The Jazz Room
In 19 days
For one evening, La Douche Froide turns into a little corner of New Orleans with The Jazz Room. On stage, talented musicians and singers blend carefully chosen classic hits with spontaneous improvisation, that fine balance that captures the free spirit of jazz. Saxophone, trumpet and friends carry you back to the origins of this iconic genre, between ragtime, brass and blues. A chic, intimate setting, a cocktail at the bar and standards such as "When the Saints Go Marching In" and "Hello Dolly": the perfect escape for an evening that blends fun and sophistication, right in the heart of Metz.
A journey to New Orleans
A live "hot jazz" set blending ragtime, brass and blues, with saxophone, trumpet and spontaneous improvisation.
A few tunes on the setlist
"St. James Infirmary," "When the Saints Go Marching In," "On the Sunny Side of the Street," "Basin St. Blues," "Hello Dolly" and many more.
La Douche Froide: a small room where you listen on your feet
At 11 rue des Augustins, on the stretch linking place Saint-Thiébault and avenue Foch, La Douche Froide combines a bar, a concert stage and club nights. The compact room puts the audience very close to the musicians, and its programme goes beyond jazz: one concert, for example, was co-organised with the Musica festival. The Jazz Room follows a clear format: standing tickets with no seating, over-18s only, drinks extra. Doors close when the session starts, so arrive 20 to 30 minutes early as advised. Fever states that the venue is accessible to people with reduced mobility.
A late-November Saturday, Christmas market included
28 November falls on a Saturday, during the Metz Christmas market, announced for 20 November to 30 December. That day, place Saint-Louis, place Saint-Jacques, place de la République and place d'Armes stay lively until 10 pm, and place de la Comédie until 11 pm. With the 6 pm session, you can stroll in the afternoon, enjoy the concert, then have dinner. The 8 pm session leaves the stalls for before the music or for one last round afterwards. The Sentier des Lanternes in Square Boufflers adds a walk among lights until 9 pm on Saturdays, for anyone who prefers to finish in the open air.
Practical information
Address: La Douche Froide, 11 Rue des Augustins, 57000 Metz
Frequently asked questions
Where and when is the concert?
At La Douche Froide, 11 rue des Augustins in Metz, on 28 November 2026.
What kind of music can the audience expect?
Traditional New Orleans-style jazz, between chosen standards and live improvisation.
How do you get to La Douche Froide?
It is an easy walk from the station or the centre, since rue des Augustins connects avenue Foch and place Saint-Thiébault. Fever also mentions public transport and several nearby car parks, though it does not name them.
Where can you spend the night after the concert?
Outre-Seille offers a good balance of charm and budget for a night after the jazz, while the Quartier Impérial is the option close to the station. Staylaro's "Se loger à Metz" guide lets you compare them and search for accommodation.
