Fête de la Musique 2026 in Annecy: the complete guide

On Sunday, June 21, 2026, Annecy will transform into a vast open-air stage to celebrate the Fête de la Musique. Free concerts, musical strolls, choirs, electro, rock, jazz, reggae, and world dances: the city and its neighborhoods will offer dozens of events throughout the day and into the night. Here is everything you need to know to fully enjoy this 2026 edition.

Annecy celebrates the arrival of summer with music

Each year, the Fête de la Musique attracts thousands of spectators to the streets of Annecy. For this 2026 edition, several iconic city spaces will welcome amateur and professional artists in a friendly and festive atmosphere.

Stages will be set up by the lake, in the downtown gardens, in historic squares, as well as in several Annecy neighborhoods.

• Pâquier (delegated municipality of Annecy),
• Albiny Beach (delegated municipality of Annecy-le-Vieux),
• Jean Chamey Square (delegated municipality of Meythet),
• Mas des Jacobins (delegated municipality of Pringy),
• Town Hall Square (delegated municipality of Seynod),
• May 8, 1945 Garden (delegated municipality of Cran-Gevrier).

Access to all events is free.

Pâquier, the heart of contemporary music

As every year, the large space of Pâquier will host a lineup focused on contemporary music.

Throughout the evening, several artists will follow each other with styles ranging from electronic pop to indie rock, including house and electro sounds. This stage, organized with the support of Brise Glace, is expected once again to attract a large audience facing the lake.

Festive atmosphere at Albigny Beach

Albigny Beach will offer a particularly varied program. Spectators can discover pop-rock bands, jazz groups, local musical ensembles as well as artists mixing poetry, slam, and music. A great opportunity to enjoy the evening in an exceptional setting by Lake Annecy.

Jean Chamey Square stage in Meythet

Jean Chamey Square will welcome many artists as well as local musical ensembles. Blues, soul, jazz, rock, and afrobeat will be on the program in a friendly atmosphere complemented by catering areas.

Mas des Jacobins stage in Pringy

Mas des Jacobins will vibrate to the sound of rock, RnB, African music, and indie rock. Several concerts will follow one another in a festive atmosphere particularly appreciated by local residents.

Town Hall Square stage in Seynod

Town Hall Square will host an eclectic program blending rock, pop, folk, and African music. A family and open-to-all evening is announced.

May 8, 1945 Garden stage in Cran-Gevrier

Jean-Moulin Square will also join the festivities with several concerts organized throughout the evening and areas dedicated to catering and meetings.

Musical strolls through the city center streets

The original spirit of the Fête de la Musique will also be honored with several musical routes set up in the historic center.

Along the Thiou or in the shopping alleys, amateur musicians, acoustic groups, and street artists will be able to perform freely. These strolls allow one to rediscover the very essence of this popular festival: accessible music for all and present at every street corner.

Two walks are offered:

• Thiou Walk (from 20 Grande Rue d’Aléry to Île Saint-Joseph Park):
  • 800 m
  • 12 minutes on foot
• Jacquet Walk
  • 1.8 km
  • 6 minutes by bike
  • 19 minutes on foot

Each walk offers 4 points to play freely, thus 8 points in total.

The Gardens of Europe take on a guinguette atmosphere

In the Gardens of Europe, dance lovers will also have their dedicated space. The afternoon will begin with activities inspired by Caribbean rhythms and dance initiations. In the evening, popular balls with folk groups and orchestras inviting the public to join in the dance will take place. An ideal place to share a moment with family or friends.

• JAMAICAN BALL
  with the JAM’IN FAMILY!
  2pm – 2:30pm Caribbean and dance musical welcome
  2:30pm – 4pm Dancehall dance workshop with Leeloo (Jamaican urban dance)
• FOLK BALL
  with Gigouillette and Tutti from Croc’danse
  6pm – 7:15pm The TUTTI
  7:15pm – 10pm The GIGOUILLETTE

A lively day at Notre-Dame Square

Notre-Dame Square will host a particularly busy program. Throughout the day, wooden games, participatory shows, concerts, DJ sets, and dance demonstrations will follow each other. Styles will be numerous: hip-hop, rap, dancehall, rock, contemporary chanson, and world music.

It will undoubtedly be one of the liveliest places in the city center with activities planned from midday until evening.

• 4pm Set that’s my family by DJ CLK
• 6pm Hip-hop dance initiation and show by Antrax LMR
• 6:30pm Dancehall initiation and show by Jam’in Family
• 7pm 90s hip-hop set by DJ Excès
• 8pm Okaré concert
• 9pm 99rocky and guest concert
• 10pm Rap-club set by DJ CLK

Concerts in the exceptional setting of Saint-Pierre Cathedral

For those who prefer a more intimate atmosphere, Saint-Pierre Cathedral will welcome several vocal ensembles. Choirs, polyphonic ensembles, and gospel groups will fill this historic place to offer a musical moment full of emotion and spirituality.

• 6:30pm Quartet FOUR & MORE (4 choristers)
• 7:30pm TILLIER Choir (25 to 30 choristers)
• 8:30pm GOOD NEWS GOSPEL Choir (45 to 50 choristers)

Practical information

• Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026
• Main hours: from 5pm to 11pm depending on the sites
• Access: free at all stages
• Main locations: Pâquier, Albigny Beach, Gardens of Europe, Notre-Dame Square, Saint-Pierre Cathedral, and several Annecy neighborhoods
• Audience: all public
• Tip: prioritize traveling on foot, by bike or public transport to reach the city center.

An unmissable evening by the lake

Between the large stages of Pâquier, the intimate concerts in the historic center, and the many events organized in the neighborhoods, Annecy will offer one of the most beautiful Music Festivals of Haute-Savoie. A perfect occasion to celebrate the arrival of summer in an exceptional setting between lake and mountains.