Have you ever felt the thrill of being swept away by music, of letting yourself dance without a second thought in the midst of a vibrant crowd? If you love festivals, you know the feeling! In Marseille, summer is synonymous with celebration, and that means festivals! Whether you like rap, hip hop, funk, soul, pop or electro… there’s something for everyone! In 2025, the city has a rich and varied program in store for you. To make sure you don’t miss a thing, we’ve selected the best Marseille festivals not to be missed. Sun, music,beer and mates: the perfect recipe for unforgettable moments!
The Echo Festival
The Echo Festival is back in Marseille for an unforgettable experience! On the program? An explosion of sounds, with artists taking you from wild rock to bewitching electro, not forgetting a touch of bold pop. For 5 days, let yourself be transported by the unique atmosphere of the event, spread over 4 different venues. Among the artists on hand are Alpha Maid, Dan A, Doucesoeur, KOKOKO!, Marie Davidson and Tessina! Get ready for a memorable musical weekend in Marseille!
📅 May 20-24, 2025
🫰 Tickets from €13
Festival le Bon Air
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ahK4V7z1yc&t=11s
Every year, the Festival le Bon Air heralds the arrival of summer and the festivities that go with it: party, sun and music! A veritable celebration of fine weather, Le Bon Air takes place at the Friche la Belle de Mai for three days and two nights of electronic music, immersive scenography and wandering artistic performances! Each edition brings together some 50 local, national and international artists and collectives from a wide range of musical genres. This year’s line-up includes Folamour, Doucesoeur and Animals Industry! Are you ready to dance?
📍Friche la belle de Mai, 41 Rue Jobin, 13003 Marseille, France
📅 From Friday 6 to Sunday 8 June 2025
Marsatac Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U94x6L386ps
Building on the resounding success of the 2024 edition, which brilliantly blended artistic prowess and musical diversity, Marsatac is set to be even bolder for 2025, on June 13 and 14, 2025 at Parc Borély. True to its identity, the festival will continue to showcase local and international electro, rap and urban artists. With over 20 years’ experience, Marsatac reinvents itself to offer an unforgettable weekend, consolidating its role as a true cultural driving force and a must-attend event in the festival landscape!
📍Parc Borély, Marseille
📅 Friday 13th and Saturday 14th June 2025
Marseille Jazz des cinq continents
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vzRCJcrjcdU
When jazz is, when jazz is there… ! You’ve got it in your head? In May 2025, to celebrate its 25th anniversary, Marseille Jazz des cinq continents is offering “Ici Jazz Fest”, a participatory local festival. For 4 days, concerts will take place in 25 original venues across the city, creating a vibrant panorama of the local jazz scene! The program has been put together on the basis of two calls for entries, bringing together local artists and a wide range of structures, from individuals to companies and associations! This festival on a human scale puts the spotlight on authentic acoustic jazz, promoting human encounters in unique spaces! Are you interested?
📍 Marseille
📅 From Thursday May 22 to Sunday May 25, 2025
International Folklore Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPAsvtIQ5yg
Since 1965, the Festival International de Folklore de Château-Gombert has been a not-to-be-missed cultural event, celebrating the dances, songs and traditions of the world every summer! That’s what it’s all about! Over the years, the festival has become a veritable institution, attracting spectators from all over the region and beyond, in a 1,000-seat open-air theater! On a 200 m² stage, it offers an immersion in cultural diversity, artistic expression and fraternity between peoples.
📍 Center de Culture Provençale – 45 Bd Bara – Chateau Gombert, 13013 Marseille, France
📅 From Saturday 5 to Friday 11 July 2025
Delta Festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uurC640rUo
In just a few editions, the Delta Festival has become the must-see event of the summer! With artists from the four corners of the globe, it makes Marseille a musical destination par excellence, summed up in three words: summery, festive and unmissable! The Delta Festival is 5 days of intense festivities to look forward to! This summer, you’ll have the pleasure of seeing Bob Sinclar, Boris Brejcha, Ofenbach, Kavinski and Nina Kraviz on stage!
📍Prado beaches, Marseille
📅 Wednesday August 27 to Sunday August 31
So good festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uugp5NPBONk
The So Good Festival is an original collective experience , bringing together over 8,000 people at the Friche la Belle de Mai! On the program? Three days and two nights of laughter, encounters, creativity and, above all, music! The event combines engagement, exchange and concerts, with artists, activists and humorists who inspire change. Through two routes (corporate and general public), the festival tackles five essential themes for rethinking our future, while creating a festive and positive atmosphere. It’s all about having fun and thinking positively about the world!
📍Friche la belle de Mai, 41 Rue Jobin, 13003 Marseille, France
📅 September 18 to September 21, 2025
Utopia festival
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLTZlS8nCw4
The Utopia Festival was born in Marseilles in 2021. It has gradually become a major event dedicated to electronic cultures and solidarity! Held at the Friche la Belle de Mai, it transforms the city into a multi-sensory space, where each stage represents a unique story and journey. Driven by values of tolerance and inclusion, the festival attracts a growing audience every year, exceeding 10,000 participants! In 2025, Utopia celebrates its 5th anniversary with an exceptional line-up of emblematic artists and emerging talents. This anniversary edition will take place on September 26 and 27! So get ready for an unforgettable experience of dance and discovery in an extraordinary setting.
📍Friche la belle de Mai, 41 Rue Jobin, 13003 Marseille, France
📅 From Friday September 26 to Sunday September 28, 2025