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Kiosque en Fête at Trousseau Square
Forget the usual haunts and discover the musical charm of this local gazebo. From rhythmic jazz afternoons to lively dance gatherings, it is the perfect spot to soak up some Parisian vibes in the heart of the neighborhood.
Square Trousseau (Paris 12th)
About
Kiosque en Fête brings a vibrant cultural series to Square Trousseau, located at 2 rue Antoine Vollon in the 12th arrondissement, running from April 18 to October 25, 2026. This extensive program features a diverse array of free events, including funk concerts, jazz performances, gospel choirs, hip-hop workshops, and participatory theater. Designed as a community gathering space, the square welcomes everyone to enjoy these outdoor artistic moments. The venue is fully wheelchair accessible, ensuring that all visitors can comfortably participate in the festivities throughout the spring and summer season in this charming Parisian setting.
APRIL
• SATURDAY APRIL 18 — from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Funk Concert — Concert by the group 200 Funk
• SUNDAY APRIL 19 — from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Grosses bises — Collective listening session of the podcast Grosses bises
• SATURDAY APRIL 25 — from 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM
200 Funk - Funk Concert — Concert by the group 200 Funk
MAY
• SUNDAY MAY 3 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
KKO Klezmer — Festive and danceable Eastern European music
• WEDNESDAY MAY 6 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
On the paths of spring — A shared time of music, singing, dance, and poetry
• WEDNESDAY MAY 6 — from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
On the paths of spring — A shared time of music, singing, dance, and poetry
• SUNDAY MAY 17 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
THE RIME METISSE COMPLICES KIOSK — Concert and hip-hop introductory workshops
• FRIDAY MAY 22 — from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Southam College Vox Rox choir & solos/duos — Vox Rox choir and solo/duo performances
• SATURDAY MAY 23 — from 4:15 PM to 6:45 PM
THE ENCHANTERS Singing together with musicians — Everyone sings at the same time with musicians
• SUNDAY MAY 24 — from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Yeelo pop concert — pop cover concert
• SUNDAY MAY 31 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Battements de Choeur de Paris - Pop Rock Choir — Pop Rock music concert
JUNE
• SATURDAY JUNE 6 — from 5:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Violon d'Ingres Orchestra Concert — Symphonic concert
• SUNDAY JUNE 7 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
THE RIME METISSE COMPLICES KIOSK — Concert and hip-hop introductory workshops
• SUNDAY JUNE 14 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
COSMOS KIBUN - (Pop-Rock / Fusion) — Modern music concert - Pop Rock Funk oriented
• SUNDAY JUNE 14 — from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Ensemble Clarinetti in concert — 25 happy clarinetists in concert
• WEDNESDAY JUNE 17 — from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM
Street Mural — Awareness workshop about street life
• SATURDAY JUNE 20 — from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Les Byger's - Jazz band — Jazz, quavers, syncopations, and swing
• SUNDAY JUNE 21 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Forro ball — dance ball
• SATURDAY JUNE 27 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Pop Rock concert by the group Hit Rewind — Pop rock cover concert
• SUNDAY JUNE 28 — from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Concert by a wind orchestra —
• SUNDAY JUNE 28 — from 3:35 PM to 6:25 PM
Samba de gafieira ball hosted by the Dança Samba association — Samba de gafieira dance animation
JULY
• SATURDAY JULY 4 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
COSMOS KIBUN - (Pop-Rock / Fusion) — Modern music concert - Pop Rock Funk oriented
• SATURDAY JULY 4 — from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Play: Heroines without Borders — Participatory and multilingual play
• SUNDAY JULY 5 — from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM
OCTAVE CALLOT BRASS BAND — BRASS BAND
• SUNDAY JULY 5 — from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Mister BlaiZ [Gospel] and his school-choir — Gospel animation
• TUESDAY JULY 14 — from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Woodkirk Academy Music — The school takes its young musicians on tour
• WEDNESDAY JULY 15 — from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Woodkirk Academy Music — The school takes its young musicians on tour
• WEDNESDAY JULY 15 — from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Liverpool College — Wind band, choir, small ensembles
• THURSDAY JULY 23 — from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
Concert with St. Edward's School, Poole (UK) — Film music, musicals, pop songs
• SUNDAY JULY 26 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Forro ball — dance ball
AUGUST
• SATURDAY AUGUST 29 — from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Concert by the pop-rock group Alwenn — Rock pop concert Compositions and covers
• SUNDAY AUGUST 30 — from 3:28 PM to 6:25 PM
Samba de gafieira ball hosted by the Dança Samba association — Samba de gafieira dance animation
SEPTEMBER
• SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13 — from 2:30 PM to 5:00 PM
Last Call Barbershop Quartet — A cappella vocal quartet
• SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 19 — from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Les Cuivres des Rails — Jazz, pop, French chanson, soul concert
• SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 20 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Colors in Town — Gospel concert
• SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 26 — from 6:00 PM to 6:40 PM
Light Theatrical Performance — This is a proposal for a residency showcase.
• SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 27 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Forro ball — dance ball
OCTOBER
• WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 7 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
On the paths of autumn — A shared time of music, singing, dance, and poetry
Our take on this event
The Kiosque en Fête series transforms Square Trousseau into a lively cultural hub from April 18 through October 25, 2026. This ongoing series of free events offers a wide variety of performances and activities for the local community, taking place primarily on Wednesdays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
The diverse schedule features everything from funk and pop-rock concerts to symphonic orchestras, clarinet ensembles, and barbershop quartets. Visitors can also engage with unique cultural experiences, including podcast listening sessions, poetry and dance workshops, and participatory theater pieces. Fans of social dancing will find regular opportunities to join in, with scheduled forró and samba de gafieira ballroom events held throughout the season.
The venue is entirely wheelchair accessible, making it an inclusive space for all attendees. Events vary in timing and duration depending on the specific performance, and no advance booking is required to attend. Whether you are interested in choral music, gospel animation, or brass bands, the program offers a consistent rhythm of entertainment in the heart of the 12th arrondissement. Please check the specific performance schedule to plan your visit.
