Barrière Enghien Jazz Festival 2017, the ultimate music event from 5 to 9 July

Eclectic artists, a stage floating on the lake, concerts at the Casino theatre and at Jardins des Roses, Barrière Enghien Jazz Festival is back with an exceptional music line-up that’s sure to get this lakeside town bopping. All types of jazz and music trends stemming from jazz will feature at the festival with some of the biggest names in the industry performing.

Music takes centre stage at the Barrière Enghien Jazz Festival

Reggae, funk, soul and blues, these five days of legend are one of summer’s cultural highlights, attracting acts like Pink Martini, Morcheeba, Marcus Miller, Sean Paul, Jimmy Cliff, Ben l'Oncle Soul and Macy Gray who will give top class performances in front of an eager crowd.

The main stage of the festival fronts Enghien lake to give the crowd a truly magical experience. © DR 

An array of talented music bands who have played over the past 15 years at the festival will all be on the bill. © DR 

Music and gastronomy, the perfect duet

To enjoy it all, you may as well grab a table on the terrace at Fouquet’s and savour the set menu at 36 €. Similar to the one located on the Champs-Elysées, the decor features chandeliers, woodwork, red leather studded seats and Harcourt portraits of the big names in showbiz. All of this is topped off by talented chef, Pierre Gagnaire’s culinary delights. The three Michelin-starred chef has created a menu of great food that pairs perfectly with great music.

Between performances, take the time to visit the casino and see all the games ! © DR 

During this renowned festival, the terrace at Fouquet’s will be the top dining destination among artists and celebrities. © DR