Free summer festival guide

Paris Summer Festival: dance, exhibitions, magic, music... The lineup for the 2026 edition

As with every year, the Festival Paris l’été charms the capital this summer. Save the dates: July 11 to August 4, 2026, across Paris (and even beyond, in the suburbs) to discover a sharp, curated cultural program spanning dance, circus, theatre, installations, and music.

Vietnam 2026 is here: the Vietnamese Food Market and Book Festival return to Paris' 5th arrondissement.

The Ici Vietnam festival returns for its sixth edition on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Place Monge in Paris’s 5th arrondissement. On the program: Vietnamese gastronomy, literature, roundtables, and a DJ set, with free admission.

Techno Parade: the electro parade makes its return to Paris in 2026 after a two-year absence.

Good news for fans of electronic music! The organizers of the Techno Parade in Paris announce the return of this unmissable festive event in 2026. The free musical celebration, which each year spotlights culture and electronic sounds on the streets of Paris, will be back on Saturday, September 19, after two years away.

Enghien Jazz Festival 2025: complete program and concert times

The Barrière Enghien Jazz Festival returns this summer with a new edition to be enjoyed from Thursday July 3 to Sunday July 6, 2025. On the program this year? Shows by Ibrahim Maalouf and Yun Sun Nah, plus free concerts by Aloe Blacc, The Avener, UB40 and Eagle-Eye Cherry, to be discovered on the lake stage!

Garden Parvis 2026: the summer festival returns to Paris La Défense

Garden Parvis returns to Paris La Défense with a new edition—the seventh—running from June 18 to July 30, 2026. A free, open-air festival, Garden Parvis gives locals and visitors a space to party, but also to unwind and soak up the summer!

Garden Parvis 2026 at Paris La Défense: Lilly Wood and The Prick, Styleto... the musical lineup

Garden Parvis returns to Paris La Défense with a new edition to experience from June 18 to July 30, 2026. For its seventh edition, the event brings together a slew of talented artists ready to treat you to great free concerts. On the lineup? Lilly Wood and The Prick, Styleto, Piche, Requin Chagrin, and Colt.

Classique au Vert 2026 at Parc Floral: the lineup for the free outdoor concert festival

The Classique au Vert Festival is back in action from June 24 to September 6, 2026, in the heart of the Parc Floral de Paris. This year again, Classique au Vert invites music lovers and newcomers alike to keep a lively tempo and soak up the sun with a lineup of acclaimed artists and rising talents.

Paris Jazz Festival 2026: Free concerts return this summer at Parc Floral — the lineup

The Paris Jazz Festival is back this summer at Parc Floral, bringing plenty of musical talent to see and hear in a bucolic setting. Here is the lineup of free concerts to discover from June 24 to September 6, 2026!

Paris Tropical Carnival 2026 on the Champs-Élysées: date and schedule

The Paris Tropical Carnival 2026 returns to the Champs-Élysées on Sunday, July 5, 2026, for another festive edition that showcases the cultures of the overseas territories and cultures from around the world. Free admission, open to all.

La Villette Open-Air Cinema 2026: Paris welcomes back its free summer festival

La Villette's open-air cinema marks its return from July 22 to August 16, 2026 on the Prairie du Triangle, offering two free screenings daily at 6:00 PM and 9:00 PM. For this 35th edition, the festival spotlights the theme “The Call of the Wild,” with a detailed program to be announced soon.

The Canal Summer 2026: the must-attend summer festival along Paris's canals, dates & program

L'Été du Canal is Paris's must-attend summer event! And great news: this beloved Parisian summer highlight is back from June 27 to August 9, 2026. This edition's lineup features free workshops, floating concerts, street art, open-air cinema, and strolls along the canals.

Concerts and fountain shows 2026: the free outdoor festival at the Domaine de Saint-Cloud returns.

For its 20th edition, the Concerts & Jeux d'Eau festival returns on June 13–14, 2026 at the Domaine national de Saint-Cloud in Hauts-de-Seine, with a free, international program open to everyone.

Impressionist Lights Festival 2026: Honoring Monet in Chatou (78)

For its 6th edition, the Impressionist Lights Festival will pay tribute to Claude Monet as part of the artist's centenary celebration. Join us at the Fournaise Museum in Chatou (78) on September 11th and 12th, 2026.

The Pride March: here is the date for the 2026 LGBTQI+ parade in Paris

The LGBTQI+ Pride March, formerly known as the Gay Pride, is set to return to Paris this summer. So, when will this parade take place in 2026? Find out the date of the upcoming Paris edition of the Pride March.

Dolcevita on the Seine: the schedule for the open-air Italian film festival at the Arènes de Lutèce

La Dolcevita on the Seine is back from July 2 to 6, 2026, bringing a taste of Italy to Paris. For five days, enjoy film screenings and free activities at the Arènes de Lutèce!

Free 80s concert in Seine-et-Marne this Saturday with Début de soirée and Patrick Hernandez

The commune of Pringy in Seine-et-Marne is organizing a free concert on the theme of the 80s this Saturday, September 13, 2025 in the park of the town hall. Patrick Hernandez, William de Début de Soirée and Jean-Pierre Mader will be performing at this exceptional event, part of the town's patron saint's festival.

Germinations, the new free arts festival that transforms a Yvelines village

GERMINATIONS is the name of the first ecological arts festival to transform Raizeux (Yvelines) into an open-air gallery. 24 French and international artists will take over 4 sites in the village from September 13 to 28, 2025, all with free access.

Festival Terre Avenir 2025: the free eco-festival in Seine-et-Marne at Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne

This weekend, September 13 and 14, 2025, Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne hosts the 18th edition of Terre Avenir. Over 50 eco-responsible exhibitors, DIY workshops, an educational farm and horse-drawn carriage rides await you free of charge in the Seine-et-Marne region. Make the most of it!

Asian Street Food Festival at the Grande Pagode de Vincennes, back-to-school edition postponed!

Attention, this edition is postponed! For fans of Asian cuisine and street food in particular, head to the Grande Pagode de Paris Vincennes on Saturday September 6 and Sunday September 7, 2025, to fill up on exotic dishes from Japan to Vietnam, via Thailand and China of course. It's a gourmet and convivial festival to take your taste buds on a journey to Asia. Admission is free with registration.

Fête de la Carotte 2025: two festive days in Croissy-sur-Seine with fireworks display

The Carrot Festival returns to Croissy-sur-Seine (78) on September 6 and 7, 2025. Shows, fireworks and association forum in Parc Chanorier. A century-old tradition of good eating.