Music Festival in Arles
Free concerts in the city center squares on June 21, 2026
About Music Festival in Arles
Every June 21, Arles celebrates the Fête de la Musique: amateur and professional musicians freely take over the squares and streets of the old town, from Place Voltaire to Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle. Organized by the City of Arles, the day is entirely free and mixes all styles, from gypsy jazz to rock, from Arlesian choirs to tribute concerts.
The Fête de la Musique in Arles
As everywhere in France since 1982, the Fête de la Musique transforms the city of Arles into an open-air stage every June 21. Music freely takes over public spaces, from late morning until the heart of the evening, in all genres and for all audiences.
A festival spread throughout the city center
The City of Arles annually sets up several open stages in the squares and small squares of the old town and neighborhoods: Place Voltaire, Place de la République, Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle, Salle des Pas Perdus, Espace Van-Gogh, as well as the Verrerie sector in Trinquetaille. The deliberately eclectic program features choirs, children's music workshops, jazz, 60s-70s rock, 80s variety, Latin music, and tribute concerts. Amateur practices hold a prominent place, alongside conservatory students and local groups.
Music Festival in Arles — edition 2026
The Fête de la Musique 2026 in Arles will take place on Sunday, June 21, free of charge in the city center. The City of Arles offers an eclectic program, from workshops and choirs during the day to evening concerts, spread across several squares and small squares.
Programme Music Festival in Arles 2026
Overview of the highlights announced for the 2026 edition, stage by stage:
Espace Van-Gogh — 11 AM-12 PM
Percussion workshops for children and a musical stroll to open the day.
Place Voltaire — 2 PM-8 PM
Music workshops open to ages 7 and up, followed by alternating concerts throughout the afternoon.
Salle des Pas Perdus — 3 PM-5:30 PM
Arlesian choirs take turns on stage.
Multiple Stages — 4 PM-6 PM
Gypsy concerts, DJ sets, 60s-70s rock, and female DJ selections spread across several points in the city center.
Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle — 6:30 PM-8 PM
Outdoor Latin concert.
Place de la République — 8:45 PM-10:45 PM
Tribute concert to the group ABBA to close the evening.
Other neighborhood stages, including the Verrerie sector in Trinquetaille, and associative initiatives complete this program throughout the city.
Highlights Music Festival in Arles 2026
- An eclectic program mixing jazz, rock, 80s variety, Latin music, and choirs.
- Percussion workshops and the musical stroll for children at Espace Van-Gogh.
- The ABBA tribute concert at Place de la République to close the evening.
- Several open stages spread across the old town center and Trinquetaille.
- 100% free event, from morning until evening.
Prices Music Festival in Arles 2026
Practical information — Music Festival in Arles
Practical Information
When: Sunday, June 21, 2026, from the first workshops in the morning until the evening concerts.
Where: In the city center of Arles, in the squares and small squares (Place Voltaire, Place de la République, Esplanade Charles-de-Gaulle, Salle des Pas Perdus, Espace Van-Gogh) and in the Verrerie sector in Trinquetaille.
Price: Free admission to all stages.
Access: The old town of Arles is easily explored on foot; prioritize parking on the outskirts on busy evenings.
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Where does it take place — Music Festival in Arles
Places du centre-ville et secteur de la Verrerie (Trinquetaille)