13 recurring jazz jam sessions in Paris, sorted by night. We checked each one against the venue’s own website, calendar or ticket page on October 8, 2026. Jam nights move, so open the venue’s listing before you head out. New to jams? Read how to sit in. Another city? Search the whole map.
Monday jazz jams in Paris
Most Mondays
Sunside Monday Tribute and Jam
19h30
Sunside (Sunset-Sunside) · 60 rue des Lombards, 1er (Châtelet-Les Halles)
- Host: A different tribute band each Monday (Fabien Mary on 12 Oct, David Sauzay on 19 Oct, Les Blakettes on 26 Oct 2026)
- How it runs: The band plays two tribute sets to a jazz great (the second at 21h30), then the jam runs late. Doors open 45 minutes before.
- Cover: Free, but one drink required (first drink +€6, drinks from €5)
- For bass players: Fabien Marcoz plays double bass in the 12 Oct 2026 tribute band.
- Good to know: A few Mondays have no jam listed (none on 9 or 16 Nov 2026), so check the club's agenda first.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Every Monday
La Jam du Lundi
21h00
Le Baiser Salé · 58 Rue des Lombards, 1er (Châtelet-Les Halles)
- Host: François Constantin (percussion)
- How it runs: An opening concert sets the night's theme, then the jam is open to amateurs and pros. Book online up to 30 minutes before the start, or call 01 42 33 37 71.
- Style: Theme changes weekly (12 Oct 2026 is jazz fusion)
- For bass players: Noé Berne is on bass on 12 Oct 2026; the band changes weekly.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Most nights except Tuesday
Dissident Jazz+Jam
Check the venue for the time
The Dissident Club · 58 rue Richer, 9e (Grands Boulevards, Cadet)
- Host: A different duo or trio each night
- How it runs: The night's band plays an opening set, then it turns into an open jam. No reservations, and you can drop in at any point.
- Cover: Free, but a drink is required, with at least €5 for the musicians added to your first one
- Good to know: Start times change by night (19h00 on Sundays, up to 22h15 on Fridays and Saturdays), so check that night's listing.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Tuesday jazz jams in Paris
Every Tuesday
Mardi Jazz!
20h00
Le POPUP du Label (POPUP!) · 14, rue Abel, 12e (Gare de Lyon)
- Host: Stéphane Chandelier (drums) with a different band each week
- How it runs: The venue turns into a jazz club for the night, with a house trio or quartet leading the jam. Food and drinks are served.
- Cover: Free
- For bass players: Some weeks' bands include a double bassist (Yoni Zelnik on 13 Oct, Fabien Marcoz on 20 Oct 2026).
- Good to know: 18 and over only.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Wednesday jazz jams in Paris
Every Wednesday
Solène Cairoli Jazz Jam
23h00 to about 01h30
38Riv · 38 Rue de Rivoli, 4e (Marais, Hôtel de Ville)
- Host: Solène Cairoli
- How it runs: An opening set sets the mood, then the stage opens to players of every background, established and emerging. Presale tickets get priority entry until 23h30.
- Cover: Limited presale tickets; the venue page doesn't list a price
- For bass players: The host is a double bassist, and a double bass is provided.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Most nights except Tuesday
Dissident Jazz+Jam
Check the venue for the time
The Dissident Club · 58 rue Richer, 9e (Grands Boulevards, Cadet)
- Host: A different duo or trio each night
- How it runs: The night's band plays an opening set, then it turns into an open jam. No reservations, and you can drop in at any point.
- Cover: Free, but a drink is required, with at least €5 for the musicians added to your first one
- Good to know: Start times change by night (19h00 on Sundays, up to 22h15 on Fridays and Saturdays), so check that night's listing.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Thursday jazz jams in Paris
Every Thursday
Les Jeudis du CNSMDP
23h00 to about 01h30
38Riv · 38 Rue de Rivoli, 4e (Marais, Hôtel de Ville)
- Host: Students from the jazz department of the CNSMDP (the Paris Conservatoire)
- How it runs: The students open with a short concert, then it's an open jam. Presale tickets get priority entry until 23h30; after that, expect a queue if it's busy.
- Cover: Limited presale tickets; the venue page doesn't list a price
- For bass players: Double bass provided.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Most nights except Tuesday
Dissident Jazz+Jam
Check the venue for the time
The Dissident Club · 58 rue Richer, 9e (Grands Boulevards, Cadet)
- Host: A different duo or trio each night
- How it runs: The night's band plays an opening set, then it turns into an open jam. No reservations, and you can drop in at any point.
- Cover: Free, but a drink is required, with at least €5 for the musicians added to your first one
- Good to know: Start times change by night (19h00 on Sundays, up to 22h15 on Fridays and Saturdays), so check that night's listing.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Friday jazz jams in Paris
Every Friday
JASS Session
22h30 to 01h30
JASS CLUB · 141 Rue de Tolbiac, 13e (Tolbiac)
- How it runs: The club's Friday jazz jam, a meeting point for emerging and established players. A limited number of tickets are sold ahead, with more at the door.
- Cover: €5 presale; free for musicians
- For bass players: Double bass provided.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Every Friday and Saturday
Jam du Duc
23h30
Duc des Lombards · 42, rue des Lombards, 1er (Châtelet-Les Halles)
- Host: A different host each night (Paul Morvan on 9 and 17 Oct, Gaël Horellou on 10 Oct, Alex Monfort on 23 and 30 Oct 2026)
- How it runs: It starts after the club's second set, with that night's host trio leading. Seating is unreserved.
- Cover: €10
- For bass players: Host trios often include a double bassist (Gabriel Sauzay on 9 Oct 2026).
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Most nights except Tuesday
Dissident Jazz+Jam
Check the venue for the time
The Dissident Club · 58 rue Richer, 9e (Grands Boulevards, Cadet)
- Host: A different duo or trio each night
- How it runs: The night's band plays an opening set, then it turns into an open jam. No reservations, and you can drop in at any point.
- Cover: Free, but a drink is required, with at least €5 for the musicians added to your first one
- Good to know: Start times change by night (19h00 on Sundays, up to 22h15 on Fridays and Saturdays), so check that night's listing.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Saturday jazz jams in Paris
Occasional Saturdays
Django Celebration Jam
22h30
Sunset (Sunset-Sunside) · 60 rue des Lombards, 1er (Châtelet-Les Halles)
- Host: Alex Swing
- How it runs: A late session downstairs in the Sunset room. Doors open 45 minutes before.
- Style: Gypsy jazz (jazz manouche)
- Cover: Free, but one drink required (first drink +€6, drinks from €5)
- Good to know: It only runs on listed Saturdays (24 Oct and 21 Nov 2026 so far), and the start moves (22h30 on 24 Oct, 23h00 on 21 Nov), so check the club's agenda for the next date.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Every Saturday
JASS CLUB Saturday Jam
22h30 to 01h30
JASS CLUB · 141 Rue de Tolbiac, 13e (Tolbiac)
- Host: Changes weekly: collectif La Gélule (10 Oct, 7 Nov), Mokhtar Samba & The African Messengers (17 Oct), Abraham Réunion (24 Oct), Nicolas Giraud (31 Oct 2026)
- How it runs: A different band hosts each Saturday. A limited number of tickets are sold ahead, with more at the door.
- Style: Groove and jazz, afrobeat and jazz, or jazz and maloya, depending on the week
- Cover: €5 presale; free for musicians
- For bass players: Double bass provided.
- Good to know: Some Saturdays are closer to an afrobeat or maloya jam than straight jazz, so check that night's listing first.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Every Friday and Saturday
Jam du Duc
23h30
Duc des Lombards · 42, rue des Lombards, 1er (Châtelet-Les Halles)
- Host: A different host each night (Paul Morvan on 9 and 17 Oct, Gaël Horellou on 10 Oct, Alex Monfort on 23 and 30 Oct 2026)
- How it runs: It starts after the club's second set, with that night's host trio leading. Seating is unreserved.
- Cover: €10
- For bass players: Host trios often include a double bassist (Gabriel Sauzay on 9 Oct 2026).
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Every Saturday
38Riv Saturday Jazz Jam
23h59 to about 02h00
38Riv · 38 Rue de Rivoli, 4e (Marais, Hôtel de Ville)
- Host: Mailo Rakotonanahary on 10 Oct, then Zoot on 17, 24 and 31 Oct 2026
- How it runs: No opening set: the stage opens straight away to established and emerging players.
- Cover: €9, €6 reduced, free with the club's jammer card
- For bass players: Double bass provided.
- Good to know: It runs into early Sunday morning, and tickets are sold only at the door, while places last.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Most nights except Tuesday
Dissident Jazz+Jam
Check the venue for the time
The Dissident Club · 58 rue Richer, 9e (Grands Boulevards, Cadet)
- Host: A different duo or trio each night
- How it runs: The night's band plays an opening set, then it turns into an open jam. No reservations, and you can drop in at any point.
- Cover: Free, but a drink is required, with at least €5 for the musicians added to your first one
- Good to know: Start times change by night (19h00 on Sundays, up to 22h15 on Fridays and Saturdays), so check that night's listing.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Sunday jazz jams in Paris
Every Sunday
Échecs & Jam
17h00 to 21h00
JASS CLUB · 141 Rue de Tolbiac, 13e (Tolbiac)
- How it runs: A jazz jam with chess on the side: chess tournaments run alongside it through the ChessBar app.
- Cover: Pay what you want
- For bass players: Double bass provided.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Every Sunday
La Jam du Dimanche
20h30
Le Baiser Salé · 58 Rue des Lombards, 1er (Châtelet-Les Halles)
- Host: A different host each week (Maxence Leroy on 11 Oct, Dylan Choisi on 18 Oct, Caloé on 25 Oct 2026)
- How it runs: The host's band plays first, then it's an open jam where you're invited to improvise without hang-ups. Book online or call 01 42 33 37 71.
- Style: Theme varies with the host (11 Oct 2026 is jazz fusion)
- For bass players: Matis Cesaroni is on bass on 11 Oct 2026; the line-up changes weekly.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Most nights except Tuesday
Dissident Jazz+Jam
Check the venue for the time
The Dissident Club · 58 rue Richer, 9e (Grands Boulevards, Cadet)
- Host: A different duo or trio each night
- How it runs: The night's band plays an opening set, then it turns into an open jam. No reservations, and you can drop in at any point.
- Cover: Free, but a drink is required, with at least €5 for the musicians added to your first one
- Good to know: Start times change by night (19h00 on Sundays, up to 22h15 on Fridays and Saturdays), so check that night's listing.
Venue listing Checked October 8, 2026
Before you sit in
Jam etiquette
- A1Use the sign-up sheet if there is one, and ask to sit in. If a bassist is already on the stand, ask: “Hey, is it cool if I play?”
- A2Don’t push to the front. In Will’s words: “Don’t try to always be the first one to play. Don’t kick anybody off especially if nobody knows you.”
- A3Time your walk. When Will hears the band “playing the head out of the song,” that’s when he starts making his way up.
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FAQ
Which nights have jazz jams in Paris?
As of October 8, 2026, our list has jams on Monday (3), Tuesday (1), Wednesday (2), Thursday (2), Friday (3), Saturday (5) and Sunday (3). Check the venue listing on the day you go, since nights change.
How do I sit in at a jazz jam as a bass player?
Put your name on the sign-up sheet if there is one. If a bassist is already playing, ask if you can take a tune. Don’t try to go first every time, and don’t bump anyone. New York bassist Will Lyle starts walking toward the stand when he hears the band play the head out.
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