Want to party, boogie and listen to great music? Good news - Nice is coming alive this summer! Here is a selection of events which are not to be missed!
Dime On Fest (Nice)
What? Pop, rock & folk music festival
When? Sunday 29 May 2022, from 12:00 to 21:30.
Where? Jardin des Arènes de Cimiez, 184 avenue des Arènes de Cimiez.
How much? Free.
Questions? Here
This summer there will be music in the air once again! The Dime On Records label invites you to the Jardin des Arènes de Cimiez for a day of olé olé. On the program: bar & local catering (La Mignonnette, Ti Erwan, The Juice Box…), stands, games & entertainment and of course a lot of good sounds from the likes of Ma Saïsara, Elissa Lauper, Jude Todd, Coco, Adamé, Kitchies , Miranda Rikki, Medi and the medicine show… Are you ready to dance?
Le Festival des Nuits Carrées (Antibes)
What? Music festival (Hip-Hop, rock, garage, Punk, and electro)
When? from 23 June to 25 Juin 2022.
Where? Esplanade du Pré des Pêcheurs, Antibes.
How much? One evening €20, three evenings €51.
Questions ? Here
For its 16th edition the Nuits Carrées Festival settles on the esplanade of the Pré des Pêcheurs in Antibes. An exceptional place that hosts 3 live evenings mixing headliners and artistic nuggets: The Spitters, The Inspector Cluzo, Suicidal Tendencies, Chinese Man, Scratch Bandits Crew, Baja Frequencia, Youthstar… A bar, some good little dishes simmered by chef Lilian Bonnefoi and an ephemeral art gallery will make this moment unforgettable.
La Crème Festival (Villefranche-sur-mer)
What? Music festival (electro, pop, French songs, etc.)
When? From 24 June to 26 June 2022.
Where? Villefranche-sur-mer.
How much? 3 day pass €70.
Questions ? Here
For its 3rd edition La Crème Festival hits hard. Three days and three nights of music and activities – set between Darse beach and the Citadel – in a resolutely “French Riviera” spirit. On the menu : sunny dj-sets, petanque aperitifs, vintage markets, sea trips, yoga classes and a good dose of treats. The finger food stands will focus on local gastronomy (a “sea barbecue” lovingly prepared by Juan Arbelaez and a Pan Bagnat Championship of the County of Nice), all to be washed down with natural wines of course. Festival-goers will also be able to count on one of the most cutting-edge line-ups since Emma Peters, Dabeull, Charlotte Fever, Breakbot & Irfane and even Mr Giscard will be there.
Les Nuits du sud (Vence)
What? French sons, pop and electro.
When? from 8 to 23 July 2022.
Where? Place du Grand Jardin, Vence.
How much? From €17.
Questions? Here
From July 8th to 23rd there will be a party in the Place du Grand Jardin in Vence with exceptional and eclectic concerts. The team has grown this year with the arrival of new supporters for example Radio Nova and Rock en Seine. Between modernity and tradition, the festival will honour music from here and elsewhere; Benjamin Biolay, Camelia Jordana, Bob Sinclar, Lilly Wood and the Prick and the DJ duo Bob Sinclar and Pedro Winter will notably be there.
Jazz Festival (Nice)
What? Festival de musique jazz, funck et rock
When? From15 July to 19 July 2022.
Where? Place Masséna & Théâtre de Verdure.
How much? From €45.
Questions? Here
It is on Place Masséna and at the Théâtre de Verdure – just a few meters from the Mediterranean – that this jazz festival is organised. From July 15th to 19th 2022 you’ll find the best of jazz at outdoor concerts: Celeste, H.E.R, Cimafunk, Iggy Pop, The Brooks, Ibrahim Maalouf, Curtis Harding… On the program are 5 evenings and 30 groups of national & international stature.
Les Plages électroniques (Cannes)
What? Electro music
When? From 5th to 7th August 2022.
Where? Palais des festivals et des congrès, 1 boulevard de la Croisette, Cannes.
How much? 1 day €50 (without rental costs); 3 days €120 (without rental costs).
Questions? Here
It is one of the flagship spots of the electro scene. After two years of waiting “Les Plages Electroniques de Cannes” is back in force. On the program: 3 days of celebration, 15 hours of non-stop music, 40,000m2 of dancefloor, 4 stages, 3 after-parties until 5:00 am and more than 60 guest artists. A sharp selection of artists awaits you: Martin Garrix, Damso, Kungs, Reinier Zonneveld live, Giorgia Angiuli live and Makoto san.
Le Festival Crossover (Nice)
What? Music Festival.
When? From 8th to 11th September 2022.
Where? Théâtre de Verdure, Jardin Albert Premier.
How much? 1 day €35 – €38.
Questions? Here
Want to dance a few meters from the beach? That’s good as the Crossover Festival returns from September 8th to 11th 2022 at the Théâtre de Verdure with its great selection of artists. Four days of celebration in the heart of Nice await festival-goers with a program at the crossroads between urban and electro.
By Louise Ballongue / Photos : La Crème Festival, Nice Jazz Festival, Dime On Fest, Le Festival des Nuits carrées, Les Plages électroniques, Les Nuits du Sud (Vence), ©[Elec]/123RF, Festival Crossover…
