Jazz sur les Places

Jazz sur les Places: Jazz in the Heart of Vieux Lyon

Created in 2009 by Philippe Dechèvre, Jazz sur les Places is a free open-air jazz festival that has become a must-attend event for the start of the season in Lyon. Every September, Place Benoît Crépu, in the historic Saint-Georges district in the heart of Vieux Lyon, transforms into an open-air concert stage hosting about ten jazz ensembles.

An Exceptional Heritage Setting

Place Benoît Crépu offers a unique setting for listening to jazz: bordered by Renaissance facades, at the foot of the Fourvière hill, and a stone's throw from the Palais de Justice footbridge, it forms a natural amphitheater in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage site. The open-air concerts benefit from remarkable acoustics and a warm atmosphere, between restaurant terraces and historic cobblestones.

A Varied and High-Quality Jazz Program

Jazz sur les Places offers an eclectic program exploring all facets of jazz: gypsy jazz, modern jazz, swing, tango, blues... The festival showcases both musicians from the Lyon scene and invited national artists. Each edition features about ten concerts spread over a long weekend in September.

A Unifying Neighborhood Festival

Jazz sur les Places was born from the desire to create a festive and unifying event in the Saint-Georges district, bringing together residents, shopkeepers, and visitors around music. Driven by the Jazz sur les Places association, based at 25 rue Tramassac in the 5th arrondissement, the festival operates thanks to the commitment of passionate volunteers and the support of local economic stakeholders.

A Committed Economic Model

To maintain free concerts in September, the association organizes paid concerts throughout the year in partner venues, contributing to the festival's financing. This model allows for continued free and popular access to jazz music, in a spirit of sharing and conviviality.