It featured the elite of international jazz, with performances by Didier Lockwood, Trilok Gurtu, Brad Mehldau, Lionel and Stéphane Belmondo, Richard Bona among others.

It has been placed into the hands of different promoters since 2003: The editorial policy of the Paris Jazz Festival has evolved over the years.

In 2013, the festival tested for the first time at a major event the Wave Field Synthesis system, a spatial audio rendering technique, characterized by the creation of virtual acoustic environments.

The Paris Jazz Festival opens its doors every Saturday and Sunday afternoon in June and July.

Concerts, workshops, attractions and exhibitions are accessible free of charge, although a small entrance fee is required from park visitors.