Fête de la Musique 2026 in Lyon: our must-see events!

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A giant open-air disco house @ Fresque des Lyonnais

Pepouze Lyon and Red Bull are going all out for this Fête de la Musique with a totally unique setup at Place Saint-Vincent. The concept? A 4x4 converted into a real mobile stage that will showcase DJ sets from TOMA and DOUBLE DÉLICE. From 5 PM to 11 PM, the banks will be alive with the sounds of disco house in an ultra-festive summer atmosphere. With cocktails, cold beers, and cooling plans in place to survive the heat, this spot is already set to become one of the epicenters of the celebration in the city center.

Place Saint-Vincent - Lyon 1st
Sunday, June 21 from 5 PM to 11 PM
Free entry


A 24-Hour DJ Marathon @ La Barge

Mixing for 24 hours non-stop: that's the crazy challenge that Alexandre Billard has set aboard La Barge. Titled “A Unique Moment of Life,” this event combines musical performance, artistic encounters, and well-being. Throughout the day and night, several guest artists will take turns on the decks in a B2B format. A pop-up UML Records shop and a massage area complete this immersive experience, sure to captivate both house music enthusiasts and the curious.

15 Quai du Général Sarrail - Lyon 6th
Sunday, June 21 from midnight
Free entry


A hotel transformed into a creative playground @ MOB Lyon

For the Music Festival, MOB Lyon is opening its doors wide and teaming up with the Airt de Famille collective. On the agenda: vinyl DJ sets presented by BMK Undergroove Records, creative workshops, flash tattoos, object customization, and even a mixing introduction for kids from 8 years old, thanks to SoundLab. With a musical atmosphere, artistic performances, and engaging activities, this venue turns into a true creative lab where both young and old can enjoy the entire afternoon.

55 quai Rambaud - Lyon 2nd
Sunday, June 21 from 3 PM to 9 PM
Free entry


Festival Les Grandes Heures @ La Commune

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Why limit ourselves to just one day when we can party for an entire weekend? For its first festival called Les Grandes Heures, La Commune is going big with three days of concerts, DJ sets, live graffiti, drag bingo, hip-hop, a piano bar, and themed nights. With performances from K3YNA, Kimani, the House of Morning Star, and special showcases from Club Silk, the food court in the 7th district promises a vibrant atmosphere from Friday to Sunday night.

3 rue Pré-Gaudry - Lyon 7
Friday, June 19 from 6 PM to 12:30 AM, Saturday, June 22 from 12 PM to 2:30 AM, and Sunday, June 21 from 12 PM to 10 PM
Free entry


Open air dolce Vita and Italian music @ Mimo

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The Mimo restaurant celebrates the Music Festival like a true vacation vibe! With a private street, Spritz Bar, Italian specialties, and an outdoor atmosphere, this day is all about dolce vita. Starting at 2:30 PM, the band Canoa takes the audience on a sunny journey to Brazil with their lively sounds, then it’s time for several Lyon DJs to bring you a feel-good back-to-back set. It’s the perfect spot for those who want to enjoy the music while keeping an eye on their Spritz drink.

14 rue de la Thibaudière - Lyon 7th
Sunday, June 21
from 2 PM to 9:30 PM
Free entry


DJ FY & Friends @ Delicatessen Lyon

If your perfect soundtrack for the Music Festival resonates with scratches, beats, and big hip-hop vibes, head over to Delicatessen in the 1st arrondissement. From 4 PM to 11 PM, DJ FY, a four-time DMC world champion, will take the helm at a festive open-air event alongside DJ Sunlet and Mr. Freddy. With an outdoor space and an air-conditioned room to catch your breath between tracks, the event promises an atmosphere that’s as friendly as it is electrifying. It’s a wonderful chance to see one of the greatest turntablists on the planet performing live, for free, right in the heart of Lyon.

6 rue de Savy - Lyon 1er
Sunday, June 21 from 4 PM to 11 PM
Free entry


Open-Air Concerts @ Vieux-Lyon

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Just like every year, the MJC of Vieux-Lyon turns Place Saint-Jean into an open-air concert hall. After performances by the students of its music school, the evening continues with several Lyonnais artists, each with their own unique style. From indie dance, garage pop, hyper pop, to electro, the lineup shines a spotlight on the emerging talents of the region. All set in one of the most iconic locations in the city.

Parc de la Mairie du 5ᵉ from 1 PM to 9 PM
Place Saint-Jean – MJC du Vieux-Lyon from 5 PM to 11:30 PM
Quai Romain Rolland from 6 PM to midnight
Free entry


Open air x DJ ELFIGO @ Le Tulum

At just 14 years old, ELFIGO already boasts over 1.3 million followers on Instagram and tens of millions of views. This young prodigy DJ will headline the Fête de la Musique organized at Tulum. It’s an event as original as it is intriguing that will give the people of Lyon a chance to discover one of the most promising musical phenomena of our time. Curiosity that’s sure to attract both electro music fans and lovers of new sensations.

10 place du Lieutenant Morel - Lyon 1er
Sunday, June 21 from 4 PM to 11 PM
Free entry


Open air XXL Parc Electro @ Parc de Gerland

Attention all bass lovers and high BPM fans! The Parc Electro is taking over Gerland Park with two stages and eleven hours of non-stop music. On one side, you'll find Tekno and Acid led by Le Pèlerinage and BFS-35HZ; on the other, Dub and Bass Music orchestrated by several must-see collectives from the Lyon scene. It's free or almost free thanks to its pay-what-you-want entry, making this event one of the biggest electro gatherings of the day!

Allée Pierre de Coubertin - Lyon 7e
Sunday, June 21 from 12 PM to 11 PM
Free entry with registration here


Les Invites Festival @ Villeurbanne

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More than just a musical gathering, Les Invites transforms Villeurbanne into a huge open-air stage from June 19 to 21. For this 19th edition, over 100 performances mixing street arts, concerts, and performances will fill the public spaces. With artists from 13 countries and a programming that is wonderfully inclusive, festive, and committed, this free festival continues to shine as one of the major cultural events of the metropolis.

All around Villeurbanne
From June 19 to 21, 2026
Free entry


Enchanted musical interlude @ Musée des Beaux-Arts in Lyon

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For those who prefer melodies over decibels, the Fine Arts Museum is hosting a Music Festival in a stunning setting. Between the gardens and the baroque refectory, several choirs will perform throughout the afternoon. Enjoy a musical comedy in tribute to Gustave Eiffel, world polyphonies, Renaissance songs, and works by Puccini – a program as elegant as it is transporting.

20 Place des Terreaux - Lyon 1st
Sunday, June 21 from 10 AM
Free entry


Concerts and activities @ Station Mue

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Head over to Station Mue for a family-friendly and festive Fête de la Musique by the water! Starting at 4 PM, there will be creative workshops, face painting, and giant wooden games to kick off the celebrations, followed by a series of concerts featuring four Lyonnais bands. Enjoy a mix of jazz, rock, funk, pop, electro, and disco on the stage at Bilbao Club while visitors can savor drinks and delicious offerings from the Korean food truck, Kim’s Bap. It’s a perfect, friendly atmosphere to enjoy the very first day of summer.

155 cours Charlemagne - Lyon 2e
Sunday, June 21 starting at 3 PM
Free entry