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10th Mois Kréyol Festival 2026
The 10th edition of the festival will take place from September 22 to December 6, 2026, in several cities across mainland France, including Paris, Besançon, La Rochelle, Bordeaux, Nantes, Clermont-Ferrand, and Strasbourg. It will also be held in Martinique, Guadeloupe, and French Guiana during the same period.
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About
Created in 2017, the Mois Kréyol Festival, "festival lang épi kilti kréyol", aims to address the significant challenges regarding the representation of creolized and diverse cultures in the French cultural landscape.
Organized by the Difé Kako company, it has brought together nearly 15,000 people around 95 artistic and cultural offerings. This demonstrates the interest of both mainland and overseas audiences in drawing from the vitality of all Creole cultures offered by the multitude of established, emerging, or amateur artists from across the Atlantic and beyond.
"We are very proud of the journey made over ten years: a festival now present in 12 territories, in mainland France and the Antilles/French Guiana, a festival built with the guardians of Creole cultural heritage, a festival that has successfully met its audience in 10 years. We have gone from 1,000 spectators to 15,000!"
The Mois Kréyol Festival is a journey into the heart of Creole cultures, between heritage, contemporary creations, encounters, and transmission. From the start, its goal has been to offer overseas artists real support, visibility, and an opening in mainland France. Its ambition remains the same: to consider that this mutual aid and support are essential to overcome the difficulties that every artistic company may face, especially when one is invisible.
This tenth anniversary is an opportunity to take stock but also to highlight, as in every edition, people who have marked the history of Afro-descendants. This year, it wishes to highlight French Guiana and the great personalities who have shaped French history, such as Léon Gontran Damas, Ms. Taubira and her law, and with even greater focus, International Creole Language and Culture Day will be celebrated on October 28.
The Mois Kréyol Festival 2026 will take place in the Île-de-France region and in several French cities from September 22 to December 6, 2026.
Between tradition and modernity, the festival highlights the artistic richness of overseas territories and allows the public to enjoy a moment of sharing and exchange. It takes place in mainland France with stops in Paris and the Île-de-France, Nantes, Strasbourg, Mulhouse, Bordeaux, La Rochelle, and in French Guiana, Martinique, and Guadeloupe.
Whether you are in Paris, Marseille, Avignon, Strasbourg, Nantes, Rennes, or Toulouse, but also Pointe-à-Pitre, Cayenne, or Fort-de-France, you will find multidisciplinary shows, films, exhibitions, and workshops in this edition!
The program is online at the website: Complete Program #10
Watch the Full Teaser Mois Kréyol 2026
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Ten years, and still the same conviction: culture is an act of self-liberation, transmission, and affirmation. The Mois Kréyol Festival continues to open spaces where Creole voices tell their stories, create, dance, sing, and think about the world.
"I wish you a beautiful discovery and a great festival, looking forward to meeting you there!"
Chantal Loïal - Artistic Director of the Mois Kréyol Festival
Our take on this event
Experience the pulse of overseas cultures through an electrifying showcase of Creole heritage and modern artistic expression. Whether you are curious about history or eager for contemporary performance, this is the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in a world of rich, cross-cultural storytelling.
The 10th edition of the Mois Kréyol Festival takes place from 22 September to 6 December 2026. Organized by the Difé Kako company, this event celebrates the vitality of Creole cultures through a diverse range of artistic performances, films, and exhibitions. Whether you are in the 13th arrondissement of Paris or other participating cities, you can enjoy a rich program dedicated to heritage, contemporary creation, and cultural exchange. This year, the festival highlights French Guiana and influential Afro-descendant figures, with a special focus on the International Day of Creole Culture and Language on 28 October. Please note that ticket prices vary depending on the specific event.
Running from 22 September to 6 December 2026, the Mois Kréyol Festival marks its tenth anniversary with an extensive program across Paris, including the 13th arrondissement, and various other cities in mainland France and overseas territories. Led by the Difé Kako company, the festival provides a platform for artists from overseas to showcase their work, ranging from multidisciplinary performances and films to exhibitions and workshops.
This year’s edition pays special tribute to French Guiana and historical figures of Afro-descendance, such as Léon Gontran Damas. A key date to remember is 28 October, which marks the International Day of Creole Culture and Language. The festival remains committed to its mission of fostering cultural transmission and providing visibility for Creole arts in a contemporary context.
Pricing for the events is not uniform; costs are variable depending on the individual spectacles and activities. You can find the full schedule and specific pricing details for each session within the official online festival program. Whether you are interested in dance, music, or thought-provoking discussions, the festival offers numerous opportunities to engage with the diversity of Creole heritage.
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