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Fete de la musique

Did you know a US musician inspired France’s Fête de la Musique?

The French government launched the musical festival in 1982 but the idea for such an event was conceived several years earlier

What is France’s Fête de la musique and what is going on near me?

From traditional sounds in Brittany to a beach party in Marseille, the music extravaganza is a key date in France’s cultural calendar

Tax, gardens open, property form, strikes: Key dates in France in June

From neighbourhood parties to the annual music festival, we look at what is happening this month in France

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La Fête de la musique turns 40: events planned around France

Over the years, the festival has grown increasingly popular. We look at how to find concerts near you

Fête de la musique: What you can and cannot do this year

The national music festival, which started in 1982, takes place today with thousands of concerts planned. We look at the rules in place due to the Covid-19 pandemic

Masks and 23:00 curfew for France’s June 21 Fête de la musique

The annual event sees musicians take to the streets to offer free and often spontaneous concerts

Elton John and President Macron unite against AIDS

The singer Elton John has joined with President Emmanuel Macron to call for more international support in the fight against AIDS.

Superstar Elton John kicks off French farewell tour

British singer and pianist Elton John has begun the French leg of his global farewell tour, just days ahead of being awarded la Légion d'Honneur - France's highest civilian honour - by President Macron at the Élysée Palace this week.

Diverse offerings, from country to classical

There is such an eclectic range of festivals and concerts to enjoy that music lovers are spoilt for choice in France

Hot food banned from Fête de la Musique in France

All hot food - from hot dogs to Merguez sandwiches to simple crèpes - has been banned from an Alsace Fête de la Musique festival over safety concerns.

Elysée stages electro concert for Fête de la Musique

Five artists will perform at four-hour celebration of French electronic music in Palace's main courtyard

Fete de la musique

Did you know a US musician inspired France’s Fête de la Musique?

What is France’s Fête de la musique and what is going on near me?

Tax, gardens open, property form, strikes: Key dates in France in June

La Fête de la musique turns 40: events planned around France

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