The annual Paris Jazz Festival opens this weekend in the beautiful Parc Floral. Concerts take place every Saturday and Sunday through July. Last year, more than 140,000 jazz lovers attended the events, which are free, with park admission. The 2010 lineup includes famed Scandinavian sax player Jan Garbarek, five female groups/singers, blues & soul bands, German techno, and groups from the Middle East and Africa. The last weekend (July 31 and August 1) brings together a unique blend of jazz and classical.The Parc Floral, a lovely botanical garden with four distinct landscaped areas and displays of flowers and rare plants, is located on the Esplanade du Château in Vincennes. A tranquil lake, sculpture garden, an “exotarium” with exotic fish and reptiles, and children’s playground make it a favorite destination on weekends.
There are 1,500 seats available for the jazz concerts and early arrival is recommended. Concerts are held at 3 p.m. and 4:30 both weekend days. There are some exceptions, so be sure to check the website: www. parisjazzfestival.fr
DATES: June 12 – August 1, 2010 (weekends only
PARK HOURS: 9:30 am to 8:00 pm daily
PARK ENTRANCE FEE: 5€ (adult); 2.50€ (ages 7-25); under 7 free
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