Fête de Pérouse - Fête de la Musique

The Fête de la Musique in Pérouse: Music in celebration at the heart of the village

Every June 21st, the commune of Pérouse (90160) celebrates the Fête de la Musique, established in France in 1982 by the Ministry of Culture. This village of about 1,200 inhabitants, located just 3 km southeast of Belfort, in the Territoire de Belfort, transforms for an evening into an open-air musical stage.

Outdoor Concerts and Festive Atmosphere

For this musical evening, Pérouse's public spaces host amateur musicians and local bands who perform for free for the enjoyment of the residents:

• Music Bands: rock, French variety, world music, jazz, or folk depending on the year
• Amateur Musicians: music school students, bands from the Belfort region
• Activities: festive atmosphere, refreshment stands, neighborly conviviality
• Stage or Dedicated Space: setup of public space for concerts

Pérouse, a Dynamic Village Near Belfort

Pérouse is surrounded by the communes of Chèvremont, Offemont, and Danjoutin. Its location 3 km from Belfort, with geographical coordinates of 47° 38' North and 6° 53' East, gives it access to a rich cultural and associative fabric. Pérouse associations naturally participate in the cultural events of Grand Belfort, of which the Fête de la Musique is one of the strong symbols.

Fête de la Musique, a National Tradition on a Village Scale

The Fête de la Musique on June 21st is celebrated all over France, from Paris to the smallest villages. In Pérouse, as in other communes of the Territoire de Belfort, it takes on a local and warm dimension. Musicians play in the streets, squares, or gardens, creating a unique moment of sharing where music is accessible to all, for free.