This is a complete guide to Les Nuits Guitares — for a few years billed as Beaulieu la Nuit — the music festival held in Beaulieu-sur-Mer, including the location, ticketing, insider information, and showtimes.
Every summer, the French Riviera gathers for three nights of soulful music as they enjoy the beauty of Beaulieu-sur-Mer. Les Nuits Guitares started in the year 2000 (it was billed as Beaulieu la Nuit for the 2024 edition, then returned to its original name in 2026) and is an annual event set in the unique setting of the Garden of Olives, a picturesque park surrounded by olive trees.
The festival focuses on Caribbean zouk, Franco-Cuban, jazz, blues, acoustic, soul, etc. Fresh and original music is always its center. ‘Eclectic’ is the word to describe this music festival. The festival caters to all ages by being diverse.
Due to the success of the event, great names such as Popa Chubby, Joe Satriani, Lucky Peterson, Calvin Russell, John Butler, Larry Carlton, Calypso Rose, have followed one another in performing.
Food trucks and a bar offer meals and refreshments.
Video of Les Nuits Guitares
Les Nuits Guitares Event Details
Event Type: Music Festival
Frequency: Annual
Date: 2, 3 & 4 July 2027, announced on the official site. The festival returned in July 2026 under its original name, Les Nuits Guitares, after the 2025 edition was cancelled for lack of funding.
Timing: Doors open at 6pm and the concerts start at 6.30pm
Tickets: In 2026, a 1-day pass was €25 and a 3-day pass €60. You can buy tickets here.
Contact Details: Tourist Office: +33493010221
Social Media: Facebook and Instagram
Website: Official website
Location: Le Jardin de l’Olivaie, Beaulieu-sur-Mer
How to Get to Les Nuits Guitares
By Plane: Beaulieu-sur-Mer is 6 kilometers west of the Nice Airport.
By Car: In a car, you must follow Basse Corniche to reach the center.
By Bus: #81 Bus has a daily route from Nice. #100 Bus runs from Nice, and stops at the town, then also goes to Ezé and Monaco.
By Train: It is on the TER line 4 that runs from Nice to Menton.
