Going out is good, but going out smart is even better. Fortunately, Paris and the surrounding region are full of superb free festivals. Whether you're into medieval gatherings, vintage music or open-air shows, there's something for everyone, as long as you look hard enough. We're here to help you in your quest for great ideas by revealing 10 great free events to get you in the mood.
Vincennes Estival Club: a festive summer at the Château de Vincennes, final days
This summer, the City of Vincennes is transforming its château into an open-access summer club! Join us from July 14 to August 3, 2025 to discover the Vincennes Estival Club. What's on the program? Open-air concerts, sports activities, an aqua-ludic area and DJ Sets. Don't miss the final days of the event, including a free concert by Jérémy Frérot. [Read more]
Gare aux Docs 2025: a free, committed film festival on the tracks of the REcyclerie
Fancy an open-air film festival on the railroad tracks of Paris's Petite Ceinture? Then head for the REcyclerie, from July 4 to August 30, 2025, to enjoy documentaries on a wide range of subjects. [Read more]
Fnac Live 2025 in Paris: complete program and concert times
After a break in 2024 due to the Olympic and Paralympic Games, Fnac Live will return to the Hôtel de Ville forecourt and lounges for a new series of not-to-be-missed free concerts on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, July 2, 3 and 4, 2025. On the program for this new edition? American artist St. Vincent, Breton singer Miossec, as well as Eddy de Pretto, Olivier Ruiz, phenomenon Baby Volcano, French electro duo Air and rapper Zamdane... check out the full program and concert times for this 13th edition! [Read more]
Jardin d'été 2025: the free, festive festival returns to the Musée du Quai Branly
The Musée du Quai Branly - Jacques Chirac invites you to plunge into the enchanting world of Japanese summer festivals with its summer event, Jardin d'été, from July 5 to August 31, 2025. This edition features a particularly gourmet program of world flavors and cuisines, all summer long. [Read more]
Garden Parvis 2025: the return of the summer festival at La Défense
The Garden Parvis Festival returns to La Défense for its 6th edition. A free, open-air festival, Garden Parvis offers residents and visitors a place to party, relax and enjoy the summer! [Read more]
Les Médiévales De Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne 2025, the free program
From July 4 to 6, 2025, Moret-Loing-et-Orvanne (77) hosts the Médiévales de Moret-sur-Loing 2025, a festive weekend of horse shows, water jousting, a craftsmen's market and a medieval banquet. A total immersion in the medieval world, just a stone's throw from Fontainebleau. [Read more]
Dolcevita sur Seine: the open-air film festival around Italy at the Arènes de Lutèce
Dolcevita sur Seine is back from July 4 to 8, 2025 to take us to Italy. For 5 days, enjoy free film screenings and entertainment at the Arènes de Lutèce! [Read more]
Les Créneaux de la nuit de Blandy 2025, free open-air cinema at Château de Blandy in August
Open-air cinema invites itself to the Château de Blandy-Les-Tours for three magical evenings on August 13, 20 and 27, 2025. On the program: family films and films for the general public, projected onto the ramparts of this medieval castle, offering a unique, free experience. We'll tell you all about it! [Read more]
La Défense Jazz Festival 2025: full program and free concert times
La Défense Jazz Festival returns to the Place de La Défense from Monday June 23 to Sunday June 29, 2025. It's an opportunity to enjoy new free open-air concerts not far from the Grande Arche de La Défense. On the program this summer? Herbie Hancock, Angélique Kidjo, Jalen Ngonda, Sampa The Great and Groundation, GoGo Penguin, Black Lives and Célia Kameni. Click here for the full program and concert times! [Read more]
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From June to September, the parks and gardens of Paris and all the departments of the Ile-de-France region, from Yvelines to Val de Marne, come alive with free concerts and music festivals. Jazz, classical, electro, rock or French variety, including a return to the 80s... there's something for everyone! Here's a roundup of free music events not to be missed this summer in Paris and the Paris region. [Read more]
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Paris is bursting with festivals and events! And when it's free, it's even better. Music, circus, shows, design, food and festive parades are on the program for young and old alike. Check out the program to make sure you don't miss out on the best free events in Paris. [Read more]
Looking for a lively summer in Paris? This July 2025, the capital has a rich program of festivals in store, many of them free. From open-air cinema to concerts, festive parades and entertainment of all kinds, the City of Light becomes a veritable playground for young and old alike. [Read more]ideas for outings worth getting out of your diary.
Looking for the best festivals in Paris in August 2025? We've put together a list of not-to-be-missed events. Cinema, music, parades and shows of all kinds await you this summer in Paris. And don't forget to take advantage of the often free events - August in Paris is great! [Read more]
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