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Live Music Bars & Clubs in Provence — 4 of Our Favourites

Find your perfect Provence bar, shortlisted by our local experts

Provence may not be the first place that comes to mind for wild nights out but along with many Mediterranean destinations, the hot climate forces people out onto the terraces late into the night creating a warm and friendly nightlife scene.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Provence Nightlife Guide.

Mistral Nighclub, Aix-en-Provence interior

1. Mistral Nighclub

Location
Aix-en-Provence

The Mistral is Aix-en-Provence's answer to those looking for a trendy night out listening to the latest DJ's.

This cosy 700 person capacity club is open from midnight until 6am and has free & paid evenings. Every Tuesday is ladies night where entry is free and drinks are free for ladies up until midnight. They play 70s & 80s classic hits on a Thursday night.

Keep an eye on their website or Facebook page for up dates on events and to find out which DJs are coming to town.

Ajmi Jazz & Musique Improvisee, Avignon interior

2. Ajmi Jazz Club

Location
Avignon

The Ajmi has played host to numerous talented international Jazz artists, and the Ajmi is classed as one of the top 3 jazz venues in France and is located in the heart of Avignon next to the beautiful Palais des Papes.

Live concerts are held at least once a week and more over the summer months.

Le Scat Club, Aix-en-Provence interior

3. Le Scat Nightclub

Location
Aix-en-Provence

The Scat Club plays live music every night, and not just jazz the club plays pop, rock, funk and R'n'B.

There is a second room in the club where they have DJ's and a dance floor in a more typical night club style, where you can dance until dawn.

Free entry during the week. open from Tuesday to Saturday from 23:00 until 06:00.

La Cave des Pas Sages, Avignon exterior

4. La Cave des Pas Sages

Location
Avignon

Small wine bar situated in one of the cobbled streets of Avignon that hosts regular market stalls.

Live music and a good selcetion of local Provencal wines on offer. Has a great atmosphere!