Fête de Saint-Michel-sur-Orge
The City Festival of Saint-Michel-sur-Orge in the Orge Valley
2026
About Fête de la Ville SMO
Fête de la Ville SMO — edition 2026
The Saint-Michel-sur-Orge City Festival takes place on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026, in the Vallée de l'Orge, near the COSEC Tony Guigonis and the swimming pool. Enjoy two free days featuring a forum of around a hundred associations, international food stalls, club demonstrations on stage, the « Bonne idée tribute » concert dedicated to Jean-Jacques Goldman on Saturday at 8:30 PM, fireworks at 10:30 PM at the Lucien Simon stadium, and a dance party until 2:00 AM. On Sunday morning, the 9th Course en Or runs for « Ayden, un combat pour la vie »; the giant karaoke moves to Sunday afternoon this year.
2026 City Festival
The 2026 City Festival takes place on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6 in the Vallée de l'Orge, near the COSEC Tony Guigonis and the swimming pool. Admission and activities are free.
The association forum runs throughout both days: volunteers from around a hundred sports clubs, leisure and solidarity associations will be showcasing their activities and taking registrations for the season. International food stalls will be open Saturday until 1:00 AM and Sunday until 5:00 PM.
On Saturday, fifteen associations will take turns on stage from 1:00 PM to 7:15 PM for demonstrations, followed by the prize-giving for the scavenger hunt, the « Mai à vélo » awards, and the « Biodiversité » photo exhibition starting at 7:20 PM. The evening kicks off at 8:30 PM with « Bonne idée tribute », a band covering the hits of Jean-Jacques Goldman, followed by fireworks at 10:30 PM at the Lucien Simon stadium, and a DJ-led dance party from 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM.
On Sunday morning, the 9th Course en Or departs from the Lucien Simon stadium to support the « Ayden, un combat pour la vie » association, which fights against pediatric cancers. There are two non-competitive routes of 3.4 km and 7.3 km; strollers, baby carriers, and leashed pets are welcome. Registration is €5, and free for children under 8. Remote participation is possible throughout September as part of #SeptembreEnOr. Previous edition stats: 2,741 participants and €24,191 raised in 2025, for a total of €138,895 since 2018.
New for 2026: the giant karaoke moves to Sunday afternoon, from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM.
Highlights Fête de la Ville SMO 2026
- « Bonne idée tribute » concert, Jean-Jacques Goldman covers, Saturday at 8:30 PM
- Fireworks at Lucien Simon stadium, Saturday at 10:30 PM
- Dance party with DJ, Saturday from 11:00 PM to 2:00 AM
- 9th Course en Or supporting « Ayden, un combat pour la vie », Sunday from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Giant Karaoke, now on Sunday from 1:30 PM to 4:30 PM
- Forum featuring around a hundred associations, both days
Programme Fête de la Ville SMO 2026
Saturday, September 5, 2026 — Vallée de l'Orge
- 11:00 AM — Festival Opening
- 11:00 AM - 6:30 PM — Association Forum and activities
- 11:00 AM - 1:00 AM — International food stalls
- 1:00 PM - 7:15 PM — Association stage demonstrations: APES, Kaïnéo, Point d'Émergence, Harmonie et Compagnie, Ensemble ARVI et PSOS, Structures Sonores Baschet, Uni'Danse, La Salle d'Armes École Ancienne du Val d'Orge, La Geste de l'Hurepoix, Traits d'Unions Danses, Association JN Capoeira, Saint-Michel Taekwondo91, SMS Karaté, Agymo (Association gymnique de l'Orge), Dream to Music
- From 7:20 PM — On stage: scavenger hunt prize draw and awards, « Mai à vélo » awards, « Biodiversité » photo exhibition awards
- 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM — « Bonne idée tribute » concert, featuring the hits of Jean-Jacques Goldman · main stage
- 10:30 PM — Fireworks display · Lucien Simon stadium
- 11:00 PM - 2:00 AM — Dance party with DJ · main stage
Sunday, September 6, 2026 — Vallée de l'Orge
- 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM — Final on-site registration and check-in for the 9th Course en Or · Lucien Simon stadium
- 9:15 AM — Zumba warm-up, open to all
- 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM — Course en Or: 10:00 AM start for the long loop (7.3 km), 10:05 AM start for the short loop (3.4 km), 10:10 AM start for walkers, 11:00 AM - 11:15 AM return of participants
- 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM — Association Forum, activities, and international food stalls
- 12:45 PM - 1:30 PM — Concert by the Ensemble Harmonique · main stage
- 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM — Giant Karaoke · main stage
- 4:35 PM — Déclic 91 award ceremony
- 4:45 PM — Prize draw and awards for the Collectik association
- 4:55 PM — Scavenger hunt prize draw and awards
Ongoing, both days
- Association Forum: around a hundred sports clubs, leisure and solidarity associations, with on-site registration
- International food stalls: Saturday until 1:00 AM, Sunday until 5:00 PM
- Free activities: Enchanted Forest and Double Reaper inflatable structures, photo booth, scavenger hunt, duck fishing, large trampoline, giant chess set
- Early childhood area: giant blocks, sensory awakening, motor skills course, wooden games
- Ponies, near the welcome desk (see festival map)
- Urban game along the valley: pick up the game booklet and materials at the Heritage, Archives and Documentation stand; allow 1 to 1.5 hours, free and no registration required ([email protected])
- Municipal service stands: early childhood, youth, disability support, Seniors' House, Baschet Cultural Center, School of Arts, archives and heritage. Information desk with festival maps, lost and found, new resident registration, baby changing area
- « Les dessins en Or »: children can drop off their drawings for hospitalized children at the Course en Or stand
- « Biodiversité » photo exhibition
Prices Fête de la Ville SMO 2026
Course en Or (Sunday): registration is €5, free for children under 8, with proceeds supporting the fight against pediatric cancers. Register online at lacourseenor.saintmichelsurorge.fr, or on-site via cash, credit card, or check during the City Festival. The City recommends registering online or on Saturday, September 5 at the Course en Or stand.
Practical information — Fête de la Ville SMO
Practical Information
Location
Orge Valley (near the swimming pool and the COSEC), 91240 Saint-Michel-sur-Orge.
Access
By RER: RER C, Saint-Michel-sur-Orge station.
By car: D7 or N7 towards Saint-Michel-sur-Orge. Parking near the COSEC.
On foot or by bike: Orge Valley cycle paths.
Admission
Free event and open to all.
Contact
Saint-Michel-sur-Orge Town Hall: 01 69 80 29 29
Official website: www.saintmichelsurorge.fr
The Saint-Michel-sur-Orge Town Festival: Two Days in the Orge Valley
Saint-Michel-sur-Orge (91240) is a town in the Essonne department with over 22,000 residents. Nestled along the banks of the Orge river, it boasts excellent sports and cultural facilities and a vibrant community life. Every year in early September, the town hosts its Town Festival, two days of celebrations in the heart of the Orge Valley.
The Orge Valley
The festival takes place in the Orge Valley, near the swimming pool and the COSEC Tony Guigonis sports complex. This green space, crossed by the river, hosts the main stage, the community village, international food stalls, and games. The fireworks display is launched from the nearby Lucien Simon stadium.
Two Days, Two Vibes
Saturday night goes late: enjoy community performances on stage throughout the afternoon, an early evening concert, fireworks, and a dance party that lasts until the small hours. Sunday is more focused on sports and family fun. The day kicks off at the Lucien Simon stadium with the 'Course en Or', a charity run and walk supporting the fight against pediatric cancer, followed by festivities that continue until late afternoon.
The Community Forum
Around a hundred sports clubs, leisure groups, and charitable organizations host stands throughout the weekend, where you can sign up on the spot. It is the essential back-to-school event for Saint-Michel residents looking for a new activity for the season.
Free Entertainment
From bouncy castles, scavenger hunts, and photo booths to duck fishing, giant trampolines, giant chess, and a dedicated area for toddlers, all activities are free, just like admission. Municipal services also host information stands, and international food stalls provide refreshments throughout both days.
Other Saint-Michel Events
The town also organizes the 'Ronde Saint-Michelloise' (a running race in April), the Christmas Market (late November), and the 'Village Vacances' (from mid-July to mid-August).
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