Kiosque en Fête
The big musical evening of Stenay around the bandstand
About Kiosque en Fête
Music celebrated in the heart of Stenay
Kiosque en Fête has become a must-attend event in the musical and festive life of Stenay, a small town in the northern Meuse region known for its Beer Museum and historical heritage. Every year in June, the Place de la République transforms into a vast stage for concerts and festivities around the bandstand, attracting a large audience of all ages.
An intergenerational musical program
The Kiosque en Fête program spans musical styles to appeal to all generations. French chanson, rock, folk, pop, and festive covers follow one another throughout the evening, from 7 PM until late at night. Early editions featured local and regional bands, brass bands, and children's choirs, fostering a participatory and warm spirit.
The music school in the spotlight
The event traditionally highlights the local music school, whose students open the evening with performances showcasing their year-long work. This moment of sharing between student musicians and the audience is one of the event's highlights.
Gastronomy and conviviality
Kiosque en Fête is more than just concerts. A giant barbecue with local meats and fresh fries, a bar serving Meuse wines and local beers, champagne, soft drinks, coffee, and waffles are offered throughout the evening. About forty tables and benches set up under awnings around the bandstand create a festive guinguette atmosphere.
Strong local roots
The event is the result of collaboration between the Monts et Vallées de Meuse Tourist Office, the City of Stenay, the Communauté de communes du Pays de Stenay et du Val Dunois, and the Meuse Departmental Council. This partnership demonstrates the commitment to bringing the northern Meuse territory to life through popular and unifying events.
Stenay, a town of character
Stenay, located on the banks of the Meuse in the north of the department, is a small town with a rich historical and gastronomic heritage. Its famous European Beer Museum, housed in the former malting plant, testifies to the region's brewing tradition. Kiosque en Fête is part of this friendly and gourmet identity.
Kiosque en Fête — edition 2026
The 20th edition of Kiosque en Fête will take place on Friday, June 26, 2026, starting at 7 PM, on Place de la République in Stenay. For this anniversary, the Monts et Vallées de Meuse Tourist Office and the City of Stenay invite the public to gather around the bandstand for a grand free evening combining concerts, a giant barbecue, and a local wine and beer bar. On the program: the duo Christophe & Helmut, Morik, and Jo Has a Gun.
A 20th Anniversary Edition
In 2026, Kiosque en Fête celebrates its twentieth anniversary. On Friday, June 26, from 7 PM, Place de la République in Stenay will transform into a large open-air stage around the bandstand. As every year, admission is free, and the evening continues late into the night in a "guinguette" atmosphere, under marquees where tables and benches are set up.
A Festive and Intergenerational Program
To mark this anniversary, the event brings together local groups and those from further afield. The evening highlights chanson, rock, and pop, featuring:
- Christophe & Helmut — a duo that energetically revisits a festive and catchy repertoire.
- Morik — a Guadeloupean artist, who presents his mixed-pop live show in a trio, with humanist lyrics and a unique groove, blending contemporary music and Creole traditions.
- Jo Has a Gun — a pop-rock band to close the evening in an electric atmosphere.
Surprise animations will punctuate the evening to celebrate this twenty-year milestone.
Gastronomy and Conviviality
For dining, the usual formula that makes the event a success is back: a giant barbecue with local meats and fresh fries, a bar with Meuse wines and local beers, champagne, cold drinks, coffee, and waffles, to be enjoyed throughout the evening around the bandstand.
Programme Kiosque en Fête 2026
Friday, June 26, 2026 — from 7 PM, Place de la République
- Christophe & Helmut — festive and catchy duo
- Morik — mixed-pop in a trio (Guadeloupean artist, contemporary music and Creole traditions)
- Jo Has a Gun — pop-rock
Concerts continuously from 7 PM until late into the night. Giant barbecue, Meuse wine bar, local beers, and on-site catering. Free admission.
Highlights Kiosque en Fête 2026
- 20th anniversary edition of Kiosque en Fête
- Free musical evening around Stenay's bandstand
- Concerts: Christophe & Helmut, Morik, Jo Has a Gun
- Giant barbecue, Meuse wines, and local beers in a "guinguette" atmosphere
Prices Kiosque en Fête 2026
Practical information — Kiosque en Fête
Access
Stenay is located in the north of the Meuse department, 45 km from Verdun and 30 km from Montmédy.
- By car: From Verdun, follow the D964 north (approx. 40 minutes). From Sedan, D947 (approx. 35 minutes).
- By train: Stenay station (TER Verdun-Sedan line).
Location
Place de la République, 55700 Stenay, around the bandstand.
Hours
Friday evening from 7 PM.
Prices
Free admission. Food and drinks are paid for on site.
Contact
Monts et Vallées de Meuse Tourist Office
Phone: 03 29 80 64 22
Website: montsetvalleesdemeuse.com
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Where does it take place — Kiosque en Fête
Place de la République
Place de la République, Stenay, 55700 Stenay