Brazilian vibes set a festive tempo at the heart of this iconic church opposite the Louvre, for Music Day 2026.

The Fête de la Musique has a pleasing knack for shaking up the routine. Concerts are no longer confined to specialized venues: they burst onto streets, squares, gardens, cultural institutions, or heritage sites. Created in 1982, this broad, popular celebration spotlights both amateur and professional musicians, with free, open-to-all events spanning a wide range of styles. In 2026, it will take place on Sunday, June 21, 2026.

At the church Saint-Germain-l’Auxerrois, in the 1er arrondissement, the atmosphere will take on Brazilian hues. Situated on Place du Louvre, it ranks among the great patrimonial landmarks on the Right Bank. Its origin is ancient: the site’s history goes back to the High Middle Ages, followed by numerous reconstructions and transformations over the centuries. The present church preserves elements of Gothic and flamboyant Gothic, with a soaring nave, an arcaded porch, chapels, stained glass, and a bell tower that give it its distinctive silhouette.

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Saint-Germain-l’Auxerrois remains above all a place of worship, with a spiritual and parish mission at the heart of Paris. But its view of the Louvre also makes it a waypoint, a space of memory and discovery for visitors and locals alike. For the Fête de la Musique 2026, this historic setting will host a musical interlude straight from Brazil.

Music Day 2026 — the lineup at Saint-Germain l'Auxerrois Church

• Euro Ball
  Sunday, June 21, 2026 — 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM
  

  Baile da Euro is back for another, even more electric edition to mark Music Day. Get ready to experience a one-of-a-kind night in the heart of Paris, where Brazilian vibes take over the city.

  Plan your night: nonstop DJ sets, booming sound, baile funk energy, dancing, and a crowd ready to ride the wave all evening. A dynamic fusion of urban culture, music, and community in a free, celebratory atmosphere.

  Whether you’re here to dance, soak it all in, or just feel the vibe, one thing’s certain: this night will be unlike any other.

  
  
  

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