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!



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 Day 2026 in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés (94): K-pop, an orchestra and a DJ set
K-pop, an orchestra, or even a DJ set by Alex Ortega: that's what awaits you on Sunday, June 21, 2026 in Saint-Maur-des-Fossés for Music Day. [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]



Fête de la Musique 2026: Mariam performs Amadou & Mariam in Cachan (94)
The new Fête de la Musique is taking place in Cachan from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21, 2026. Over three days, this Val-de-Marne town aims to get you dancing at Parc Raspail with free performances by local artists, as well as Solann and Mariam from the duo Amadou & Mariam. [Read more]



Black M in concert with fireworks: three days of celebrations in Fresnes for Music Day 2026
Fresnes celebrates Music Day and summer with three days to experience on Friday, June 19, Saturday, June 20, and Sunday, June 21, 2026. What’s on the lineup? Free concerts by local amateur artists, but not only... The centerpiece: don’t miss the fireworks display planned for the occasion on June 19. [Read more]



Music Day 2026 in Vincennes (94): the city turns into an open-air stage.
Music Day is making a comeback across much of Île-de-France and is set to flood the streets of Vincennes’ town center on Sunday, June 21, 2026. What’s on the agenda? Pop-rock vibes, jazz, a Latin ensemble, and a brass band. Here’s the lineup! [Read more]



World Music Day 2026 in Ivry-sur-Seine (94) featuring Naza, Amel Bent and Rim'K
Ivry is celebrating Music Day! For two days, Saturday, June 20 and Sunday, June 21, 2026, the town of Ivry-sur-Seine pulls out all the stops to delight residents’ eyes and ears. On the agenda? Activities, municipal and community booths, tastings, all topped off with free concerts by Naza and Amel Bent on Saturday, and Rim'K on Sunday! [Read more]



World Music Day 2026: Amel Bent to perform a free concert in Thiais (94)
For this year's Fête de la Musique, join Amel Bent for a free concert in Thiais, Val-de-Marne, on Sunday, June 21, 2026. [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