Heads up: because of the red heatwave alert in effect for Île-de-France and the Paris region on Sunday, some events for the Fête de la musique 2026 may be canceled, postponed, or altered. Please check the latest information before you go.
Attention, fans of operetta! For the new Music Day you won’t want to miss, on Sunday, June 21, 2026, head to Fête de la Musique, direction the Place Colette, at the Palais-Royal, in Paris’s 1st arrondissement, to experience some of the most delightful moments of Gilbert & Sullivan’s operetta, The Pirates of Penzance, performed by Oya Kephale.
A historic gem in the heart of Paris, Place Colette nestles between the Palais-Royal and the Comédie-Française. Its history dates back to the 17th century, and it's an emblematic place for lovers of culture and the arts. A great opportunity to celebrate music!
Created and launched in France in 1982, the Fête de la Musique has spread around the world. It symbolically marks the summer solstice with an array of free concerts, enabling amateur and professional musicians to share their passion. In Paris, get ready for an unforgettable evening!
World Music Day 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: the full concert lineup and insider tips
La Fête de la Musique is back this Sunday, June 21, 2026! Get ready to soak up the live-music vibe with a wide lineup of free outdoor concerts and DJ sets, plus performances inside venues, museums, and even churches across Paris and Île-de-France. Explore the full schedule and the best tips for June 21 in Paris and the surrounding region for the Fête de la Musique 2026. [Read more]
Why is Music Day celebrated on June 21st? Who invented Music Day, where did it first take place, and when was the inaugural event? These are just some of the questions that invite us to explore the roots and history of this festive occasion. [Read more]
On June 21, 2026, in the majestic setting of Place Colette, this is the perfect opportunity to discover or rediscover The Pirates of Penzance by Gilbert & Sullivan!
Sunday, June 21, 2026, from 7:30 p.m. – Place Colette (in front of the Comédie-Française) – Free and open to the public
Impromptu Swing Ball
Come dance under the shade of Place Colette’s plane trees, with a live band and a live DJ.
Participation conditions: No reservation required
Schedule: Sunday, June 21, 2026 — 3:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Dates and Opening Time
On June 21, 2026
Starts at 07:30 p.m.
Location
Place Colette
Rue Saint-Honoré
75001 Paris 1
Route planner
Access
Metro line 1 or 7 "Palais Royal - Musée du Louvre" station
Prices
Free
Recommended age
For all
Official website
fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr
World Music Day 2026 in Paris and Île-de-France: the full concert lineup and insider tips
Music Day: Its Origins and History
