Scènes Estivales d'Évian
Free open-air concerts every Friday in summer on the Évian-les-Bains port esplanade
About Scènes Estivales
The Scènes Estivales d'Évian are a series of free open-air concerts organized every summer by the City of Évian-les-Bains. Every Friday evening from mid-July to the end of August, the port esplanade hosts artists from the French and international scene for musical evenings overlooking Lake Geneva. With an eclectic program mixing pop, rock, French chanson, world music, and tropical groove, these summer events offer residents and vacationers moments of musical sharing in an exceptional setting between the lake and the mountains. Access is completely free, making the Scènes Estivales a highlight of the Evian summer accessible to all.
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The Scènes Estivales d'Évian: Free concerts overlooking Lake Geneva
The Scènes Estivales d'Évian are the unmissable musical event of the summer in Évian-les-Bains. Every Friday evening from mid-July to the end of August, the port esplanade transforms into an open-air concert stage, hosting renowned artists for free musical evenings overlooking Lake Geneva and the Swiss Alps.
An exceptional setting for musical evenings
The port esplanade of Évian-les-Bains offers a spectacular setting for these summer concerts. Facing Lake Geneva, with the Swiss peaks illuminated by the setting sun as a backdrop, spectators enjoy a unique atmosphere. The concerts start at 9:15 PM and last until around 11:15 PM, offering two hours of music under the stars.
An eclectic and high-quality program
The Scènes Estivales program is resolutely eclectic, offering a different musical universe each Friday. From French chanson to pop-rock, from world music to tropical groove, each evening is an invitation to a musical journey. Over the years, the festival has hosted established artists from the French scene: Superbus, Sylvain Duthu (singer of Boulevard des Airs), Ycare, Morgane Ji, and many others.
Five Fridays, five atmospheres
With five concerts scheduled over five consecutive Fridays (sometimes with calendar adjustments), the Scènes Estivales offer remarkable musical diversity. Each evening offers a different flavor: energetic pop-punk, intimate French chanson, electrifying afrobeat, tropical cumbia, or sensitive pop. This variety appeals to a wide audience, from families to the most discerning music lovers.
A free and popular event
Access to the Scènes Estivales is completely free, with no reservation required. This free access, desired by the City of Évian-les-Bains, makes these evenings a true highlight of the summer for the inhabitants of Chablais and the many vacationers staying on the shores of Lake Geneva. The atmosphere is friendly and relaxed, conducive to meeting people and sharing music.
Scènes Estivales — edition 2026
The 2026 edition of Scènes Estivales d'Évian is scheduled from mid-July to the end of August on the port esplanade. Five Friday evenings of free open-air concerts overlooking Lake Geneva, with a new eclectic program to discover.
Scènes Estivales d'Évian 2026
The Scènes Estivales d'Évian return in the summer of 2026 for a new season of free open-air concerts on the port esplanade. Every Friday evening from mid-July to the end of August, artists from the French and international scene will perform overlooking Lake Geneva for free musical evenings open to all.
The 2026 program, which will be announced in the spring, promises once again musical diversity worthy of previous editions.
Highlights Scènes Estivales 2026
- Five Friday evenings of free concerts
- Exceptional setting on the port esplanade overlooking Lake Geneva
- Eclectic program to discover
Prices Scènes Estivales 2026
Practical information — Scènes Estivales
Access
Location
Port Esplanade, Évian-les-Bains. The site is in the city center, a short walk from the train station and the CGN ferry terminal.
By car
From Thonon-les-Bains or Geneva, take the N5 towards Évian-les-Bains. Parking available in the city center and around the port.
By train
Évian-les-Bains station (TER from Annemasse/Geneva), a 5-minute walk from the port esplanade.
By boat
CGN connection from Lausanne and Swiss ports on Lake Geneva.
Schedule
Concerts on Friday evenings from mid-July to the end of August. Concerts start at 9:15 PM, ending around 11:15 PM.
Practical information
- Free entry without reservation
- Free access, subject to availability
- Bars and restaurants nearby on the port
- Outdoor event: bring warm clothing for the end of the evening
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Where does it take place — Scènes Estivales
Esplanade du port d'Évian-les-Bains
Esplanade du port, 74500 Évian-les-Bains