Été Frappé

Été Frappé 2026

Été Frappé 2026 will take place from June 24th to August 30th, 2026 in Mâcon. Around thirty artistic, cultural, and festive events will punctuate the two summer months in the capital of Mâconnais, with numerous collaborations. Free concerts on the Esplanade Lamartine, open-air cafes along the Saône, dance shows, symphonic music, and family entertainment are on the program.

Immersive Stroll « Tenir la nuit » — June 27th and 28th

The Mâcon-based company Nahlo opens Été Frappé with an immersive stroll in the heart of the city center. Departure at 9 PM from the Hôtel de Ville courtyard, the route combines dance, live electronic music, and artistic installations to transform the city into a space for nocturnal exploration. The evening continues at Place Saint-Pierre with a concert by MÉZINC. Free upon presentation of a coupon (available from 9 PM in the Hôtel de Ville courtyard). Open to all from 8 years old.

Festival Latino Mâconnais (FLAM) — July 4th to 6th

On the weekend of July 4th to 6th, Latin rhythms ignite Mâcon. On Saturday, July 5th, three events follow one another:

• 6:00 PM — La Bande à Tyrex at Centre Paul-Bert (1h20). Acrobatic, collective, and musical show: about ten artists on bicycles perform a mechanical ballet before joining an orchestra with trombone and double bass. Open to all from 6 years old. In partnership with Le Théâtre, Scène nationale de Mâcon.
• 8:30 PM — The Bongo Hop on the Esplanade Lamartine. Seven musicians and a singer with Colombian and Caribbean rhythms, blended with African funk and soul.
• 10:00 PM — Full Tükan on the Esplanade Lamartine. Electro-tropical fusion.

Baroque & Mozart Symphonic Concert — Friday, July 11th

The Mâcon Symphonic Orchestra, conducted by David Hurpeau, presents a baroque program (Vivaldi, Albinoni, Corelli) concluding with Mozart's Symphony No. 40. At 9 PM, Place Saint-Pierre (relocated to Saint-Pierre church in case of bad weather).

National Holiday — Sunday, July 13th

• 8:00 PM — Military parade on the quay and Esplanade Lamartine.
• 8:30 PM — Concert by the Koninklijke Harmonie Sint-Martinus d'Overijse (Belgian twin town), about forty musicians performing French song standards.
• 9:30 PM — Concert by the Municipal Harmony Orchestra, Place Saint-Pierre.
• 11:00 PM — Fireworks display launched from the Saône basin, with musical accompaniment.
• 11:15 PM — Popular dance with the group Nakama (about ten musicians, international standards).

Summer Nights — Symphonic Enchantments — Thursday, July 24th

The Mâcon Symphonic Orchestra welcomes violinist Sébastien Surel in the first part, followed by Beethoven's « Pastoral » Symphony in the second part. Conducted by David Hurpeau. At 9 PM, Place Saint-Pierre (relocated to Saint-Pierre church in case of bad weather).

Major Headliners — August 29th and 30th

Two major musical evenings will close Été Frappé 2026 on the Esplanade Lamartine. The headlining artists will be announced soon. Free concerts open to all.