Fêtes Jean de La Fontaine

156th edition - "In Motion"

The 156th edition of the Fêtes Jean de La Fontaine, on the theme "In Motion", was held from June 21 to 23, 2024, with a sporting focus in echo to the Olympic year.

Program

Friday, June 21: Funfair opens on Place des États-Unis at 5 p.m. Concert by the Union Musicale on Place du Beau Richard at 9 p.m. Musical festival in the city center from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Saturday, June 22: Free mini-train in the morning. Afternoon of activities with sports introductions, workshops for children, and mini-train. Variety concert by Art Trio at 8 p.m. on Place du Beau Richard, followed by the concert by The Rabeats (Best of The Beatles) at 9:30 p.m. on Place de l'Hôtel de Ville. DJ Max closing the evening.

Sunday, June 23: Grand costume parade starting from Rue Carnot at 2:30 p.m. Exhibition of vintage cars and artistic performances. Concerts by The Ludes and Seven Ages at 8:30 p.m. Fireworks fired from the banks of the Marne at 11 p.m.

Highlights of the 2024 edition

• Theme "In Motion": sporting edition echoing the Olympic year
• The Rabeats: Beatles tribute concert on Saturday evening
• Grand costume parade with over 30 brass bands and troupes
• Fireworks on the banks of the Marne on Sunday at 11 p.m.
• Sporting activities and introductions along the Marne