Musilac: guide to the Aix-les-Bains festival
Musilac is a contemporary music festival held every summer in Aix-les-Bains, in Savoie, on the Esplanade du Lac, on the shore of Lac du Bourget. Created in 2002, it brings together French and international artists over four days, from pop to rock and from electro to rap.
Its big plus: open-air concerts facing the lake and the mountains, a short walk from the town centre. It is now one of the major festivals in France.
Musilac 2027: the dates
The next edition will take place from Thursday 8 to Sunday 11 July 2027, for the festival’s 25th anniversary. The line-up is announced gradually on the official website: David Guetta is already booked for Sunday 11 July.
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The line-up
Every year Musilac mixes international headliners, big names from the French scene and young talent, including the winners of the Tremplin Musilac contest. Concerts start in the late afternoon and go on until late at night.
For reference: the 2026 edition
The 2026 edition took place from 9 to 12 July, after an opening night at the Théâtre de Verdure on 8 July:
- Thursday 9 July: Katy Perry, Feu! Chatterton, Yelle, Last Train, Zélie, Rallye, Lancelot, Sam Quealy, Kalika, Malaka
- Friday 10 July: Orelsan, Lost Frequencies, Dabeull Live Band, Yuston XIII, Styleto, Miki, Camille Yembe, Myra, LB aka LABAT, Sahëlie
- Saturday 11 July: Gorillaz, Jamiroquai, Gaëtan Roussel, Pomme, Flora Fishbach, Léonie Pernet, Deki Alem, Dinaa, Gildaa, Monika
- Sunday 12 July: Bigflo & Oli, Charlotte Cardin, 47Ter, Rilès, Cassius, Bianca Costa, Danyl, Solann, Romsii, Arkange
In 2025, the festival hosted artists such as Air, Clara Luciani, DJ Snake, Julien Doré, Soprano, MC Solaar, Jean-Louis Aubert and Zaho de Sagazan.
Tickets
Tickets are sold on the official Musilac website. You build your own pass for 1, 2, 3 or 4 days, with a better price from two days. There are no reduced or child rates. Some days and the 4-day passes sell out very quickly: buy early and only through official channels.
Where to stay?
The Musilac campsite, on the lakeshore, takes nearly 3,000 campers and is about a twenty-minute walk from the festival entrance. You need a camping pass as well as your festival ticket. For more comfort, book a hotel or a holiday rental in Aix-les-Bains early: demand is very high in July.
Getting there
Aix-les-Bains is about 11 minutes from Chambéry, 40 minutes from Annecy, 1 hour 15 from Lyon and 3 hours 20 from Paris (indicative times given by the festival). Free shuttles run from park-and-ride car parks during the festival, and there is free, guarded bike parking. Practical details are published in spring on the official website.
Enjoy Aix-les-Bains and the lake
Musilac is a great opportunity to explore the area. Lac du Bourget, France’s largest natural lake, is perfect for swimming, water sports and walks. In town, discover Aix-les-Bains’ spa tradition with our guide to spa treatments. Around the lake: Hautecombe Abbey and the village of Chanaz.
Musilac and other festivals
Compared with Les Vieilles Charrues in Brittany, France’s biggest festival, Musilac is more compact and makes the most of its lakeside setting.
Our tips
- Book your ticket and accommodation as soon as sales open.
- Use the shuttles, the train or a bike rather than a car.
- Bring sun and rain protection: the concerts are outdoors.
Frequently asked questions
When is Musilac?
Every year in July, over four days. In 2027: from 8 to 11 July.
Where does the festival take place?
On the Esplanade du Lac in Aix-les-Bains, on the shore of Lac du Bourget.
Can you camp?
Yes, at the official Musilac campsite on the lakeshore, with a camping pass in addition to your ticket.
How much does a ticket cost?
Prices are shown on the official ticket website. The price per day goes down when you buy several days.
This article was written by Alex Arts, photographer, content creator and Google Maps local guide.
Alex Arts
Photographer, content creator, and local guide
