Nationwide free music performances
Attend or join informal street concerts and jam sessions around Paris and other cities (until late night)
Jun 21
Fête de la Musique
Paris, France
Jun 21, 2027ConfirmedSource
Every June 21, on the summer solstice, all of France turns into a stage for the Fête de la Musique, when free concerts spill into streets, squares, and parks. Launched in Paris in 1982, it invites everyone from star performers to amateurs to play, filling the longest day of the year with music.
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Day 1 · Jun 21
Grand Concert at Jardin des Tuileries
Large open-air concert in Paris with headline performers, attracting thousands; free entry until capacity
~9:00
Where it happens
Jardin des Tuileries
Paris, France
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Anyone can participate by playing music or singing in public spaces; no audition or registr...
Respect local boundaries
Open and inclusive; no special behavior required beyond usual festival etiquette. Respect m...
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Free events are available.
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Fête de la Musique
Paris, France
Every June 21, on the summer solstice, all of France turns into a stage for the Fête de la Musique, when free concerts spill into streets, squares, and parks. Launched in Paris in 1982, it invites everyone from star performers to amateurs to play, filling the longest day of the year with music.
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The story behind it
Created by France’s Ministry of Culture in 1982 (by Jack Lang) to promote music and amateur musicians, Fête de la Musique has become a hallmark of French culture and a global "World Music Day." It reflects democratic participation in the arts and emphasizes free public enjoyment of culture.
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Day 1Jun 21Approximate
Nationwide free music performances
Attend or join informal street concerts and jam sessions around Paris and other cities (until late night)
Day 1Jun 21~9:00Expected
Grand Concert at Jardin des Tuileries
Large open-air concert in Paris with headline performers, attracting thousands; free entry until capacity
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Anyone can participate by playing music or singing in public spaces; no audition or registration is needed.
Respect local boundaries
Open and inclusive; no special behavior required beyond usual festival etiquette. Respect musicians and neighbo...
Essentials at a glance
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Jun 21, 2027
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City / Area
Paris
Ile-de-France
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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