Fête de la Musique Returns to Nyon on 20 June

As summer officially arrives, streets, squares, parks and cultural venues across town will once again fill with live music for the annual Fête de la Musique. Taking place on Saturday 20 June 2026, this much-loved event transforms Nyon into one large open-air stage, celebrating local talent, musical discovery and the simple pleasure of gathering together around music.

For one day and well into the evening, visitors can wander between performances, stumble across new artists and enjoy everything from rock and jazz to classical, electro, world music and much more. The event is free to attend and designed to be accessible to everyone, and is a lively way to spend a summer Saturday.

@ Fête de la Musique Nyon

A Celebration of Local Music

The Fête de la Musique has long been one of Nyon's cultural highlights, giving local and regional musicians a chance to perform in front of a wider audience while bringing the community together through music. Each year, hundreds of performers take part across multiple stages and partner venues throughout the town.

Part of the appeal is the variety. One moment you might find yourself listening to a choir in a historic setting, the next enjoying a rock band in a park, an emerging electronic artist in a cultural venue or a jazz performance on a terrace. The event encourages exploration, with audiences moving between stages and discovering genres and performers they may never have encountered otherwise.

Music Across the Town

Rather than being concentrated in a single venue, the festival spreads throughout Nyon, creating a festive atmosphere that can be felt across the entire town with several outdoor stages hosting performances throughout the day.

One of the attractions this year is the continued involvement of local cultural organisations and music groups, helping showcase the diversity of the region's creative scene. The programme includes performances for all ages, making it an ideal outing for families as well as music enthusiasts.

More than just concerts, it is one of those events that reminds you why Nyon has such a strong cultural identity. Alongside major festivals such as Caribana, Visions du Réel and Paléo, the Fête de la Musique offers something different: a grassroots celebration of local creativity and community spirit.

Planning Your Visit

The Fête de la Musique takes place on Saturday 20 June 2026 with performances running throughout the day and into the evening across multiple venues in Nyon. Entry is free. The full programme, stage locations and performance times are available on the official event website HERE