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Jazz'Opale Festival 2026: jazz festival in Neufchâtel-Hardelot, France
The Jazz'Opale Festival transforms Neufchâtel-Hardelot, a seaside resort on the Opal Coast, into the capital of vocal and instrumental jazz from June 17 to 21, 2026. This spring gathering brings together 12 artists for five days of concerts between timeless standards and contemporary creations.
The 2026 edition celebrates French singer-songwriters with Michel Jonasz, a historic figure of jazz-tinged chanson française, and Dany Brillant, ambassador of Francophone swing. Female jazz vocals shine with singers Anne Ducros and Tullia Morand.
The programme also explores soul territories with Jean Yves d'Angelo, and pays tribute to Frank Sinatra with the Sinatra 110th Anniversary Tribute. The lineup also includes The Swing Birds, Allegria and Verb for a programme between tradition and renewal.
From June 17 to 21, 2026, Neufchâtel-Hardelot resonates with jazz and swing. Check the programme and book your seats for this seaside edition.
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❓FAQ
Which edition of the Jazz'Opale Festival is this?
2026 is the 4th edition of the JOF, held in Neufchâtel-Hardelot on France's Côte d'Opale. It is also a turning point: after three editions run by the town, the festival becomes an independent association.
What are the dates and duration?
The festival runs from 17 to 21 June 2026, that is five evenings and nine concerts at the Salle Saint Andrews of the Hôtel du Parc, plus free "JOF en Ville" concerts around town.
What time do doors open?
Doors open at 8pm with free seating (unnumbered places). The on-site box office at the Hôtel du Parc opens at 7:30pm, subject to availability.
What is the nearest train station?
Neufchâtel-Hardelot station is 10 minutes away. The Calais Fréthun TGV-Eurostar station (links to Lille, Paris, London, Brussels) is 30 minutes away, and Le Touquet airport is 15 km away.
