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 Essonne in particular, there are many fine 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, Music Day marks its 44th year! A chance to return to the basics, with a series of free concerts that are both festive and unifying. Whether in the streets, in concert and performance venues, or even in museums, and spanning classical, rock, or electronic, the Music Day 2026 promises once again to be bright and joyful.
So a beautiful lineup awaits you on Sunday, June 21 in Essonne. You’re in the 91 and on the hunt for great tips for this Fête de la Musique 2026? Pick from these must-sees!
World Music Day 2026: retro zouk, African folk and jazz in Évry-Courcouronnes (91)
This year, the town of Évry-Courcouronnes in Essonne is celebrating a new edition of Music Day with a lineup of free concerts to discover on Sunday, June 21, 2026, across the four corners of the city. On the menu? Retro zouk, African folk, jazz, and acoustic reggae! [Read more]
Morsang-en-Fête 2026: World Festival and Music Day free in Essonne
The World Festival and Fête de la Musique are set to take over the park at the Château de Morsang-sur-Orge for three days of free, open-air celebrations from June 19 to 21, 2026, in Essonne. [Read more]
World Music Day 2026 at the Jean Cocteau House-Museum: an afternoon of music in Milly-la-Forêt
The Jean Cocteau House-Museum in Milly-la-Forêt invites us to celebrate Music Day this Sunday, June 21, 2026, with a pastoral concert in the museum’s gardens. [Read more]
Music Day 2026 in Morangis (91): Rock concerts at Saint-Michel Park
For Music Day 2026 in Morangis, head to Saint-Michel Park, where a host of rock concerts await you! [Read more]
Music Day 2026: St Graal in a free concert in Brétigny-sur-Orge (91)
On the occasion of the new edition of Music Day, the residents of Brétigny-sur-Orge are set to gather on Sunday, June 21, 2026 on the lawn by the Léo Lagrange pool to enjoy free concerts by St Graal, La Clé de Sous Sol with Harold, and Persephone's Revenge. [Read more]
World Music Day 2026: rock covers at the Town Hall Park in Lardy (Essonne 91)
For the new, 45th Fête de la Musique, the town of Lardy in Essonne invites you to a charming celebration. Meet at the Hôtel de Ville park to enjoy a free, festive evening of live music on Sunday, June 21, 2026. [Read more]
Music Day 2026: Morphine will bring Indochine’s chart-toppers to Palaiseau (91)
This year, the town of Palaiseau is celebrating Music Day on Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026! What’s on the program? Two musical days packed with free concerts featuring rising young talents, roaming batucadas, and Indochine covers. [Read more]
Music Day 2026: the lineup of activities in Gif-sur-Yvette (91)
Do you live in Gif-sur-Yvette and feel an irresistible urge to celebrate Music Day? Then don’t miss the lineup waiting for you on Sunday, June 21, 2026, sprinkled all across the town of Gif-sur-Yvette in Essonne. [Read more]
Music Day 2026: Bigkik delivers an electro live set at the Château de Dourdan (91)
Want to dance in an idyllic setting on Sunday, June 21, 2026, for the new Music Day? Then head to the Château de Dourdan. For the occasion, catch Bigkik performing a live electro set! [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
