Rive Jazzy, the festival organised by the “Association of the Quartier de Rive” by Nyon’s lakeside celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. This festival offers 18 free open air concerts on Friday, Saturday and Sundays (apart from Paléo week) between July 5th and August 4th. There will also be special 20th Anniversary concerts on August 16th, 17th and 18th and a Gala Night on 24 August. See the 2013 programme here and check out the different venues
Photo above – The crowd listening to a Rive Jazzy evening in a previous year
The festival is dedicated to traditional jazz, swing, latin and other kinds of music. The concerts only take place only in good weather and are usually postponed or cancelled in case of rain. The bands and artists perform on small stages which are usually positioned next to restaurants or bars so you can listen to the music at the same time as having a drink or a meal. Perfect!