World Music Day 2026 in Paris: Brazilian percussion at the Rotonde Stalingrad

What instrument will you play on June 21 for the annual Music Day? Will you pick the guitar, bass, drums, violin, trumpet, double bass, piano, flute—or even harp, bagpipes, or xylophone? It’s your call. Every year on this date, budding musicians take to the streets to share their passion with as many people as possible.

This year, the grand and festive celebration—now in its 44th year in France—is back on Sunday, June 21, 2026, bringing a lineup of free concerts across a wide range of styles. Rock, rap, hip-hop, metal, pop, blues, jazz, electro, world music, R&B, and French variety—on June 21, every genre is showcased. An invitation to indulge all ears and celebrate in a warm, convivial atmosphere the Music Day.

Fête de la Musique 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France, the concert lineup
The Fête de la Musique is back on Sunday, June 21, 2026. Once again this year, get ready to feel the rhythm of live music with a wide lineup of free concerts and DJ sets staged outdoors, as well as in venues such as theaters, museums, and even churches. Here’s what to expect this year in Paris and the Île-de-France region. [Read more]

Music Day: origins and history
Why is Music Day celebrated on June 21? Who created Music Day, where did it start, and when was the first edition held? These questions invite a closer look at the festival’s roots and its history. [Read more]

In Paris, the pull of good plans is strong, with numerous memorable musical moments to discover, notably in the 19th arrondissement. Here, specifically at the Rotonde Stalingrad, the big batucada Yolande do Brasil will be waiting for you on Sunday, June 21, 2026 to celebrate the new Music Day. Join the party from 4 p.m. to dance to Brazilian percussion, samba rhythms, and the infectious energy of this joyful pink batucada!

Music Day 2026 at Rotonde Stalingrad: the program