Karaoke
A host, sound adjusted live, screens turned toward the singers: here, karaoke means taking the stage.
Live music bar in Nice
Live music bar in Nice: jazz, concerts, jam and karaoke in Old Nice
Les Folies d'Edmonde brings several kinds of music together beneath the vault of the same 17th-century cellar, at 16 rue Benoît Bunico in Nice Old Town. People come for karaoke led by a host, a U.NICE.ON jam session, an occasional concert, a music trivia night or a DJ set; the stage, the bar and the audience are only a few steps apart.
A cellar on a human scale
Beneath the vault, capacity is kept deliberately small and the stage sits right beside the audience. You hear the musicians up close, which suits intimate concerts, jams and evenings where the music sets the tone.
Music nights
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.
Jazz nights & concerts
Themed concerts, flamenco, drag shows, stand-up or music trivia: the program changes from one night to the next and welcomes artists from the local and regional scene.
DJ sets
Late in the evening, the cellar sometimes turns to dancing. It keeps its intimate scale, but the spirit is then more club than concert.
Groups & private hire
The cellar can be booked privately for up to 50 guests, depending on the layout. A bachelorette party, a birthday, an afterwork or a team night out: the venue suits a music-filled evening that keeps the spirit of a cocktail bar.
Cocktails & mocktails
On live music nights, the whole menu is served: house creations, great classics, mocktails and alcohol-free versions. Among our creations is the Ginette (Mezcal, Tequila, Mango juice, Lemon juice, Vanilla syrup, Magic velvet). No kitchen on site, but the neighboring restaurants OKA Nice, Fish Bar 2.0 and Etna Rosso deliver to the cellar every day.
Live music FAQ
What types of live music are programmed at Les Folies d'Edmonde?
Karaoke, U.NICE.ON jam sessions, themed concerts, music trivia nights and DJ sets. The calendar gives the exact date.
Is there an entry fee on live music nights?
Usually not: entry is free unless the calendar says 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. The music program changes from date to date; the calendar shows which night 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 and other themed nights return regularly to the cellar, with a DJ set about once a month. Each event lists its exact date and time.
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, karaoke means taking the stage. A 17th-century vaulted cellar in the heart of Nice Old Town, warm lighting, a host to lead the evening, the house cocktails and over 10,000 songs to choose from, in a room that feels closer to a cabaret.
Jam session in Nice
A jam session is never quite a concert. A stage opens up, musicians answer one another, the audience is close by, and a song sometimes changes direction halfway through. This guide gathers the jam calendar for Nice, with links to the venues and organizers, to check before you head 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
Cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Maestro), contactless, Apple Pay, Google Pay, cash