroux and Célia Kameni (July 8) — vocal jazz night
- Meshell Ndegeocello
- Avishai Cohen Quintet
- Dhafer Youssef
- Tiken Jah Fakoly with Seun Kuti (July 11) — All Night closing night
Gypsy Jazz Night
On June 28, an exceptional evening dedicated to Gypsy jazz brought together Biréli Lagrène, Martin Taylor, Ulf Wakenius, and Thomas Dutronc.
Exclusive Creations
The 2025 edition stood out with four original creations designed specifically for the festival:
- Anne Paceo — "Atlantis" in collaboration with the Conservatoire de Lyon
- Ben l'Oncle Soul with 14 singers from the Gospel Philharmonic Experience
- Jeanne Michard — young audience creation
- Diaspora Lyannaj — unprecedented Franco-Brazilian collaboration
Jardins de Cybèle and Free Stages
The free stage at the Jardins de Cybèle was a major success this year, attracting large crowds throughout the festival with concerts starting at midday. Artists such as Thee Sacred Souls, Goldlink, Rejjie Snow, Dabeull, and Ben l'Oncle Soul were featured there.
Programme
Antique Theatre Program 2025
- June 26: Opening Night
- June 28: Gypsy Jazz Night — Biréli Lagrène, Martin Taylor, Ulf Wakenius, Thomas Dutronc
- July 3: Michael Kiwanuka, Lusaint
- July 5: Kassav'
- July 6: Ben Harper & Mountain Men
- July 8: Vocal Jazz Night — Dianne Reeves, Madeleine Peyroux, Célia Kameni
- July 10: Jamie Cullum, Dominique Fils-Aimé
- July 11: All Night — Seun Kuti, Tiken Jah Fakoly, Nana Benz du Togo, BCUC, NickyB, Ninanda
Other Stages
- Jardins de Cybèle: Free concerts from noon — Thee Sacred Souls, Goldlink, Rejjie Snow, Dabeull, Ben l'Oncle Soul
- Le Club: Intimate evening stage
- Jazz on the City: Concerts in Vienne's cafés and restaurants
Highlights
Highlights of the 2025 Edition
- 220,000 spectators — attendance slightly up, exceeding targets
- 173 concerts over more than fifteen days, three-quarters of which were free
- Ben Harper: sold out from the moment tickets went on sale
- July 11 All Night: memorable closing night with Seun Kuti and Tiken Jah Fakoly
- 4 exclusive creations including Anne Paceo's "Atlantis" and Diaspora Lyannaj
- Jardins de Cybèle: resounding success of the free stage
- Artistic Director Guillaume Anger: "Beautiful concert moments, successful creations"
Prices
From 6.00€ — 65.00€
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Where does it take place — Jazz à Vienne
Théâtre Antique de Vienne
7, rue du Cirque, 38200 Vienne