Fête de Savigny-sur-Orge

The Fête de Savigny-sur-Orge: an active and festive town

Savigny-sur-Orge is a town in Essonne with approximately 36,000 inhabitants, crossed by the Orge river and its tributaries. Well-served by RER C and RER D, it benefits from a privileged geographical position in the outer suburbs of Paris. A dynamic town with a rich associative life, Savigny-sur-Orge offers a varied festive calendar throughout the year.

The festive calendar of Savigny-sur-Orge

The Savigny year is marked by several highlights:

• The Carnival of Leisure Centers (spring): a colorful parade organized by the municipal leisure centers with the children of the town
• The Nature Festival (May): 3rd edition of an event dedicated to biodiversity, with workshops, exhibitions, and nature-themed activities
• The Music Festival (June 21st): free concerts on the Grande Rue from 6 PM to 10 PM, with local artists and a participatory mural
• The Book Fair: meetings with authors and book signings
• Summer entertainment: open-air concerts, cinema, sports activities
• The National Day on July 14th

The Nature Festival in Savigny-sur-Orge

The Nature Festival is one of the most characteristic events in Savigny-sur-Orge. This event, in its 3rd edition in 2025, demonstrates the town's commitment to environmental preservation and biodiversity education. On the program: bird and insect identification workshops, introduction to natural gardening, plant exchanges, nature exhibitions, and conferences by environmental experts.

The Music Festival on Grande Rue

On June 21st, the Grande Rue of Savigny-sur-Orge transforms into an open-air music stage. From 6 PM to 10 PM, local and amateur artists perform for the residents to celebrate the music festival established in 1982. The event is complemented by a participatory mural that invites passers-by to express themselves artistically.

Cultural and associative life

Savigny-sur-Orge has numerous cultural, sports, and leisure associations that contribute to the town's animation throughout the year. The Parc Champagne, the town's central green space, regularly hosts open-air activities and festivities.

The Orge River: a natural asset

The Orge river flows through the town from north to south, offering landscaped banks for walks and outdoor activities. This waterway, whose valley constitutes an important ecological corridor, contributes to the natural charm of Savigny-sur-Orge.

2025 Edition

The 2025 festive season in Savigny-sur-Orge included the 3rd edition of the Nature Festival in May, the Carnival of leisure centers in spring, the Music Festival on June 21st on Grande Rue from 6 PM to 10 PM, and the National Day festivities in July.

2026 Edition

The 2026 season will continue these festive traditions with the Nature Festival, the Music Festival on Grande Rue in June, and the usual summer entertainment.