Fête de Cachan

The Fête de Cachan: a city in celebration

Cachan is a city of 32,000 inhabitants, known for being home to the École Normale Supérieure Paris-Saclay (ENS Cachan), one of the most prestigious higher education institutions in France. This academic presence shapes the city's cultural and intellectual identity. Each year, the municipality organizes its grand popular festival, bringing together residents of Cachan and visitors for a festive and friendly day.

Music Festival in Parc Raspail

One of the highlights of the Cachan festive calendar is the Music Festival, organized every year on June 21st in the magnificent Parc Raspail. This event, which hosts concerts by renowned or emerging artists from the French or international scene, is one of the most anticipated musical events in Val-de-Marne. Parc Raspail, with its century-old trees and green setting, offers an ideal backdrop for these musical festivities.

Nature Festival: nature in the city

Cachan also organizes a Nature Festival each spring which offers:

• A market of local producers and artisans
• Workshops and activities on sustainable development and ecology
• Conferences and exhibitions on nature and environmental themes
• Guided tours of the city's green spaces

The city's big annual festival

Cachan's main festival offers each summer:

• Open-air concerts: music stage with local and guest artists in various genres
• Associative village: stands of Cachan associations, sports, cultural, and civic
• Gastronomic space: local and international culinary flavors
• Activities for children: workshops, games, and shows suitable for the youngest
• Artistic exhibitions: works by artists and associations from the city
• Sports activities: demonstrations and initiations offered by local clubs

Cachan, a university and cultural city

The presence of ENS Paris-Saclay and other higher education institutions makes Cachan a dynamic and intellectually vibrant city. This university dimension enriches local cultural life: conferences, exhibitions, scientific and artistic events punctuate the city's calendar.

Cachan also has quality cultural facilities: the media library, the Espace Marcel Pagnol, and several performance venues host shows, concerts, and exhibitions throughout the year. The annual festival complements this offering by providing a popular and free event accessible to the entire Cachan community.

Parc Raspail, Cachan's green jewel

Parc Raspail is the emblematic green space of Cachan. This park of several hectares, with its flower gardens, play areas, and shaded paths, is the green lung of the city. It hosts numerous festive and cultural events throughout the year, including the Music Festival, and offers a pleasant setting for walks and relaxation for residents.