Jazz in Marciac 2016

Jazz In Marciac is a renowned jazz festival held annually in the small town of Marciac, in southwestern France. The festival was first launched in 1978 and has since grown into one of the most significant jazz festivals in Europe.

The festival usually takes place over several weeks in the summer, typically from late July to mid-August. It attracts some of the biggest names in jazz from around the world, and the performances are held in various venues around the town, including the town square and a specially constructed 5000-seat concert tent known as the Chapiteau. In addition to the concerts, Jazz In Marciac also includes a variety of other activities, such as masterclasses, exhibitions, film screenings, and more, all focused on celebrating and promoting jazz music.