Nice Jazz Festival

77th Edition: RAYE, -M-, and Polo & Pan Light Up the Côte d'Azur

The 77th edition of the Nice Jazz Festival took place from July 24th to 27th, 2025, bringing together over twenty French and international artists on the two iconic stages of Masséna and the Théâtre de Verdure. The program once again showcased the festival's musical openness, blending jazz, pop, electro, hip-hop, and soul.

Headlining the edition, British singer RAYE, adorned with her six Brit Awards, delivered a memorable performance. -M- (Matthieu Chedid) electrified the Place Masséna with his infectious energy, while the duo Polo & Pan transported the audience into their dreamlike electro-pop universe. American producer Mustard, rapper Freddie Gibbs, and legendary guitarist John Scofield completed a remarkable lineup.

The pure jazz segment was represented by Avishai Cohen, the world-renowned Israeli double bassist, China Moses, Sullivan Fortner, Daoud, and EarthGang. The festive village La Merenda, hosted by JoeyStarr, the late-night after-parties, and the Kids Club enriched the festival experience.

• RAYE, British phenomenon with six Brit Awards, headlining
• -M- (Matthieu Chedid) in concert on Place Masséna
• Polo & Pan for an electro-pop evening under the stars
• John Scofield and Avishai Cohen for the jazz segment
• La Merenda festive village hosted by JoeyStarr
• Kids Club for families