Fête de la Musique in Fontenay-sous-Bois
Conservatory, world music and jazz by the Bois de Vincennes
About Fête de la Musique de Fontenay
The Fête de la Musique in Fontenay-sous-Bois: Artistic Excellence and Conviviality
In Fontenay-sous-Bois, the Fête de la Musique stands out with a dual ambition: to showcase local musical practice through conservatory students and to offer the public an exceptionally high-quality world music concert. This combination, supported by the town hall and local cultural associations, makes the Fontenay-sous-Bois Fête de la Musique an event that is both popular and demanding.
The Conservatory Celebrates at the Jean-François Voguet Theater
The day begins in the afternoon with concerts by students from the municipal conservatory of Fontenay-sous-Bois. Numerous classes and ensembles perform: percussion, flute, guitar, wind orchestras, and string orchestras take turns on stage to show the progress made throughout the year.
In 2025, due to the heat, these concerts were exceptionally moved from the Jacques-Brel hall to the Jean-François Voguet theater, offering an air-conditioned and comfortable setting for the young musicians and their audience. From 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM, about thirty musical groups enchanted the public in this quality cultural venue.
Musiques au Comptoir: 24 Years of World Music
The true uniqueness of the Fête de la Musique in Fontenay-sous-Bois is the concert organized by the association Musiques au Comptoir. For 24 consecutive years, this association has offered a major world music concert every June 21st in a festive and friendly atmosphere.
In 2025, for its 24th and final edition, Musiques au Comptoir invited Teofilo Chantre, a world-renowned Cape Verdean guitarist and singer, notably known for his long collaboration with the diva Cesaria Evora. Accompanied by his quartet and two Cape Verdean singers, Ceuzany and Mariame Ramos, he presented 2 hours of music for listening and dancing, transporting the audience to the heart of Cape Verdean morna and coladeira.
Local Blues and Rock
The Fontenay-sous-Bois Fête de la Musique also hosts local bands. The group Adena Strompers Blues Band offers an accessible and friendly blues-rock concert, true to the spirit of musical sharing that is at the heart of the Fête de la Musique.
Fontenay-sous-Bois, a Town at the Edge of the Bois de Vincennes
Fontenay-sous-Bois is a commune in the Val-de-Marne department nestled at the edge of the Bois de Vincennes, east of Paris. With its green spaces, quality cultural facilities (Jean-François Voguet theater, Elsa Triolet media library), and a dense network of associations, the town cultivates an active and diverse cultural life. The Fête de la Musique is an annual event that remains true to the original spirit of the festival: music for everyone, everywhere, for free.
Fête de la Musique de Fontenay — edition 2026
From June 19 to 21, 2026, Fontenay-sous-Bois celebrates the Fête de la Musique over three days. On the program: a musical and artistic parade at the Frida Kahlo school, concerts by students from the Guy Dinoird conservatory (brass, drums, strings, winds, choral singing) at the Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe and the Jean-François Voguet theater, and a festive evening in the Alouettes district with DJs and bands until midnight.
2026 Edition: three days of music from June 19 to 21
For 2026, Fontenay-sous-Bois's Fête de la Musique extends over three days, from Friday, June 19 to Sunday, June 21. The municipality and the Guy Dinoird conservatory coordinate a rich program bringing together students, classical ensembles, cultural associations, and festive neighborhood evenings.
Friday, June 19 — Opening at the Frida Kahlo School of Arts
The edition opens on Friday, June 19 at 6 PM with a parade and musical and artistic happening in the streets surrounding the Frida Kahlo School of Arts. Students and teachers animate this kick-off with a journey blending music, images, and ideas.
Saturday, June 20 — Guy Dinoird Conservatory: brass, percussion, and choral singing
On Saturday, June 20, students from the Guy Dinoird conservatory take over the Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe and the Jean-François Voguet theater:
- 11:15 AM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet: musical show based on adaptations of Le Roman de la Momie by the choral singing classes (3rd and 4th year) and the classical dance class
- 2:30 PM — Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe: concert by the conservatory's brass classes
- 4 PM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet: vocal concert based on Molière's work by the 2nd-year choral singing class
- 4:30 PM — Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe: drum orchestra with young students from the ECGP drum class
Sunday, June 21 — The official Fête de la Musique day
On Sunday, June 21, the official Fête de la Musique day and summer solstice, the program reaches its climax:
- 2:30 PM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet: concert by the string orchestras, guitar ensembles, flute classes, and lyrical singing classes of the conservatory
- 5:15 PM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet: concert by the wind orchestras and percussion ensembles of the Guy Dinoird conservatory
- Halle Roublot — Concerts offered by the Culture Bulle association
- Salle Jacques-Brel — Program presented by the L'Espérance association
- 5 PM to midnight — Quartier des Alouettes — DJs, live bands, dance, food, and refreshments provided by the Alouettes neighborhood committee
An intergenerational and free program
The entire 2026 edition is held with free and open access. Concerts in venues (Théâtre Jean-François Voguet, Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe) may require prior registration depending on venue capacity. Outdoor activities in the Alouettes district are freely accessible to all audiences.
Programme Fête de la Musique de Fontenay 2026
Friday, June 19, 2026
- 6 PM — École d'arts Frida Kahlo · Musical parade and artistic happening in the surrounding streets
Saturday, June 20, 2026
- 11:15 AM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet · Musical show based on Le Roman de la Momie, choral singing classes (3rd/4th year) and classical dance class
- 2:30 PM — Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe · Concert by the brass classes of the Guy Dinoird conservatory
- 4 PM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet · Vocal concert based on Molière, 2nd-year choral singing class
- 4:30 PM — Espace Culturel Gérard Philipe · Drum orchestra, young students from the ECGP drum class
Sunday, June 21, 2026
- 2:30 PM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet · String orchestras, guitar ensembles, flute classes, and lyrical singing classes of the conservatory
- 5:15 PM — Théâtre Jean-François Voguet · Wind orchestras and percussion ensembles of the Guy Dinoird conservatory
- All day — Halle Roublot · Concerts presented by the Culture Bulle association
- All day — Salle Jacques-Brel · Program by the L'Espérance association
- 5 PM to 12 AM — Quartier des Alouettes · DJs, live bands, dance, food, and refreshments by the Alouettes neighborhood committee
Highlights Fête de la Musique de Fontenay 2026
- Three-day edition (June 19-21, 2026), compared to a usual one-day event in most cities
- Rich program from the Guy Dinoird conservatory: brass, percussion, strings, wind ensembles, choral singing, classical dance
- Original thematic shows: musical adaptation of Le Roman de la Momie and concert based on Molière
- Festive evening until midnight in the Alouettes district with DJs and live bands
- Completely free and open access
Prices Fête de la Musique de Fontenay 2026
Practical information — Fête de la Musique de Fontenay
Practical Information
Venues
Several locations in Fontenay-sous-Bois (94120):
- Théâtre Jean-François Voguet (conservatory concerts)
- Outdoor space for Musiques au Comptoir concerts and local bands
Access
By RER: Line A, Fontenay-sous-Bois station, then a 5–10 minute walk to the center.
By Metro: Line 1, Château de Vincennes station, then bus towards Fontenay-sous-Bois.
By Bus: RATP lines serving Fontenay-sous-Bois (buses 114, 124, 325...).
By Car: Accessible via Avenue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny (RD15). Parking available in the town center.
Times
- Conservatory concerts (Théâtre Jean-François Voguet): 2:30 PM – 6:30 PM
- Musiques au Comptoir concert: evening
- Adena Strompers Blues Band: evening
Admission
Free admission for outdoor concerts. Some indoor concerts may require registration.
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Where does it take place — Fête de la Musique de Fontenay
Théâtre Jean-François Voguet / Espaces extérieurs
Avenue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny, 94120 Fontenay-sous-Bois