Fête de la Musique 2026

Where: Nearly every city, town, and village in France participates - with free major concerts held in Paris, Nice and beyond.

When: June 21st, 2026.

Cost: Free.

Fête de la Musique is one of France’s most vibrant and wide-reaching annual music celebrations, bringing together both professional and amateur performers, local communities, and music lovers for a standout celebration of live music and culture. Held each year on the summer solstice, June 21, the iconic event fills towns and cities across the country with free concerts, street performances, and a fun sense of community. Visitors can discover every kind of sound, enjoy performances in open-air settings, and soak up the energy, diversity, and summer spirit that makes the national Fête de la Musique event such a highlight of the cultural calendar.

Accommodation in France

Our self-catering accommodation in France offers a fantastic place to stay during Fête de la Musique, with many of our retreats in France placed within easy reach of lively town and city centres hosting live music performances - from city apartments to sun-drenched pool villas and mountain-view chalets.