Warning: due to a red heatwave alert, some events of the Music Day 2026 may be cancelled, postponed or altered. Check information before you head out.
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 particularly in Val-de-Marne , you'll be able to enjoy some fine musical moments performed by both 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.
The 2026 edition of the Fête de la musique is a moment to return to the basics, featuring a series of free concerts that are both festive and unifying. Whether on the street, in concert halls and venues, or even in museums, and spanning classical, rock or electro, the Fête de la Musique 2026 once again looks set to be bright and joyous.
So a great lineup awaits you on Saturday, June 21, in the Val-de-Marne. If you’re in the 94 and looking for smart tips for this Fête de la Musique 2026, pick from these must-sees!
World Music Day 2026 in Thiais (94): Amel Bent to perform a free concert
The Fête de la Musique returns this Sunday, June 21, 2026, with a lineup of free concerts across the capital. If you’re in Val-de-Marne, head to the town of Thiais, which this year welcomes singer Amel Bent. [Read more]
Music Festival 2026 in Cachan (94) featuring Solann and Mariam from the Amadou & Mariam duo
The new Fête de la Musique takes place in Cachan on Friday, June 19, Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026. For three days, this Val-de-Marne town aims to make you dance with free concerts by local artists, as well as Solann and Mariam from the Amadou & Mariam duo. Don’t miss these music picks in Parc Raspail. [Read more]
World Music Day 2026: Free outdoor concerts in Kremlin-Bicêtre (94), the lineup
Le Kremlin-Bicêtre in Val-de-Marne is celebrating Fête de la Musique on Sunday, June 21, 2026, with an eclectic program set in the town’s park. Discover the musical events that await you. [Read more]
Music Day 2026 in Maisons-Alfort (94): venue change due to heatwave
Fête de la Musique 2026 goes ahead in Maisons-Alfort this Sunday, June 21. Due to the extreme heat, the festive music evening planned on the esplanade in front of the City Hall has been moved to Moulin Brûlé Park. [Read more]
World Music Day 2026 in Nogent-sur-Marne: heatwave-adjusted schedule
La Fête de la Musique 2026 is kept in Nogent-sur-Marne despite the heatwave. The activities at the marina are moved to Watteau Park, with the exception of the performances by the conservatory students. [Read more]
Rap, classical music and brass bands: Villejuif's eclectic Fête de la Musique in June 2026
To mark the new Fête de la Musique, Villejuif invites you to join in this Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026 for a series of free concerts to discover across every corner of this Val-de-Marne town. Here’s what to expect! [Read more]
Music Festival 2026 in Vincennes: schedule revised for heatwave
The Fête de la Musique 2026 will go ahead in Vincennes this Sunday, June 21, but with an adjusted program due to the red heatwave alert in Val-de-Marne. Concerts will start at 6:30 p.m. [Read more]
Jour de Fête 2026 and Music Day in Créteil, featuring circus, concerts and fireworks - 94
Music Day and circus arts come together in Créteil on Saturday, June 20, 2026, for Day of Celebration, featuring aerial acts, concerts, equestrian performances and a fireworks display on the town hall plaza. [Read more]
World music and a culinary festival: the Fête de la Musique 2026 in Champigny-sur-Marne
Join us to celebrate the 44th Fête de la Musique in Val-de-Marne! This year, the Île-de-France town of Champigny-sur-Marne is hosting its Cuisines et Musiques du Monde festival on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at the market square. [Read more]
Black M in concert and fireworks: Fresnes kicks off summer this weekend for the 2026 Fête de la Musique
Fresnes marks music and summer with three days of festivities on Friday, June 19, Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, 2026. The program? Free concerts by local amateur artists, dancing, activities, and more... At the top of the bill, don’t miss the fireworks slated for June 19. [Read more]
Music Day 2026: a pop-rock evening in Boissy-Saint-Léger!
With a lineup like this, you can't help but dance and sing! The town of Boissy-Saint-Léger is celebrating Music Day this Saturday, June 20, 2026, on the farm's parking lot. [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
