Music lovers in Paris turned out in droves for the Fête de la Musique despite hot temps

NPR | By Rebecca Rosman

Published June 22, 2026 at 4:52 PM EDT

Almost 50 years on, an American's idea for a citywide outdoor celebration of music in Paris has grown into Fête de la Musique, where the city's streets become a global music block party.

Rebecca Rosman

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