Multitude

Multitude: The Celebration of Diversity in Seine-Saint-Denis

Launched in 2023, the Multitude biennale has established itself in two editions as one of the major cultural events of the department of Seine-Saint-Denis. Supported by the Departmental Council of 93, this popular and free event aims to place the territory on the map of major French cultural events while celebrating the exceptional richness of its human and artistic diversity.

Parc Georges-Valbon, a Giant Setting for a Giant Festival

The Parc Georges-Valbon in La Courneuve, with its 415 hectares, is one of the largest parks in Île-de-France. This "green lung" in the north of the department offers an exceptional setting for a festival as ambitious as Multitude: large lawns for open-air concerts, shaded paths for artistic strolls, and multiple spaces for installations and activities. Each edition, tens of thousands of visitors gather there for three days of festivities.

Concerts, Artists, and Headliners

Each edition, Multitude features artists representative of the musical diversity of 93 and beyond. During the second edition in July 2025, the festival brought together artists such as Vitaa, KeBlack, Mo'Kalamity, Faada Freddy, and many others, confirming its ability to attract top headliners in an entirely free context. The musical programming encompasses urban music, soul, reggae, world music, and many other genres.

Participatory Culture at the Heart of the Project

Beyond the concerts, Multitude stands out for its participatory and inclusive programming that places residents at the heart of the festival. Immersive beatmaking workshops, dance initiations (Serbian dances, gwoka, Bengali, Andean, and many others), a fashion show featuring a hundred residents dressed by Flashmode Paris, an international gastronomy village, debates, and artistic performances make up an exceptionally rich and diverse program.

A Political and Cultural Project for the 93

Multitude is also a strong political project: that of affirming the pride and creativity of a territory too often reduced to its social difficulties. By highlighting the artists, associations, and communities that make the richness of 93, the biennale contributes to changing the perception of this department and creating a shared sense of belonging. It follows in the tradition of popular and free events that have made Seine-Saint-Denis a cultural reputation.