Every year on June 21, the Fête de la Musique brings millions of people together in the streets of rural towns and small, medium-sized and large cities across France. Musical events are also organized in museums, cultural centers and concert halls. Paris, of course, offers many free concerts on this day. In the Île-de-France region, and in the Yvelines in particular, you can enjoy some great musical moments performed by amateur and professional musicians.
But what exactly is the Fête de la Musique? Once a year, on June 21 (the day of the summer solstice), this popular and free musical event invites all musicians, amateurs of all levels and professionals alike, to celebrate living music and to showcase the breadth and diversity of musical practices, as well as all musical genres.
Created by the French Ministry of Culture in 1982, the Fête de la Musique has since been exported abroad, becoming a national event in countries such as Luxembourg, Italy, Greece, Peru and Colombia. Over the years, the Fête de la Musique has invented and reinvented itself, becoming an emblematic event that we love to celebrate every June 21.
In 2026, the Music Day marks its 44th anniversary! An opportunity to return to the basics, through a line-up of free concerts that are both festive and unifying. Whether in the street, in concert halls and venues or in museums, and whether it’s classical, rock or electro, the Music Day 2026 looks set to be as vibrant and joyful as ever.
So there's a terrific lineup waiting for you on Sunday, June 21 in the Yvelines. If you're in the 78 and you're hunting for tips for this Fête de la Musique 2026, pick from these must-dos!
World Music Day 2026 in Chatou (Yvelines): free concerts and a fireworks display
Music Day will be celebrated this year on Saturday, June 20, 2026, in Chatou, Yvelines. What’s on the lineup? Free concerts spotlighting funk, 60s classics, and rock. To heighten the celebrations, a pyrotechnic show has been announced. [Read more]
Music Day 2026 in Marly-le-Roi (78): an orchestra and pop-rock covers
New Music Day celebration in Paris and Île-de-France! This year, the commune of Marly-le-Roi in the Yvelines invites you to join us on Sunday, June 21, 2026, at the Jean Vilar Cultural Centre and Jean-Witold Park, for a lineup of free concerts that blend chamber music and rock. [Read more]
Please consult this guide regularly, as it is updated according to program announcements.
Dates and Opening Time
On June 21, 2026
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr
