Put that wallet away! In Paris, free concerts abound, in bars, café-concerts and small venues. It's in these settings that you can discover emerging and even established talent, and take part in concert after-parties, all without paying a cent.
The concept is simple: some bars offer "free entry" evenings, while other small venues reserve free slots for up-and-coming talent. Rock, pop, jazz, but also world music, classical music, French chanson... There's something for everyone.
Places like the Supersonic, a well-known bar-concert venue in the Bastille district, have had a free music scene since they opened; the venue stands out for its mix of rock, pop and synthwave programming, with no entrance fee. But many other Parisian bars and cafés enrich the music scene with acoustic concerts, jam sessions or open-mic sessions.
While the offer is vast, you need to be careful: opening times are often in the evening, concerts start early (around 7-8pm), and space can be tight - so it's best to arrive early to get a good seat. For those who want to get away from the formatted circuits of the big venues, follow the guide!
And don't forget to check out the programs of Paris's foreign cultural institutes and centers, which organize free concerts of traditional music!
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