From rooftops to seaside stages, Marseille is bringing all the vibes this year! 🕶️ Whether you’re into wild techno nights, soulful jazz, or dancing by the sea with a cocktail in hand, there’s something with your name on it in this beautiful city.
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Here’s your easy, scrollable guide to Marseille’s must-see festivals in 2025
so keep reading!
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🎶 Propagations Festival
Let’s kick things off with something a little different. Propagations is all about sound experiments and boundary-pushing music from rare instruments to wild sound setups. If you’re into creative vibes and unexpected performances, this one’s for you.
📍 Where: Le Couvent, La Criée, La Friche Belle-de-Mai & more
📅 When: May 2–11, 2025
🎧 The Echo Festival
Five days of bold beats, electro pop, and pure creativity. Think underground energy and boundary-pushing artists like Alpha Maid, KOKOKO!, and Marie Davidson. It’s gonna be loud. It’s gonna be fun.
📍 Where: Across four venues in Marseille
📅 When: May 20–24, 2025
💿 Le Bon Air Festival
Electronic lovers, this one’s yours. Le Bon Air takes over Friche la Belle de Mai with rooftop stages, immersive visuals, and a full weekend of dancing under the sky. This year’s lineup? Folamour, Doucesoeur, and more. Go early. Stay late!
📍 Where: Friche la Belle de Mai, 41 Rue Jobin
📅 When: June 6–8, 2025
🎤 Marsatac
A Marseille classic, and turning 25 this year! Expect a mix of hip-hop and electro, with names like Laylow, Fonky Family, and Kalash on stage. Grab your friends and head to Parc Borély for good tunes and even better vibes.
📍 Where: Parc Borély
📅 When: June 13–14, 2025
🕺 Festival de Marseille
This one’s big on dance, performance, music, and film, all celebrating Marseille’s energy and diversity. Super creative, super inclusive, and worth checking out if you like culture with a capital C.
📍 Where: Multiple venues across the city
📅 When: June 13 – July 6, 2025
🌊 Au Large Festival
A dreamy setting by the sea at Théâtre Silvain with artists like Philippe Katerine and Odezenne performing under the stars. Sunset, music, Marseille cliffs. Be there!
📍 Where: Théâtre Silvain
📅 When: June 26–28, 2025
🎷 Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents
Big international acts, beautiful venues (Palais Longchamp, Vieille-Charité, and more), and 13 nights of pure jazz musical bliss.
📍 Where: Various iconic locations in Marseille
📅 When: July 1–13, 2025
🏖️ Delta Festival
Picture this: music, beach, food trucks, art and 150,000+ people. Delta Festival takes over Prado Beach with massive names like Bob Sinclar, Ofenbach, Petit Biscuit & more.
📍 Where: Prado Beaches
📅 When: August 27–31, 2025
🌱 So Good MAIF Festival
A feel-good festival full of music, creativity, and ideas for a more sustainable, fair world. Expect artists like Missan and Terrenoire, plus great talks and experiences.
📍 Where: Friche la Belle de Mai
📅 When: September 11–12, 2025
🌈 Utopia Festival
This one celebrates electronic music and social inclusion. Each stage tells a story, and every beat brings people together. Expect a high-energy crowd, standout visuals, and a packed 5th anniversary edition.
📍 Where: Friche la Belle de Mai
📅 When: September 26–28, 2025
🎉 Fiesta des Suds
Closing out the season in style! Fiesta des Suds brings everyone together—young, young at heart and in between—for four nights of music and dancing at the Esplanade du J4. Already announced: Morcheeba, Kassav’, and Keziah Jones.
📍 Where: Esplanade du J4
📅 When: October 9–12, 2025
Craving even more festival fun? Don’t miss our ultimate roundup of the Best music festivals in Europe 2025 to see what’s happening beyond Marseille!
Events in Marseille: Top festivals: FAQs
What are the top festivals happening in Marseille in 2025?
Marseille is hosting an exciting mix of festivals in 2025, from underground techno and electro beats to jazz nights and seaside concerts. Whether you’re into boundary-pushing performances or chilled-out beach vibes, there’s a festival waiting for you. Highlights include Le Bon Air Festival, Delta Festival, Marsatac, and Festival de Marseille. These events turn the city into a vibrant stage filled with music, art, dance, and unforgettable energy.
When does the Propagations Festival take place?
Propagations Festival runs from May 2 to May 11, 2025. It’s a creative sound experience focused on experimental music, rare instruments, and unconventional audio setups. If you enjoy discovering new soundscapes and want to witness performances that go beyond traditional music genres, this is the perfect place to start your Marseille festival journey.
What kind of music can I hear at The Echo Festival?
The Echo Festival, happening from May 20 to May 24, 2025, is all about bold beats and experimental electro pop. You’ll hear underground energy and see artists like Alpha Maid and KOKOKO! pushing musical boundaries. It’s perfect for music lovers looking for something fresh, raw, and fun across several venues in the city.
Where is Le Bon Air Festival held?
Le Bon Air Festival takes place at Friche la Belle de Mai, one of Marseille’s coolest cultural spots. Scheduled for June 6–8, 2025, this festival blends rooftop vibes with electronic beats, digital visuals, and a full weekend of open-air dancing. It’s a must for fans of electronic music and lively, urban festival atmospheres.
What makes Marsatac a classic festival in Marseille?
Marsatac is celebrating its 25th edition from June 13 to June 14, 2025 at Parc Borély. This legendary event combines hip-hop and electronic music and features top names like Laylow, Kalash, and Fonky Family. With years of history and an unbeatable party vibe, Marsatac is one of the city’s most anticipated events of the year.
What is the Festival de Marseille all about?
Running from June 13 to July 6, 2025, Festival de Marseille is a beautiful mix of dance, performance, music, and film that reflects the city’s creative spirit. With events held across multiple venues, it celebrates diversity and innovation while bringing people together through powerful artistic experiences.
Is there a festival in Marseille near the sea?
Yes—Au Large Festival offers a stunning seaside setting at Théâtre Silvain, taking place from June 26 to June 28, 2025. Enjoy live performances by artists like Philippe Katerine under the stars, surrounded by cliffs and sea breezes. It’s one of Marseille’s most scenic and dreamy summer events.
What’s special about the Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents?
If you’re a jazz fan, don’t miss Marseille Jazz des Cinq Continents from July 1 to July 13, 2025. Expect international artists performing at iconic venues such as Palais Longchamp and Vieille-Charité. This 13-night celebration of jazz blends amazing music with some of the city’s most beautiful architecture.
What is the Delta Festival like?
Delta Festival, held on Prado Beaches from August 27 to August 31, 2025, is one of Europe’s biggest beach parties. With over 150,000 attendees, it offers non-stop music, food trucks, and art installations. This year’s lineup includes Bob Sinclar, Ofenbach, and Petit Biscuit—get ready to dance with your feet in the sand!
Are there any festivals focused on sustainability or inclusion?
Yes! So Good MAIF Festival (September 11–12, 2025) at Friche la Belle de Mai blends music with creativity and conversations about building a better world. And Utopia Festival, running from September 26–28, 2025, focuses on electronic music and social inclusion, celebrating its 5th edition with powerful visuals and community vibes.
🏨 Where to stay in Marseille
If you’re coming for the festivals, make sure you’ve got a comfy base. The MEININGER Hotel Marseille Centre La Joliette is the perfect spot: close to public transport, super comfy rooms, friendly vibes, and a mix of private + shared options for all budgets. It’s also ideal for meeting other festival goers between events!
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Address: 25/27 Rue de Forbin, 13002 Marseille, France
