Zikametz Festival
Contemporary music festival at Les Trinitaires in Metz
About Zikametz
Zikametz is a contemporary music festival created in 2004 in Metz. Organized by the Zikamine team in collaboration with Cité musicale-Metz, it is held every autumn in the Trinitaires chapel and its basement, emblematic venues of the Metz music scene. The festival offers a sharp and eclectic program mixing emerging artists, local talents, and confirmed names from the contemporary scene, with concerts spanning rock, electro, hip-hop, pop, and experimental music.
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The Metz Music Scene in Full Swing
Since 2004, the Zikametz Festival has been a must-attend event for contemporary music in Metz. Driven by the Zikamine team in partnership with Cité musicale-Metz, it embodies the creative energy and musical diversity of the Metz scene. In just a few editions, the festival has established itself as a talent scout and a convergence point for fans of contemporary music.
A Sharp and Eclectic Program
Zikametz's program is designed as a musical journey through genres and aesthetics. From rock to electro, hip-hop to pop, as well as experimental music and post-punk, the festival embraces a resolutely avant-garde artistic line. Each edition mixes emerging artists on the rise, local talents from the Grand Est region, and confirmed national and international names.
Discovery as a Driving Force
One of Zikametz's strengths lies in its ability to unearth tomorrow's artists. Many bands programmed at the festival in their early days have gone on to achieve national recognition. This discovery dimension makes the festival a popular event for curious music lovers and music industry professionals.
Les Trinitaires: An Exceptional Setting
The festival takes place in the Trinitaires chapel and its basement, in the heart of Metz. These historic venues, converted into concert halls, offer remarkable acoustics and a unique atmosphere. The chapel's architectural setting, with its stone vaults, lends a quasi-sacred dimension to the concerts, while the basement offers a more intimate and underground vibe.
A Passionate Audience
Zikametz attracts a diverse audience, from students to forty-somethings, from novices to seasoned connoisseurs. The festival cultivates a friendly and relaxed atmosphere, reflecting its eclectic programming. Ticket prices remain accessible, in line with the organizers' desire to make live music accessible to as many people as possible.
A Player in Metz's Cultural Life
Integrated into the programming of Cité musicale-Metz, Zikametz contributes to the city's cultural dynamism and the vitality of its music scene. The festival participates in the contemporary music ecosystem in Moselle, in conjunction with other concert venues, rehearsal studios, and music associations in the region.
Zikametz — edition 2026
Zikametz Festival 2026 at Les Trinitaires. Two days of contemporary music with a curated lineup blending rock, electro, hip-hop, and pop.
Prices Zikametz 2026
Practical information — Zikametz
Access
The festival is held at Les Trinitaires, in the historic city center of Metz, a stone's throw from Place Saint-Louis.
- By train: Metz-Ville station, served by TGV from Paris (1h20), Strasbourg (1h30), and Luxembourg (50 min). Les Trinitaires is a 10-minute walk from the station, crossing the pedestrian city center.
- By car: Nearby highways A31 (Paris-Luxembourg axis) and A4 (Strasbourg-Paris axis). Nearest underground parking: Saint-Jacques (5 min walk) and Cathédrale (7 min walk). Note: the center of Metz is largely pedestrianized.
- By bus/tram: LE MET' network, Moyen-Pont or Saint-Louis stops (Mettis lines A and B), a 3-minute walk from Les Trinitaires.
- By bike: VélOstan'lib stations at Place Saint-Louis and in adjacent streets. Bicycle racks nearby.
Venue
Les Trinitaires, 12 rue des Trinitaires, 57000 Metz. A former chapel converted into a concert hall, Les Trinitaires offers two spaces: the chapel on the ground floor (capacity of about 350 people) and the vaulted basement (intimate atmosphere, reduced capacity). Both spaces have a bar. The exceptional acoustics of these historic venues give the concerts a unique dimension.
Ticketing
Several ticketing options are available: day pass (approx. €19-23), 2-day pass (approx. €30-37), and individual tickets for certain concerts. Some daytime or free-access concerts are free. Tickets are available for presale on the Cité musicale-Metz website and at usual points of sale (online ticket offices). On-site sales on the evening subject to availability. Reduced rates for students and those under 26.
Schedules
Concerts generally take place in the late afternoon and evening, from 6 PM to 2 AM. The precise schedule for each concert will be announced in the festival program.
Accessibility
The Trinitaires chapel is accessible to people with reduced mobility. The basement is accessible by stairs (limited access for PRM).
Contact
Cité musicale-Metz: www.citemusicale-metz.fr
Phone: 03 87 39 92 00
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Les Trinitaires
12 rue des Trinitaires, Metz, 57000 Metz