Fête de la Musique de Clermont-Ferrand
The national music celebration in the streets of Clermont-Ferrand
2026
About Fête de la Musique Clermont
Fête de la Musique Clermont — edition 2026
An edition focused on the fundamentals
For 2026, the City of Clermont-Ferrand is returning to the principle that founded the event: "Music everywhere, concert nowhere." There is no hierarchy between artists, practices, or musical genres—the festival remains, above all, open to amateurs and spontaneous initiatives that take over the public space.
Participate as a musician or organizer
Concerts must be registered on the national platform fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr. Organizations wishing to set up a stage must obtain prior authorization from the City: a request for public space occupancy, assembly certificates for marquees, and compliance with standards applicable to temporary electrical installations.
The municipality is implementing a traffic plan to ensure public safety and facilitate city access, inspecting installations to rule out any electrical risks, and reminding everyone of Vigipirate security measures and the need to respect public peace. Information: [email protected].
Highlights Fête de la Musique Clermont 2026
- Fourteen hours of electronic open-air music at Le Potache, featuring eleven artists from the Clermont-Ferrand scene (Sunday, June 21, from 11:00 AM)
- The Molo Molo label evening at place du Mazet, from 5:00 PM to 1:00 AM, with La Grange Africaine and Au Fût
- The R.B.O. Big Band and its twenty-four musicians and singers at the restaurant La Place, from 5:00 PM to 11:00 PM
- Three bands paying tribute to Oasis, Blur, and Radiohead at the British Book Club (Headshrinkers, Beetlebum, Bodysnatchers)
- Not Your Mom, a collective of eight women behind the decks, on the Fluide Glacière stage the day before
- Four choirs gathered at the Petit Théâtre de Vallières at 8:30 PM
Programme Fête de la Musique Clermont 2026
Sunday, June 21, 2026
- From 11:00 AM — Bucolic Open Air at Le Potache (3 rue Claude-Baccot): eleven artists, mostly from the local scene, take turns with DJ sets and performances for fourteen hours of non-stop music, day and night · electronic music
- From 4:00 PM — Kpiten Lui's and Uni-T in front of the restaurant Les Saveurs d'Afrique (1 place des Bugues) · festive reggae
- 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM — Evening with the local label Molo Molo, place du Mazet, featuring La Grange Africaine and Au Fût: DJ sets and live performances by the label's artists · contemporary music
- 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM — R.B.O. Big Band at the restaurant La Place (69 bis boulevard François-Mitterrand): twenty-four musicians and singers performing a festive, danceable, family-friendly pop repertoire, followed by a DJ set
- In the evening — Rock stage at the British Book Club (3 rue Claude-Baccot) with Headshrinkers, Beetlebum, and Bodysnatchers, paying tribute to Oasis, Blur, and Radiohead
- In the evening — 3rd edition of the Chapelier Toqué rock stage: Anna Karenine's, Dolores (shoegaze), and Montagne Rouge (psycho-kraut rock), followed by an open-air DJ set by Yo&Co with a light show
- In the evening — La Bamboche takes over the pop-up garden at Maison Bouture: musical marquee, DJ sets by DJ JKR and Daveedj, and a Brazilian-style batucada · free entry, no reservation required
- 8:30 PM — Choirs and choral groups at the Petit Théâtre de Vallières (1 rue Volney): Le Piccolo Coro Italiano, Arc en Ciel, Si on chantait, and Les Briques Bleues
Saturday, June 20, 2026 — The day before, with Fluide Glacière
- From 1:00 PM — Open stage next to square Beaupeyras: everyone is invited to come and play, solo or in a group
- 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM — Community center, rue Abbé-Prévost: Foxhole, Shezlöng, La Sesenta Y Tres, Not Your Mom, and the Fanfare de l'Extrême take the stage one after another · free entry
Prices Fête de la Musique Clermont 2026
Fête de la Musique Clermont — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held on 21 June 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Fête de la Musique Clermont
Access
The Fête de la Musique takes place throughout downtown Clermont-Ferrand.
- By tram: Jaude, Gaillard, Place Delille stops (lines A and B).
- By car: Downtown parking lots (Jaude, Gaillard, Blatin). Traffic will be disrupted on the evening of June 21st.
- By train: Clermont-Ferrand SNCF station is a 10-minute walk from the center.
Location
Streets, squares, bars, and cultural venues in downtown Clermont-Ferrand.
Hours
From the afternoon until late at night. The first concerts usually start around 3-4 PM and continue until midnight or even later in some venues.
Prices
Free entry on all outdoor stages. Some private venues (bars, clubs) may charge an entrance fee.
Contact
City of Clermont-Ferrand
Culture Department
Website: clermont-ferrand.fr
National platform: fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr
Accessibility
Outdoor stages in the downtown squares are generally accessible to people with reduced mobility. Accessibility in bars and private venues varies by establishment.
Accommodation nearby
Clermont-Ferrand offers a wide choice of accommodation: hotels of all categories, bed and breakfasts, youth hostels, and seasonal rentals.
Dining on site
Restaurants, bars, and terraces downtown are open and participate in the festive atmosphere of the evening.
Recommended equipment
Wear comfortable shoes for walking around the streets. Depending on the weather, consider bringing a light jacket for the evening.
Photography and social media
Photography is allowed everywhere in public spaces. Share your best moments with the hashtag #FeteDeLaMusique and follow the official page of the City of Clermont-Ferrand on social media.
Music takes over the streets of Clermont-Ferrand
Every June 21st, the Fête de la Musique transforms Clermont-Ferrand into a huge open-air stage. From Place de Jaude to the alleys of old Clermont, via Place Saint-Pierre and the terraces of downtown bars, music resonates everywhere and for everyone. This national event, created in 1982 by Jack Lang, then Minister of Culture, has become a must-attend event in Clermont's cultural life.
A return to the fundamentals
For each edition, the City of Clermont-Ferrand proposes a return to the fundamentals of the Fête de la Musique: without hierarchy of practices and genres, in order to unite a maximum of artists and talents during this great popular celebration. The original spirit of the festival is thus preserved, valuing spontaneity, diversity, and musical sharing.
All musical genres honored
The Fête de la Musique in Clermont-Ferrand celebrates music in all its diversity:
- Jazz: jazz ensembles in bars and squares downtown
- Rock and pop: local and regional bands on outdoor stages
- Rap and hip-hop: the Clermont urban scene represented
- French chanson: singer-songwriters in pedestrian streets
- Classical music: ensembles and soloists in heritage sites
- World music: sounds from all continents
- Electronic music: DJ sets in bars and clubs in the city
- Gospel and soul: choirs and powerful voices for emotional moments
Iconic venues for music
The Fête de la Musique takes over many iconic venues in Clermont-Ferrand:
Squares and public spaces
- Place Saint-Pierre: one of the main stages in the heart of the historic center, hosting jazz, rap, and world music concerts
- Place de Jaude: the city's large central square
- Place de la Victoire: an open stage for amateur and professional musicians
- Pedestrian streets downtown: street musicians and spontaneous performances
Bars and cultural venues
- La Bambochella: programming of rock and variety concerts
- Le Still: musical evening with DJs and live bands
- La Coopérative de Mai: special programming in the Clermont SMAC (music and contemporary arts center)
- Places of worship: sacred and classical music concerts in churches and chapels
Amateur musicians welcome
One of the founding principles of the Fête de la Musique is its openness to all musicians, regardless of their level. In Clermont-Ferrand, amateur musicians are particularly encouraged to participate by setting up in the main downtown squares. No prior registration is required for artists wishing to play in the street: just find a spot and start playing.
The City of Clermont-Ferrand, organizer
The City of Clermont-Ferrand coordinates the organization of the Fête de la Musique in conjunction with the Ministry of Culture. The municipality provides stages, sound equipment, and ensures the safety of the event. Concert registrations are centralized on the national platform fetedelamusique.culture.gouv.fr.
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