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Paris Hosts Massive Fête de la Musique, Adds Safety Zones.

6/20/2026

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Paris will host the Fête de la Musique on Sunday, expecting about 2 million attendees.
Deputy mayor Lamia El Aaraje called it a “massive rave” and announced safe zones for women and disabled near the Bastille, staffed by rapid-response teams.
Authorities warned of Seine dangers after two river deaths last month.
The city installed about 1,400 water fountains and 600 24-hour public toilets to aid visitors in the heatwave.

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Paris will host the Fête de la Musique on Sunday, expecting about 2 million attendees.
Deputy mayor Lamia El Aaraje called it a “massive rave” and announced safe zones for women and disabled near the Bastille, staffed by rapid-response teams.
Authorities warned of Seine dangers after two river deaths last month.
The city installed about 1,400 water fountains and 600 24-hour public toilets to aid visitors in the heatwave.