Fête de la Musique d'Angers

The Fête de la Musique in Angers: a popular tradition

For over forty years, the Fête de la Musique has been a major national event, and Angers is one of its most festive cities. Every June 21st, the day of the summer solstice, the city comes alive with dozens of free concerts that take over the pedestrian streets, squares, parks, café terraces, and courtyards in the city center.

An eclectic program

The richness of the Fête de la Musique in Angers lies in the diversity of its programming. Official stages, set up on the city's main squares, host local and regional artists across all musical genres: rock, pop, jazz, blues, swing, French chanson, world music, classical, choir, hip-hop, electro, and many more. In parallel, amateur musicians freely occupy the streets and public spaces, creating a spontaneous and warm atmosphere.

The City of Angers coordinates the organization of the event, in partnership with local cultural associations and music venues in the city. Several stages are set up in different neighborhoods, allowing a wide audience to enjoy music close to home.

A moment of sharing and conviviality

The Fête de la Musique in Angers is a special moment of intergenerational sharing. Families, students, retirees, and tourists gather to celebrate music in all its forms. The festive atmosphere continues late into the evening, making this solstice night one of the liveliest of the year in Angers.

A reach across the metropolitan area

While the heart of the festival beats in the city center of Angers, many towns in the metropolitan area also organize their own musical events on the same evening, creating a festive network across the territory. Public transport on the Irigo network is reinforced for the occasion, facilitating festival-goers' travel.