France Music Week 2025
June 16-21, 2025 Paris & Across France
The international event putting France back on the global music map
About France Music Week 2025
Announced the President of the Republic, France Music Week was created with the aim of putting France back on the global music map.
From June 16 to 21, 2025, France will host an international event to promote the excellence of French artists and the music sector. The Minister of Culture, Rachida Dati, has entrusted general coordination to the Centre national de la musique (CNM) and announces the highlights that will mark the France Music Week.
The event will be a crossroads for the international music industry, a time for reflection, and a celebration of music in all its forms, highlighting its fundamental role in our societies.
France Music Week 2025 will feature:
- Professional gatherings at iconic venues including Château de Versailles
- Industry meetings for fostering international collaborations
- Cutting-edge technological innovations serving music
- Popular events across France featuring artists from all musical genres
- Creative collaborations between French and international artists
Key Events & Schedule
Official Launch Event of France Music Week
The grand opening ceremony marking the beginning of this prestigious international music event, featuring performances and speeches from key figures in the French music industry.
Professional Day: Innovation & Technology in Music
A full day dedicated to showcasing cutting-edge technological innovations serving the music industry, with demonstrations, panels, and networking opportunities for professionals.
Professional Meetings at Maison de la Radio et de la Musique
Two days of intensive professional networking in Paris, designed to strengthen ties, engage new partnerships, and foster future international collaborations for artists and music professionals.
Summit at Château de Versailles
A prestigious gathering at the iconic Château de Versailles focusing on major issues and future challenges facing the global music industry, bringing together key actors from the international music scene.
Creative Sessions on Francophonie
At the Cité internationale de la langue française in Villers-Cotterêts, French and international artists will come together for creative sessions centered around the French language, producing new collaborative works.
Eclectic Music Programming Throughout France
Over the entire week, various cities across France will host a diverse range of musical events showcasing artists from all genres—from jazz to rap, variety, heritage and contemporary music, electronic, and metal—allowing all audiences to discover new talents.
Iconic Venues
Château de Versailles
Home to the Summit on June 20, this historic royal palace provides a majestic backdrop for discussions on the future of music.
Maison de la Radio et de la Musique
The central hub for professional meetings on June 18-19, facilitating connections between industry professionals.
Cité internationale de la langue française
Host to the creative sessions centered around Francophonie from June 14-18, fostering new artistic collaborations.
Opportunities for Artists & Professionals
Why Participate in France Music Week 2025?
International Networking
Connect with music professionals from around the world, expanding your global presence and opening doors to new markets.
Collaboration Opportunities
Develop new partnerships and collaborate with artists from diverse backgrounds and musical traditions.
Innovation Showcase
Discover cutting-edge technologies and innovative approaches that are shaping the future of music creation and distribution.
International Exposure
Gain visibility among international audiences and media through performances and participation in this prestigious event.
France Music Week 2025 represents a unique opportunity to be part of a landmark event that will shape the future of the French music industry on the global stage.
Call for Applications Now Open!
The first calls for applications to participate in the creation sessions at Villers-Cotterêts and the musical sessions are now open. More will follow, launched the Centre national de la musique.
Open opportunities include:
- Creation sessions focused on Francophonie at Villers-Cotterêts
- Musical showcase opportunities across iconic Parisian venues
- Participation in technological innovation demonstrations
- Industry networking events and professional meetings
For more information and to submit your application, visit the CNM website.
How to Participate
Submit Your Application
Artists and music professionals interested in participating in France Music Week 2025 can now submit their applications through the Centre national de la musique (CNM) website.
The application process is open for:
- Artists wishing to participate in creation sessions at Villers-Cotterêts
- Musicians looking to showcase their talent in musical sessions across Paris
- Industry professionals interested in attending the Versailles Summit
- Tech companies with musical innovations to demonstrate
Key Dates for Applicants
Join the France Music Week 2025
Be part of this landmark event that will reshape the future of the French music industry on the global stage.
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