Cabaret Frappé
The free contemporary music festival at Jardin de Ville in Grenoble
About Cabaret Frappé
Cabaret Frappé: Grenoble's Summer Free Festival
Cabaret Frappé is the emblematic contemporary music festival of the city of Grenoble. Created in 1999, it has established itself over the years as a flagship summer event in Isère and the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, attracting around 50,000 festival-goers each year to the heart of the Jardin de Ville, under the shade of century-old plane trees.
A Trailblazing Festival That Discovers Talent
Cabaret Frappé stands out for its eclectic and bold programming, blending local artists in the process of professionalization with headliners from the national and international scene. The musical genres represented cover a wide spectrum: world music, jazz, soul, funk, rap, French chanson, pop, electro, afrobeat, flamenco, dub, bossa nova, and many others. Each edition features seven local Grenoble groups, seven artists from all over France, and four international bands, offering a true opening to world music.
A Unique Venue in the Heart of Grenoble
The festival takes place in the Jardin de Ville, a green space located in the pedestrianized hyper-center of Grenoble. This historic garden, adjacent to the former Hôtel du Duc de Lesdiguières, offers an intimate and friendly setting where spectators enjoy open-air concerts in a relaxed and family-friendly atmosphere. Two stages alternate: the local stage, which hosts Grenoble groups from 7 PM, and the main stage, where national and international artists perform from 8:30 PM.
100% Free Since 2016
Since 2016, Cabaret Frappé has become an entirely free festival, true to its public service mission by promoting discovery and access to culture for everyone. This complete freeness, supported by the City of Grenoble, makes Cabaret Frappé a unique model among French summer festivals.
An Eco-Responsible and Civic Commitment
Cabaret Frappé is committed to an ambitious eco-responsible approach. Catering favors short supply chains, organic and local products, with reusable or washable dishes. The festival implements selective sorting, a composting area, and dry toilets. Stage decorations are made from materials sourced from local reuse centers. Cabaret Frappé is also committed to gender-balanced programming, with an equal mix of female and male artists.
Through the Editions
Since its creation, Cabaret Frappé has hosted renowned artists such as Orchestra Baobab, Tony Allen, Tricky, Neneh Cherry, Seun Kuti, Caravan Palace, Charlotte Cardin, Féfé, Solann, Brooklyn Funk Essentials, and many others. Alongside the musical program, various activities enrich the experience: readings, world games, street arts, screen printing, and participatory workshops.
Cabaret Frappé — edition 2026
29th edition of Cabaret Frappé, from July 15 to 19, 2026, at the Jardin de Ville in Grenoble. Five evenings of 100% free open-air concerts, in the shade of century-old plane trees, with 18 programmed groups (including 6 local acts): world music, French chanson, rock, pop, electro, rap, and hip-hop. Headliners announced: Jupiter & Okwess, Mélissa Laveaux, Yvnnis, Piche, and Barbara Butch.
29th edition: Cabaret Frappé from July 15 to 19, 2026, at Jardin de Ville
Cabaret Frappé returns for its 29th edition from Wednesday, July 15 to Sunday, July 19, 2026 at the Jardin de Ville in Grenoble. Organized by the City of Grenoble, this contemporary music festival has been 100% free for ten years. It has established itself as one of the highlights of the Grenoble summer, in the enchanting setting of the Jardin de Ville, in the shade of century-old plane trees.
For this edition, 18 groups are invited, including six local acts, thirteen French groups, and six international artists. The program, faithful to the festival's pioneering spirit, brings together world music, French chanson, soul, rock, pop, electro, rap, and hip-hop, with ample space given to the discovery of emerging artists.
Concerts take place from 7 PM to 11:30 PM from Wednesday to Saturday, and from 5:40 PM on Sunday. The catering and refreshment areas, offering organic, local, and short-circuit products, open from 6 PM. The City of Grenoble expects around 10,000 people each evening.
Programme Cabaret Frappé 2026
Wednesday, July 15 — world music evening
- Jupiter & Okwess (Congolese group)
- Sara Curruchich (Guatemalan artist)
- Marthe X Pilani Bubu (South African act)
Thursday, July 16
- Fav
- TeddyBear
- Asfar Shamsi
- Yvnnis
Friday, July 17
- Sumac Dub
- Los Burritos Santos
- Mélissa Laveaux
- Gallowstreet
Saturday, July 18
- Verdee
- Ditter
- Piche
- Barbara Butch (DJ for the Olympic Games ceremony)
Sunday, July 19
- Naphasso
- Solao
- Les Mécanos
- Dead Chic
Concerts from 7 PM to 11:30 PM (from 5:40 PM on Sunday). Catering and refreshment bar from 6 PM.
Highlights Cabaret Frappé 2026
- 27th edition of Grenoble's free contemporary music festival
- Five evenings of open-air concerts at Jardin de Ville
- Eclectic lineup mixing local, national, and international artists
- 100% free festival, accessible to all
- Eco-responsible approach: organic and local food, selective sorting, dry toilets
- Confirmed gender-balanced programming
Prices Cabaret Frappé 2026
Practical information — Cabaret Frappé
Access to Jardin de Ville
By Tram
Jardin de Ville is easily accessible by public transport. Get off at the Hubert Dubedout - Maison du Tourisme stop, served by lines A and B of the Grenoble tramway. The garden is less than a 2-minute walk from the stop.
By Bike
Numerous Métrovélo stations are available near Jardin de Ville. Bicycle racks are installed around the festival grounds. The City of Grenoble strongly encourages cycling to access the site.
By Car
Jardin de Ville is located in a pedestrian zone in the hyper-center of Grenoble. Public parking lots are available nearby, notably the Vaucanson parking and the Bastille parking. Carpooling is strongly encouraged.
By Train
From Grenoble station, Jardin de Ville is a 15-minute walk or a few minutes by tram (lines A and B).
Hours
Activities begin at 6:00 PM with the opening of food and drink stands. Concerts run from 7:00 PM to 11:30 PM from Wednesday to Saturday. On Sundays, concerts start earlier in the afternoon, beginning at 5:00 PM.
Prices
Cabaret Frappé is a 100% free festival. Access to all concerts and activities is free, with no tickets or reservations required.
Food and Drink
A food and drink area is available on-site from 6:00 PM. Vendors offer organic, local, and short-supply-chain options, with seasonal products. Dishes are reusable or washable, as part of the festival's eco-responsible approach.
PMR Accessibility
Jardin de Ville is accessible to people with reduced mobility through several adapted entrances. An elevated platform is set up in front of the main stage for wheelchair users and their companions. Earplugs are distributed free of charge, and noise-canceling headphones are available for loan for children.
Additional Information
- The festival takes place outdoors; remember to protect yourself from the sun and stay hydrated.
- In case of bad weather, concerts may be maintained subject to safety conditions.
- Pets are not allowed within the festival grounds.
- The site is non-smoking in the concert areas.
Contact
Address: Jardin de Ville, 2 rue Hector Berlioz, 38000 Grenoble
Official website: www.cabaret-frappe.com
Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — Cabaret Frappé
Jardin de Ville
2 rue Hector Berlioz, 38000 Grenoble