Fêtes Jean de La Fontaine

157th edition - "In Metamorphosis"

The 157th edition of the Fêtes Jean de La Fontaine, on the theme "In Metamorphosis", was held from June 20 to 22, 2025, promising a program full of color and surprises.

Program

Friday, June 20: Funfair opens at 5 p.m. on Place des États-Unis and Place Jean Moulin. Concert by the Union Musicale at 9 p.m. on Place du Beau Richard.

Saturday, June 21: Children's village from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. in the courtyard of the Hôtel-Dieu with theater, creative workshops, treasure hunt, laser game, face painting, and outdoor games (free access). Jousting demonstrations on the banks of the Marne from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Grand concert at Parc Saint-Joseph starting at 6 p.m.: Shape (local rock) from 8 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., Michael Jones (rock) at 9:30 p.m., followed by DJ sets by DRRICOO and LOUD3R from 11 p.m. to 1 a.m. Food and drinks available on site.

Sunday, June 22: Event village at the Hôtel-Dieu from 11:30 a.m. with activities, catering, and "Car Podium" games from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Grand costume parade starting from Rue Carnot at 2:30 p.m. towards Avenue Joussaume Latour with brass bands, street performer troupes, and artistic groups. Concert by Les Gaillards d'en Face (French rock) at 8:30 p.m. Fireworks fired from the banks of the Marne at 11 p.m.