Some great ideas to enjoy Fête de la Musique in Paris

With the Fête de la musique, Paris welcomes the arrival of the warmer weather with rhythm

The Fête de la musique brings the streets of Paris to life on June 21, 2024 for its 42nd edition! All night long, music fans will be treated to an exceptional and eclectic program of performances by well-known artists and up-and-coming talents who will take over the capital from all sides. It's one of the most eagerly awaited events of the year in Paris.

The program is vast, so here's a selection of events not to be missed :

The important thing is to sing with the RATP

9th and 17th arr. – June 21

80 voices will be singing in the Paris metro this Fête de la Musique. The event is organized by RATP and the Prix Joséphine as part of the Cultural Olympiad. It will bring together three choirs in the Auber and Charles-de-Gaulle-Etoile metro stations. The principle: any traveler who wants to is invited to join the choir and give his or her voice! The repertoire includes rock and disco classics by Queen, ABBA, Jean-Jacques Goldman, Joe Dassin and many others.

Station Aubert - 6 Rue Auber, 75009 Paris
Charles de Gaulle-Etoile station, 750017

Conservatoires de Paris and Afro-pop sounds at the Palais de la Porte Dorée

12e arr. – June 21

Students and teachers from the Conservatoires de la Ville de Paris revisit the enthusiastic gestures of Hofesh Shechter's choreographies, as part of the Youth Olympiad 2024. Starting at 7.30pm.
This is followed by the Congolese artists' collective Fulu Miziki Kolektiv, constantly on the lookout for new sounds. Instruments, masks and costumes are made by the artists themselves, in the image of their unique musical universe, advocating artistic freedom.
Gabonese singer Pamela Badjogo takes over, accompanied by multi-instrumentalist Kwame Yeboah. A bubbling cocktail blending Afro-pop and Afrobeat with traditional Mandingo instruments.
Finally, DJ Ka(ra)mi will set the pace with his mixes of Afro-Caribbean percussion samples mixed with hip-hop, R&B, house, zouk and kompa beats.
All this on the temporary Poisson Lune terrace in front of the Palais de la Porte Dorée. Let's go for a trip!

Le Poisson Lune - Palais de la Porte Dorée, 293 Av. Daumesnil, 75012 Paris

EF Festival in front of the Mairie du 15e

15 arr. – June 21

The 15th arrondissement celebrates music! Once again this year, Paris's biggest deep event is expecting over 15,000 people. The 8th edition of l'EF Festival by VL takes place on the square in front of the town hall from 6pm to 2am. On the program: Ofenbach, YALL, Tez Cadey, Faul & Wad, Boris Way, Hugo Cantarra, FDVM Damien N-DRIX and many more**! Registration is free, Don't forget to reserve your place! !

Mairie du 15e arrondissement town hall square, 75015 Paris

Scène en Seine, the Place Dauphine open stage

1er arr. – June 21

The 3rd edition of the Festival Scène en Seine takes place in the heart of the Ile de la Cité, on this emblematic triangular-shaped Parisian square. Sing, dance and discover - that's the philosophy behind this free, festive scène ouverte, celebrating the richness of our musical heritage. Atmosphere guaranteed!

7 p.m. to 2 a.m., Place Dauphine, 75001 Paris

Summer Vibes Solidaire at the Cité Voltaire

11th arr. – June 21

On this Fête de la Musique evening, are you looking for new encounters, a lively evening and a guinguette spirit? Join us in the 11th arrondissement for Summer Vibes : Dancing Solidaire de l'été. On the program: opening of the photo exhibition "Souvenirs de Vacances" by Laurent Hini, followed by Le Concert d'Antan by Estelle Hass accompanied by Benjamin Sabbah on guitar. Last but not least, the DJ Set by DJ DWETCONE will accompany your dance steps in style. The Petits Frères et Pauvres solidarity and festive event is not to be missed!

19|46 - 19 Cité Voltaire, 75011 Paris

Exceptional concert at the Palais Royal

1er arr. – June 21

Le Ministère de la Culture vous donne rendez-vous dès 14h dans le jardin du Palais Royal pour un après-midi en fanfares. Retrouvez des formations parisiennes historiques, mais aussi quatre batucadas amatrices rassemblant plus de 40 jeunes venues de quartiers prioritaires de la France entière. Programmation à venir.
The Ministry of Culture invites you to join them in the garden of the Palais Royal from 2pm for an afternoon of fanfares. Join the historic Parisian bands, as well as four amateur batucadas, bringing together more than 40 young people from disadvantaged neighborhoods across France. Discover the program.

Domaine National du Palais-Royal, Place Colette, Galerie du Théatre Français, 1st arr.

Aztechno Open Air at the Butte aux Cailles

13e arr. – June 21

Ceci est une incitation à danser jusqu'au bout de la nuit ! Aztechno propose un open air festif dans les rues du 13e arrondissement de Paris. Au menu : de la techno, bien sûr, mais aussi de la psytrance, de la hard techno et de l'acid. Un évènement electro musclé gratuit dès 16h et jusqu'à 2h du matin.
This is an invitation to dance the night away! Aztechno offers a festive open air in the streets of Paris's 13th arrondissement. On the menu: techno, of course, but also psytrance, hard techno and acid. A free electro-muscle event from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.

25 rue de la butte aux cailles, 75013 Paris

Fête de la Musique under the Pyramide

1st arr. – June 16

The iconic pyramid of the Musée du Louvre is the setting for an exceptional free concert just a few days ahead of the Fête de la Musique. The Orchestre de Paris, under the direction of Finnish conductor Klaus Mäkelä, will perform the Symphony n°4 in G major by the famous Austrian composer Gustav Mahler. A magical setting for an unforgettable concert, starting at 10pm.
Free admission on reservation.

Rue de Rivoli, 75001 Paris

Kiosque en Fête in square Serge Reggiani

19e arr. – June 21

Orchestrated by the Vagabond Vibes association, Kiosque en Fête ! opens its stage to local artists and talent from 5.30pm to celebrate the fast-approaching Olympic summer. An eclectic music scene to suit all tastes.

Square Serge Reggiani, Pl. de Bitche, 75019 Paris

Musique du Monde ‘world music’ placette Louis Loucheur

17e arr. – June 21

This year, the Musiques du Monde event is part of the Fête de la Musique. African dance, traditional and variety music of many origins: Moroccan, Tunisian, Algerian, Kabylian and Raï, will follow one another from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Impossible not to move!

Placette Louis Loucheur, 28 Boulevard Bessière, Paris 75017

En attendant Vincent back to Place de la Convention

15e arr. – June 21

Good humor and good music! That's what awaits you at Place de la Convention in the 15th arrondissement of Paris with En attendant Vincent (ex Lotus Bleu). A pop and rock program from 8 p.m.

Place de la Convention, 189, rue de la Convention, 75015 Paris

Les GMS and Friends celebrate music in Montparnasse

14e arr. – June 21

Pop-rock cover band les Grands-Mères au Soleil and friends are back to liven up the Fête de la Musique in the 14th arrondissement. The band of 5 musician friends have worked out their repertoire for the occasion, ranging from the sixties to the 2000s. A tasty mix of music and conviviality!

Place Stéphane Hessel, 69 Rue du Montparnasse, 75014 Paris

Dance for peace in the 18e

18e arr. – June 21

Imagine dancing for peace at the bottom of the Montmartre staircase. That's the invitation for the Dance for Peace event, running from 6 p.m. to midnight.
Hip hop, house and electro sets are on the program for this evening of musical celebration.

7 Passage Cottin, 75018, Paris.

Tango Danger Records in the 18e

18e arr. – June 21

Staying in the 18th arrondissement, independent label Tango Danger sets up shop on Place Michel Petrucciani to orchestrate its sound system. Joining in the fun: Yanis Greenskin (live), Studio Simone (vinyl selecta), Nizar Zekri and other guests!