Fête de l'Humanité
France's largest political and musical festival in Essonne
About Fête de l'Huma
The Fête de l'Humanité: a century of popular culture and commitment
Born in 1930 on the initiative of the newspaper L'Humanité, the Fête de l'Humanité is much more than a music festival. It is a unique event in France in its scale and ambition: to combine culture, politics, solidarity, and popular celebration on an exceptional site. Historically organized at Parc de La Courneuve in Seine-Saint-Denis, the festival found a new home in 2022 at the Base aérienne 217 in Le Plessis-Pâté in Essonne, a 600-hectare site offering space worthy of this extraordinary event.
A leading music festival
The musical programming of the Fête de l'Huma is one of the most eclectic in France. Each edition features over 60 artists on several stages: the Grande Scène, the Scène de la Commune, the Scène Zéphyr, the Scène Zébrock, and many others. Rock, rap, electro, reggae, jazz, French chanson, world music – all genres meet here. Over the decades, the festival has hosted legends such as Bob Marley, Bruce Springsteen, Renaud, Zebda, Noir Désir, The Chemical Brothers, Massive Attack, and hundreds of other world-renowned artists.
The 2025 edition — 90th anniversary
For its 90th anniversary, the Fête de l'Humanité 2025 took place from September 12 to 14 at Base 217. This exceptional edition brought together several hundred thousand festival-goers for an outstanding lineup: Patti Smith in quartet, Gims, Youssou N'Dour, Eddy de Pretto, Fianso, Hoshi, MEUTE, Youssoupha, Ascendant Vierge, Kompromat, Les Ogres de Barback & La Rue Kétanou, Saïan Supa Crew, and Kalash. A program befitting the centenary of an institution.
The 2026 edition
The Fête de l'Humanité 2026 will take place from September 11 to 13, 2026, at Base 217 in Le Plessis-Pâté. The artistic lineup, revealed progressively, confirms the ambition of a committed and festive edition. Among the announced artists: Patti Smith, Eddy de Pretto, Fianso, Hoshi, MEUTE, Ascendant Vierge, Aliocha Schneider, Les Ogres de Barback & La Rue Kétanou, 47Soul, as well as many other artists from the Zébrock and Zéphyr stages.
Much more than a festival
The Fête de l'Huma also features a Book Village bringing together publishers and authors, hundreds of stands from associations and activists, political debates, art exhibitions, and activities for the whole family. Each department and each partner organization of the French Communist Party has a stand-restaurant offering regional specialties and conviviality. The unique atmosphere that results – between a giant concert, a citizen forum, and a giant fair – exists nowhere else in France.
An event rooted in Essonne
Since its relocation to Essonne, the Fête de l'Huma has generated considerable economic and cultural benefits for the department. Base 217 in Le Plessis-Pâté, a former converted airbase, offers an ideal setting: large open plains, adapted infrastructure, accessibility from Paris. The festival has become an unmissable event for the residents of Essonne and the entire Île-de-France region.
Fête de l'Huma — edition 2026
The 91st Fête de l'Humanité takes place from September 11 to 13, 2026, at Base 217 in Le Plessis-Pâté, Essonne. Over 60 artists are expected on the various stages: Patti Smith, Soprano, Louane, Eddy de Pretto, Fianso, Oumou Sangaré, UB40, Oxmo Puccino, Josman, Naza, Gauvain Sers, MEUTE, Hoshi, Superbus, The Limiñanas, Les Ogres de Barback & La Rue Kétanou, 47Soul and many others. Beyond the concerts, the event brings together political debates, a Book Village, associative stands, and a popular festival on a 600-hectare site.
2026 Edition — The 91st Fête de l'Humanité
The Fête de l'Humanité 2026 once again takes over Air Base 217 in Le Plessis-Pâté from Friday, September 11 to Sunday, September 13, 2026 for a new edition marked by commitment and collective celebration. The artistic program, gradually being unveiled, confirms the ambition of a rich and eclectic lineup bringing together over 60 artists on several stages.
Announced Artists
Among the names confirmed for 2026: Patti Smith, Soprano, Louane, Eddy de Pretto, Fianso, Oumou Sangaré, UB40, Oxmo Puccino, Josman, Naza, Gauvain Sers, MEUTE, Hoshi, Ascendant Vierge, Aliocha Schneider, Adé, Les Ogres de Barback & La Rue Kétanou, 47Soul, Superbus, The Limiñanas, Maureen, Yuri Buenaventura, Théa, Aïta Mon Amour, arøne, Kutu, Rori, Trinix, Sam Sauvage, 2L and Houdi. The stages dedicated to emerging artists (Zébrock, Zéphyr) will host young groups including A.A. SARL, Article 15, Fishtalk, Haze Musazi, Je m'appelle Solea, Nuit Furie, OKALI and Wheobe.
Much More Than a Festival
Beyond the musical program, the 2026 edition offers its traditional Book Village (a hundred signing sessions), hundreds of associative and activist stands, numerous debates and round tables on politics, media, sports, and major societal issues, as well as exhibitions and activities for the whole family.
Ticketing
Official ticketing has opened on the See Tickets platform. The 3-day pass is offered in tiers starting from 55 €. Solidarity and very reduced rates are provided for the youngest (1 € for 0-11 year olds, 6 € for 12-15 year olds) to make the event accessible to the widest audience. The pass is also available via the Pass Culture.
Programme Fête de l'Huma 2026
Headliners and Confirmed Artists (program being unveiled)
The Fête de l'Humanité 2026 brings together over 60 artists spread across three days and several stages (Grande Scène, Angela Davis Stage, Zébrock and Zéphyr stages for discoveries). The days and times of performances are gradually being published by the organization. List of artists confirmed to date:
- Patti Smith
- Soprano
- Louane
- Eddy de Pretto
- Fianso
- Oumou Sangaré
- UB40
- Oxmo Puccino
- Josman
- Naza
- Gauvain Sers
- MEUTE
- Hoshi
- Ascendant Vierge
- Aliocha Schneider
- Adé
- Les Ogres de Barback & La Rue Kétanou
- 47Soul
- Superbus
- The Limiñanas
- Maureen
- Yuri Buenaventura
- Théa
- Aïta Mon Amour
- arøne
- Kutu
- Rori
- Trinix
- Sam Sauvage
- 2L
- Houdi
Emerging Stages (Zébrock / Zéphyr)
- A.A. SARL
- Article 15
- Fishtalk
- Haze Musazi
- Je m'appelle Solea
- Nuit Furie
- OKALI
- Wheobe
Highlights Fête de l'Huma 2026
- 91st edition: three days of concerts with over 60 artists (Patti Smith, Soprano, Louane, UB40, Oumou Sangaré, Oxmo Puccino...)
- Book Village, political debates, and hundreds of associative stands across 600 hectares
- 3-day pass starting from 55 €, very reduced rates for children and teenagers
- Base 217 site in Le Plessis-Pâté, accessible by RER C (Brétigny-sur-Orge) + free shuttles
Prices Fête de l'Huma 2026
Practical information — Fête de l'Huma
Practical Information
Location
Base aérienne 217, Rue des Fusillés-de-la-Résistance, 91220 Le Plessis-Pâté, Essonne.
Access
By train: RER C to Brétigny-sur-Orge, then free shuttle to the site.
By car: A6 (exit Sainte-Geneviève-des-Bois) then direction Le Plessis-Pâté. Free parking on site.
By bus: Shuttles from nearby RER stations during the three days.
Ticketing
3-day pass, day pass, and partial free entry depending on zones. Solidarity rates available. Online booking recommended on the official website.
On site
Food stalls (world cuisine), bars, Book Village, associations, first aid. Camping near the site for festival-goers coming from afar.
Contact
Official website: www.fete.humanite.fr
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Where does it take place — Fête de l'Huma
Base aérienne 217
Base aérienne 217, Rue des Fusillés-de-la-Résistance, 91220 Le Plessis-Pâté