The Riviera Celebrates: Music Takes Over the Côte d’Azur

On June 21, 2025, the Côte d’Azur is set to come alive with sound and celebration. The Fête de la Musique returns—one of the summer’s most beloved events—drawing thousands of people into a region-wide, free musical celebration.

Concerts, performances, dance parties, and DJ sets will energize Nice, Monaco, and dozens of other towns, turning squares, gardens, harbors, and old towns into vibrant, inclusive venues for all styles and generations.

🎤 NICE: from jazz to European karaoke

At Parc du Ray (5–11 PM), join “Nice chante l’Europe!”, a collective karaoke with quizzes, entertainment, hit songs, and food trucks.
At Square Booth (Pessicart area), enjoy classical, jazz, rock, and dance from 6 to 9:45 PM.
A refined jazz concert takes place at Jardin de la Villa II Paradiso (5–6 PM) for a more intimate vibe.

🎧 MONACO: sea-view stage with MOSIMANN

At Quai Albert Ier, enjoy a spectacular DJ set by the famous MOSIMANN at 8:30 PM, following DJ Greenhigh at 8 PM. Free entry and beachside party vibes.

🎭 GOLFE-JUAN: Carnival comes to life

The festive Carnaval Darnega floats bring music and color to the town and the Old Port, starting at 9 PM.

🎷 CAGNES-SUR-MER: music in historic squares

From late afternoon into the night, expect jazz, international hits, French chanson, and local talents at Place de Gaulle, Place du Château, and more.

🎶 VENCE: five stages, one musical marathon

From 6 PM to midnight, dozens of bands will rotate across five stages in the city center for a nonstop celebration.

🎺 GRASSE: a musical stroll through town

Concerts and roaming performances fill Place aux Aires, Cours Honoré Cresp, and the historic center with festive energy.

💃 MANDELIEU-LA-NAPOULE: seven locations, one big celebration

Cuban music, zumba, Polynesian dances, live bands, and DJs across seven locations, for a dynamic, family-friendly evening.

🎸 MOUANS-SARTOUX: 10 stages, 200 musicians

A festival within the festival, with incredible variety and a welcoming atmosphere for kids and families alike.

📍 And elsewhere…

• Saint-Paul-de-Vence: pop, DJ sets, and musical walks

• Roquebrune Cap Martin: exotic island rhythms

• Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat: Apéro des Frenchy (entry: €5)

• Plus Villeneuve-Loubet, Carros, Èze, Valbonne, La Turbie, Sospel, Opio, Pégomas, La Roquette-sur-Siagne, Auribeau, Saint-Martin Vésubie…

Each village has its own style, from choirs and acoustic sets to folk dance and cabaret.

🌟 SPOTLIGHT: ANTIBES & CANNES

• Antibes: six locations with pop, blues, and musical theatre

• Cannes: concerts from Cannes-la-Bocca to Allées de la Liberté, late into the night

ℹ️ Useful Info

Most events are free.
For seated or food-included events, advance booking is advised.
Check local city websites or tourist offices for updated programs.