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Kiosque en Fête at Sarah Bernhardt Square
A quiet park corner transforms into a vibrant hub for art and performance throughout the warmer months. Whether you are into intimate concerts, interactive theater, or afternoon dance parties, this is the perfect spot to soak up some open-air inspiration.
Square Sarah Bernhardt (Paris 20th)
About
The Kiosque en Fête festival brings a lively cultural program to Square Sarah Bernhardt from April 18 to October 25, 2026. This open-air event features a diverse schedule of performances, including interactive theatre, Latin jazz concerts, traditional dance recitals, and communal dance parties. Designed for both local residents and visitors looking to enjoy the park, these activities are completely free of charge. The venue is wheelchair accessible, ensuring that everyone can join in the fun during the spring and summer season in the 20th arrondissement.
APRIL
• SUNDAY, APRIL 19 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Theater play: Heroines without Borders — Participatory and multilingual theater play
MAY
• SUNDAY, MAY 17 — from 4:00 PM to 6:30 PM
Eric Project Music — Musical setting of Baudelaire's poems
• WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
On the paths of spring — A shared time of music, singing, dance, and poetry
• WEDNESDAY, MAY 20 — from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM
On the paths of spring — A time of music, singing, dance, and poetry
• SATURDAY, MAY 23 — from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
A Cappella Rock Choir L'Echo Râleur — Concert by the Rock'n choir L'Echo Râleur
• SUNDAY, MAY 24 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Forro dance — dance party
• SUNDAY, MAY 31 — from 3:00 PM to 4:15 PM
Steelband Concert — Traditional steelband concert
JUNE
• SATURDAY, JUNE 6 — from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM
THE CLANDESTINE BRASS BAND & TAIKOYAKI — Concert: brass band accompanied by Japanese drums
• SUNDAY, JUNE 7 — from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Rail Band of Paris - Latin Jazz — Latin Jazz concert
• SUNDAY, JUNE 28 — from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Presentation of Indian dances from Southern India — Classical Indian dances from Southern India
JULY
• SATURDAY, JULY 4 — from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Bharatanatyam Indian dance recital — Classical dances of Southern India Bharatanatyam
• SUNDAY, JULY 5 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Forro dance — dance party
• SUNDAY, JULY 19 — from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Forro dance — dance party
• SUNDAY, JULY 26 — from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Barrel organ and songs with Le Fil de Soie — Let's share songs around the organ!
SEPTEMBER
• SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 — from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Concert by the Vents Debout orchestra — Concert by the Vents Debout harmony band
• SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 26 — from 4:00 PM to 5:30 PM
The Departure of the PAZUs — Interactive clown theater for all ages
• SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 — from 3:30 PM to 5:30 PM
Come sing with the Paris Popular Choir! — Revolutionary, popular, or classical songs
OCTOBER
• SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4 — from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM
Rail Band of Paris Latin Jazz — Latin Jazz concert
• WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 — 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
From April 18 through October 25, 2026, Square Sarah Bernhardt hosts a series of free artistic events under the Kiosque en Fête banner. The schedule is packed with varied performances suitable for all, ranging from participatory theatre pieces like Héroïnes sans Frontières to high-energy concerts by groups such as the Rail Band or the Taikoyaki drum ensemble. Whether you are interested in South Indian classical dance, choral rock, or folk singing, the park becomes a central hub for community creativity.
The event series emphasizes accessible entertainment with no prior booking required. Visitors can enjoy folk dance sessions, poetry readings, and musical performances in a relaxed outdoor setting. The square is fully wheelchair accessible, welcoming everyone to participate in these afternoon gatherings. With a wide variety of dates spanning from late spring to October, each visit offers a unique opportunity to experience local music, dance, and interactive drama in the heart of the 20th arrondissement.
