- New exhibition in "the Tree of Jazz" 
« Les Coulisses du Jazz» (2008 novelty)
- Pavillon 12. Conceived by Philippe Baudoin,part of the sage "The Tree of Jazz", the exhibition shows and tells the side Issues and hidden part of Jazz. Exclusive texts and photographs

- « Structures Musicales 2008»
- Children playground.  Located and spread on the children playground, those modern sculptures made from used material and especially designed for the Paris Jazz Festival by Etienne Favre constitute giant toys, which allow the discovery of sounds and melodies. A first step toward creation.

- Exhibition « les  Mains du jazz » (2008 novelty)
- Maison du Parc et du Bois. Encounter between photography and the most useful tool of some great jazzmen: their hands! A very moving close-up which highlight this musicians' delicacy shot by Sophie Leroux.

- « Dance Lessons »
- In front of the Pavillon 12. 
Dispensed by the association « Brother Swing » and lead by Olivier Menicot, you will be able to take Initiation lessons of Swing dances. Especially Jazz Roots and Lindy Hop. A family or friends collective discovery…

- All around the park
 Loudly strolling about in the alleys of the park, the brass bands make the link between walkers, the animations and the concerts. They will always end their journey under the Delta stage, just before the beginning of the concerts.

1. Children playground. Discover a multitude of little percussions with which you will be invited to create musical atmospheres, or take part to rhythmic games under" the baton" of Marie Diallo. Only for children above 4.

Listening to the others, fitting in a group and respecting the orders will give you the joy of carnival.