Creil Colors
Grand free outdoor concert celebrating Creil's musical and cultural diversity
About Creil Colors
Creil Colors is a free, open-air music festival organized annually in Creil, in the Oise department, for the Fête de la Musique in June. Since 2013, this festive event has brought together around 5,000 people at the Faïencerie site, on Île Saint-Maurice, with an eclectic musical program mixing rap, soul, jazz, afrobeat, and world music. The festival also features a cultural village, food stalls, and a friendly space to celebrate the city's cultural richness.
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Creil Colors: The Celebration of Musical Diversity
Since 2013, Creil Colors has established itself as one of the major cultural events in the city of Creil and the southern Oise region. This grand free outdoor concert, organized for the Fête de la Musique (Music Day), celebrates the cultural and musical diversity of this dynamic city in the Hauts-de-France region.
An Exceptional Venue: La Faïencerie
The festival takes place at the Espace culturel de la Faïencerie (Faïencerie Cultural Space), in the heart of Île Saint-Maurice. This emblematic site in Creil, a former earthenware factory converted into a cultural space, offers a green and spacious setting ideal for an outdoor event. The forecourt of the Faïencerie and the Manufacture hall are transformed into concert stages for the occasion.
An Eclectic Musical Program
Creil Colors offers a rich and varied program, reflecting the city's cultural diversity:
- Headliners from the French scene: renowned artists in rap, soul, jazz, and chanson.
- Emerging artists and local talents as opening acts.
- Students from the Nina Simone Conservatory and the Jeune Chœur de l'Oise for a moment of musical sharing.
- World Music: afrobeat, reggae, and sounds from afar.
Renowned Artists
Over the years, Creil Colors has hosted top artists such as Oxmo Puccino, Kimberose, Sweet Mary Gold, and Afrorok, confirming the festival's ambition to offer a high-quality program accessible to all.
A Cultural and Festive Village
Beyond the concerts, Creil Colors features a cultural village where associations and local figures showcase their activities. Food and drink stalls provide refreshments in a friendly atmosphere. The event traditionally concludes the Fête des Associations (Associations Festival), a family day to discover the richness of Creil's associations.
A Unifying Event
Organized by the City of Creil in partnership with La Grange à Musique, a contemporary music venue, Creil Colors embodies the values of sharing, diversity, and living together that characterize this city. The festival brings together around 5,000 spectators of all ages and backgrounds each year in a festive and welcoming spirit.
Creil Colors — edition 2026
Creil Colors 2026 is expected on June 21st at La Faïencerie in Creil for a new free edition combining concerts and a cultural village for Fête de la Musique.
Prices Creil Colors 2026
Practical information — Creil Colors
Access and Transportation
By Car: Creil is accessible via the A1 motorway (Senlis exit) or the N16 from Paris (approx. 50 min). Free parking is available near the Faïencerie and on Île Saint-Maurice. Due to expected crowds on the festival day, it is advisable to arrive early or prioritize public transport.
By Train: Creil station is a major rail hub, served by TER Hauts-de-France and trains from Paris-Nord (approx. 35 minutes). Trains run regularly on Saturdays, including in the evening for the return journey. The Faïencerie is about a 15-minute walk from the station, crossing the city center.
By Bus: The local bus network serves various neighborhoods in Creil and neighboring towns. Several lines stop near Île Saint-Maurice.
Practical Information
Venue: Espace culturel de la Faïencerie, Allée Nelson, Île Saint-Maurice, 60100 Creil. Île Saint-Maurice is a green space in the heart of the city, bordered by the Oise River, offering a pleasant setting for an open-air festival.
Prices
The festival is entirely free and open to all, with no registration or booking required. All concerts and activities are free to access.
Schedules
The festival begins in the mid-afternoon (around 3:30 PM) and continues until late evening. The detailed program and artist performance times are announced a few weeks before the event on the City of Creil's website and social media.
Food and Drink
Food and drink stalls are set up on the festival site. A cultural village allows visitors to discover local associations and participate in activities.
Practical Tips
As the event takes place outdoors, it is recommended to bring sun protection (the festival is in June) and a layer for the evening. Folding chairs or blankets can be brought to sit comfortably on the grass.
Contact
Ville de Creil – Tel: 03 44 29 50 00 – Website: www.creil.fr
La Grange à Musique – Website: www.gam-creil.fr
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Where does it take place — Creil Colors
Espace culturel de la Faïencerie
Allée Nelson, Île Saint-Maurice, 60100 Creil