Jul - Aug 2009 (annual) Paris
Traditionally, Bastille day marks the beginning of a mass exodus from Paris as locals head for the coast. The city may seem a little empty, but life goes on, as the Quartier d'Eté festival of music, theatre and dance demonstrates. More
5 Sep - 12 Oct 2008 (annual) Paris
The Festival Ile de France celebrates the end of the summer majestically, with many concerts spread out all over Paris and the local region, each one located in a spectacular venue. More
Jul - Sep 2009 (annual) Eglise Saint Germain des Prés
A veritable feast of church music takes place in the churches of St-Louis-en-L'Ile and St-Germain-des-Prés each summer as part of Paris' Festival Musique en l'Ile. More
Jun - Jul 2009 (annual) Orangerie de Bagatelle
One of the glories of Paris' musical heritage was the decade and a half in which composer Fryderyk Chopin was associated with the city. The Chopin Festival at the Parc de Bagatelle was established in 1984 to celebrate this association. More
29 Aug - 20 Sep 2008 (various dates) Serres d'Auteuil
The Serres d'Auteuil (Auteuil Greenhouse) hosts a series of concerts by new piano, flute, cello, violin and viola soloists from all over the world, offering a great opportunity to catch the stars of tomorrow. More
1 May - 5 Oct 2008 (annual) Bois de Boulogne
Every year the Jardin Shakespeare in the Bois de Boulogne plays host to a festival of open-air theatre, showcasing plays by the Bard in both French and English, works by other playwrights and the occasional concert or opera. More
21 Jun 2009 (annual) Paris
On the longest day of the year, the Fête de la Musique draws musicians from all over the world to perform free concerts at venues across Paris. More
May - Jun 2009 (annual) Seine St Denis
St Denis celebrates summer with its annual music festival. The event traditionally focuses on classical music, while also doffing a musical cap to anything from rock and Irish folk to gospel and jazz. More
Traditionally, Bastille day marks the beginning of a mass exodus from Paris as locals head for the coast. The city may seem a little empty, but life goes on, as the Quartier d'Eté festival of music, theatre and dance demonstrates. 
The Serres d'Auteuil (Auteuil Greenhouse) hosts a series of concerts by new piano, flute, cello, violin and viola soloists from all over the world, offering a great opportunity to catch the stars of tomorrow. 
On the longest day of the year, the Fête de la Musique draws musicians from all over the world to perform free concerts at venues across Paris. 
