Are you a rap fan? Did you know that French-language rap has exploded on the festival scene since the 2010s? It's become an essential part of the music scene. And guess what? 8 of the 10 biggest music events this summer in France feature rappers. So, don't you want to get out there and experience it for yourself? Here are the 10 rap festivals you absolutely must not miss in 2024!
1. Paris Hip-Hop Festival: rap and co!
Got 15 days to kill in Paris this summer? The Paris Hip-Hop Festival is for you! This festival celebrates rap and urban culture with concerts, dance battles and workshops. Running from June 22 to July 6, 2024 , the line-up includes Nas, M.I.A., Shtar Academy, Seth Gueko, BusDriver, Scred Connexion, Deen Burdigo and Kery James. A wildly diverse line-up, with dance battles and workshops! Paris Hip-Hop is an explosive mix of talent and a showcase for French hip-hop culture.
How to get there? Metro, bus, RER... Paris, that is. It's so easy!
2. Check The Rhyme: rap festival in town!
If you're in the South of France, Check The Rhyme in Nice is the rap festival to experience! A perfect mix of international and French hip-hop is on offer at this event.
From August 1 to 2, 2024, Method Man, RedMan, MFDoom, S-Crew, Mobb Deep, Disiz, The Pharcyde, Flatbush Zombies and Underachievers will perform at the Théâtre de Verdure.
It's two days of dinguerie in the idyllic setting of Nice, with rap legends under the Côte d'Azur sun, it's just perfect!
How to get there? Train, plane, car... and local options to get to the theater.
3. Rap festivals: Golden Coast
Come and treat your ears to Golden Coast in Dijon! Two days of non-stop rap with the biggest names of the moment take place from September 13 to 14 at Parc de la Combe à la Serpent, Corcelles-les-Monts. Artists such as Ninho, Booba, SCH, Djadja & Dinaz, Josman, La Fève, Zola & Koba LaD are all set to rock!
The line-up is set to go wild from 2 p.m. to 2 a.m. in a sublime natural setting. Not to be missed! Because it's THE rap event of the year, plain and simple.
How to get there? Special shuttles from Dijon or car with guarded parking.
4. Marsatac: a spotlight and one of the world's leading rap festivals
Come to Marseille in June! Trace Marsatac and discover this incredible spot! This festival combines techno and rap for a unique atmosphere from June 14 to 16, 2024 at Parc Borély. Come and listen to and sing along to the slams of :
- Luidji ;
- Zola ;
- Werenoi ;
- Houdi ;
- or Shay.
Why come to this rap festival? To dance and enjoy the Prado beaches at the same time! So grab your beach towels!
How to get there? Marseille is easy to get to by train, plane, car or local public transport!
5. Cabaret Vert
Head to the Ardennes for Cabaret Vert, a festival combining rap, rock and electro from August 15 to 18, 2024 in Charleville-Mézières. A mixed line-up with plenty of new talent to discover, your favorite rappers will be rocking the best sound of the year! 21 Savage, Shay, SCH, Fonky Family, Guy2bezbar. It's the perfect festival to discover tomorrow's rap scene in a relaxed, green setting.
How to get there? Train or car to Charleville-Mézières.
6. Art Sonic one of 10 rap festivals in France
Fancy a festival in the countryside? Art Sonic in Briouze will be putting on a wild show from July 19 to 20 in theOrne region. The line-up promises to be intense, with PLK, Bianca Costa, Louise Attaque and Georgio. This rap festival is a family-friendly affair featuring top-notch artists. Not to be missed, it offers a unique combination of rap and other musical genres in a warm atmosphere.
How to get there Briouze is a 5-minute walk from the train station.
7. Delta Festival
Delta Festivalcelebrates its 10th anniversary this year! Take part in five days of pure madness on Marseille's Prado beaches from September 4 to 8, 2024. SCH, PLK, Gazo, 47Ter, Vacra and Yvnnis will be on hand to thrill you! No fewer than 250 artists and 250 activities will be on offer over 4 days of pure madness. It's one of the biggest festivals of the summer, with a sickly seaside atmosphere.
How to get there? Marseille is super-accessible, with plenty of options for getting to the beaches.
8. Rap festivals in France: Crossover Festival
Nice hosts the Crossover Festival, an explosive mix of rap and electronic music from September 4 to 8, 2024 at the Théâtre de Verdure, Nice. Discover a dream line-up! La Fève, Zamdane, I Hate Models and Vladimir Cauchemar are set to rock the stage!
Don't miss this innovative fusion of musical genres in a magnificent setting.
How to get there? Nice is well served, so it's easy to get to by freeway, rail, air and bus.
9. Ouest Park Festival
Le Havre transforms itself with the Ouest Park Festival, a powerful and inclusive musical event from October 16 to 20. Find big names in rap like :
- MC Solaar ;
- Niska ;
- Danakil ;
- The Stranglers ;
- Etc.
The program is audacious. It takes place in a unique maritime atmosphere. Don't miss this event for its musical diversity and dynamic energy.
How to get there? Le Havre is accessible by train, plane and car, with local public transport.
10. Raptown Lorient
Need some hip-hop vibes this autumn? Head to Lorient for Festival Raptown!
It happens on October 29, 2024 at Parc Expo de Lorient with the talented Niska, Zola, Koba LaD and Jok'Air. Enjoy a total immersion in hip-hop culture with top-notch performances. The energy and intensity of live performances in this unique setting will transcend you!
How to get there? Lorient is accessible by train and car, with local public transport options.
How to plan your rap festivals?
So, you want to live the festival experience to the max? Here are a few tips:
- Don't wait until the last minute to book your tickets! Tickets go fast and are often cheaper if you book in advance;
- Find a place to stay close to the festival. The official campsite is often the best option!
- Check out transportation options : shuttles, trains, carpools, anything that will get you there in chill mode.
- Prepare your bag with the essentials: external battery, water, snacks, and appropriate clothing. Check out our festival survival checklist !
What's Europe's biggest rap festival?
Europe's biggest rap festival? It's the Splash! Festival in Germany. Every year, tens of thousands of rap fans come together for an insane line-up of international stars.
What's the biggest festival in the world?
The world's biggest music festival is Glastonbury in England. This festival offers a wide range of musical genres, including rap, and attracts gigantic crowds every year.
What are the best festivals in France?
The best festivals in France are Hellfest, Main Square Festival and Les Vieilles Charrues, all of which feature rap artists in addition to other musical genres. For more info on festivals in France, check out these articles:
- 20 must-see music festivals in France in 2024;
- The 10 must-see festivals in France in summer 2024;
- Cultural festivals: the 10 must-see festivals in France in 2024.
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