When Paris Sings in Summer: Major Open-Air Festivals
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Paris comes alive with intensity during the summer season. As soon as the warm weather arrives, the City of Light transforms into an open-air stage, hosting a multitude of festivals and outdoor concerts. The musical atmosphere spreads through the parks, gardens, and iconic landmarks of the capital, offering visitors a diverse lineup of events—many of them free or affordably priced.
Nestled in the quiet 16th arrondissement, Hôtel Auteuil Tour Eiffel is the ideal starting point for discovering these cultural happenings while enjoying the comfort of a refined hotel just steps away from the Seine and the Bois de Boulogne.
Rock and Jazz: Major Summer Stages in Paris
Among the must-see events of the summer, Rock en Seine stands out as a cornerstone of the French music scene. From August 20 to 24, 2025, the Domaine National de Saint-Cloud will host the 21st edition of this major festival. Easily accessible from the hotel via metro, the event attracts thousands of music lovers each year, eager to hear top names in rock, pop, and electro. This year, Chappell Roan will kick off the festivities, promising a high-energy edition full of exciting new discoveries.
In a more intimate but equally captivating atmosphere, Jazz à la Villette takes over from August 28 to September 7. Held in northeastern Paris, this festival blends renowned jazz legends, sonic exploration, and rising talents. It’s a wonderful opportunity to extend the holiday mood with music, in a warm and inclusive setting.
Bucolic Concerts in the Capital’s Gardens
Paris also knows how to blend nature and culture. The Classique au Vert festival, held in the Parc Floral de Paris, offers classical music concerts every weekend throughout the summer (from June 28 to September 6). This free event (excluding park admission) appeals to both seasoned music lovers and curious visitors seeking a relaxing musical experience. It’s an enchanting interlude under the shade of century-old trees.
Closer to Hôtel Auteuil Tour Eiffel, the Théâtre de Verdure Festival in the Shakespeare Garden, located in the heart of the Bois de Boulogne, is well worth a visit. From June 14 to September 28, 2025, this poetic venue presents concerts, readings, plays, and festive activities in a setting inspired by Elizabethan England. A cultural haven just a few minutes’ walk from the hotel.
In summer, Paris sings under the stars and offers a musical lineup for every taste. Located in a peaceful, green neighborhood near many cultural sites and parks, Hôtel Auteuil Tour Eiffel is the perfect address to make the most of Parisian festivals. A stay that combines comfort, elegance, and cultural immersion in the heart of the capital.
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More informations:
- Rock en Scène
- Jazz à la Villette
- Classique au Vert
- Le Théâtre de Verdure
Hotel Auteuil Tour Eiffel, a 4-star hotel in the heart of Paris 16th arrondissement