It's back again this June 21, to put a smile on the faces of many a music-starved Frenchman! This year, the Fête de la Musique celebrates its 42nd anniversary. To mark the occasion, a host of free concerts are on offer in the streets, squares, bridges and boulevards, as well as in parks and gardens, bars and restaurants, churches and museums.
As always, the Fête de la musique features a wide range of styles. Rock, rap, reggae, classical music, electro or even jazz, blues and RnB... so many genres to get you dancing and singing at the top of your lungs!
Organized for the first time in France in 1982, the Fête de la Musique was the brainchild of Jack Lang, then Minister of Culture, Maurice Fleuret and Christian Dupavillon. At the time, their objective was simple: to launch a major event enabling all musicians to play and make themselves known during a festive evening. For over 40 years now, the Fête de la Musique has been a resounding success, delighting music lovers every June 21!
Fête de la Musique, its origins and history
Why is Fête de la Musique celebrated on June 21? Who created the Fête de la Musique, where did it take place and when was the first edition? These are just some of the questions that deserve to be asked about the origins of the festival, and its history. [Read more]
Music Day is back on Sunday, June 21, 2026! Once again this year, brace yourself to feel the pulse of live music with a multitude of free concerts and DJ sets staged outdoors, as well as in venues, museums, or even churches across Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]
In Paris, there's no shortage of good music venues during the Fête de la musique, and they take over various districts such as the Latin Quarter, Montmartre and the Marais. This year, several concerts are also taking place in the 13th arrondissement, such as this evening orchestrated by Jacques Fromage!
In 2022, the electro artist took over the Bois de Vincennes. This Friday, June 21, 2024, Jacques Fromage changes venue and invites you to join him in the 13th arrondissement from 6pm. Please note that the venue remains a secret for the moment, and will only be revealed at the last moment. So stay tuned to Jacques Fromage's social networks for the exact address of this special"Fête de la musique" evening.
Friday, June 21, 2024 6 p.m. to 2 a.m. - Surprise location - Free admission
Line-up:
Dates and Opening Time
On June 21, 2024
Starts at 06:00 p.m.
Location
surprise
inconnue
75 Paris
Prices
Free
Official website
shotgun.live
Booking
shotgun.live
Fête de la Musique, its origins and history
World Music Day 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France
