Karaoke
Host-led, sound-adjusted in real time and with lyrics screens facing the singers, the karaoke here feels closer to a stage slot than a background activity.
Live music bar in Nice
Live music bar in Nice: concerts, jams and karaoke in Old Nice
Les Folies d'Edmonde brings several music formats together inside the same 17th-century cellar at 16 rue Benoît Bunico in Nice Old Town. People come here as much for a well-run karaoke night as for a U.NICE.ON jam session, a one-off concert, a music quiz or a DJ set, with the stage, bar and audience kept close together.
A human-scale live cellar
What makes the venue stand out is its scale. In this vaulted cellar, capacity stays compact and the stage remains close to the audience. The point is not to imitate a large concert hall; it is to offer a more direct listening setup that suits intimate concerts, jams and music-led evenings.
Live formats
U.NICE.ON jam session
Once a month on Monday evenings, the U.NICE.ON collective takes over artistic direction of the cellar. Jazz, funk and soul meet in a format open to more than one level of experience.
Concerts & evenings
Themed concerts, flamenco, drag shows, stand-up or music quiz nights keep the program varied and bring in artists from the Nice and regional scene.
DJ sets
Later in the evening, the cellar can switch to a more dance-focused format. The room keeps its intimate scale, but the energy shifts from concert to dancefloor.
Groups & private hire
The cellar can be privately hired for up to 50 guests depending on layout. Birthdays, team nights, bachelorette parties or private celebrations work especially well when you want a music-led evening without losing the cocktail-bar feel.
Cocktails & dining
On live music nights, the cocktail list remains a central part of the experience. The André and La Ginette are among the house signatures, and partner restaurants OKA Nice, Fish Bar 2.0 and Etna Rosso can serve directly at your table in the cellar.
Live music FAQ
What types of live music are programmed at Les Folies d'Edmonde?
Karaoke, U.NICE.ON jam sessions, themed concerts, music quiz nights and DJ sets. Check the agenda for the exact date.
Is there an entry fee on live music nights?
Usually not. Entry is generally free unless the agenda states otherwise.
Can we book a table for a concert night?
Yes. Booking is recommended on the busiest nights, especially for concerts and groups.
Is there live music every night?
No. Music nights rotate through the calendar. Check the agenda to see which format is scheduled.
Can artists apply to perform at Les Folies d'Edmonde?
Yes. For a concert or collaboration, contact the team with a short description of your project. For the jam session, simply introduce yourself to U.NICE.ON on the night.
Contact
See the program
The program is refreshed every two weeks. Karaoke, live music, jam sessions, drag nights, and other lively formats return regularly in the cellar, with about one DJ night a month. Exact dates and timings are shown on each event listing.
Book a table
For 1–20 guests, book a table for drinks, a birthday, or a night out in Nice Old Town.
Karaoke in Nice
At Les Folies d'Edmonde, you don't sing in a corner: you take the stage. A 17th-century vaulted cellar in Nice Old Town, warm lighting, a dedicated host, house cocktails — and free choice from over 10,000 songs. A karaoke night staged like a cabaret.
Jam session in Nice
In Nice, a jam session is never just a concert. It is a stage that opens up, musicians answering each other, the audience close by, and sometimes a song changing direction halfway through. This guide keeps the useful jam calendar for Nice, with venue and organizer links to check before going out.
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Practical info
Address
16 rue Benoît Bunico, 06300 Nice, France
Hours
Every day: 6:00 pm – 12:30 am
Payment methods
Apple Pay, Contactless Payment, Eurocard/Mastercard, Cash, Visa, American Express, Debit Card