When does the Fête de la Musique take place on the Ile de Ré?

The Fête de la Musique takes place around 21 June in several villages on the Ile de Ré, with free concerts open to all.

Is the Ile de Ré triathlon open to amateurs?

Yes, the triathlon welcomes both amateur and experienced athletes, with different formats depending on the event.

Is Antoine Albeau linked to sporting events on the Ile de Ré?

Antoine Albeau is an emblematic sporting figure on the island of Ré, associated with challenges and the promotion of water sports, independently of triathlon.

Is June a good time to discover the Ile de Ré?

Yes, June offers an excellent balance of entertainment, pleasant weather and moderate visitor numbers.

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June on the Ile de Ré

It smells like summer!

In June, the island of Ré asserts its festive, sporting and collective character. Popular and unifying events mark the start of summer: the Fête de la Musique, the Saint-Jean bonfires and emblematic sporting challenges such as the Ile de Ré triathlon and the 4th edition of the Antoine Albeau Series.

These are just some of the events that bring together residents, visitors, families and enthusiasts around shared values: sharing, surpassing oneself and the pleasure of being together.

The island of Ré comes alive in June

In June, the island of Ré comes alive to the rhythm of the music and dance festivals that mark the start of the summer season in a rhythmic and friendly atmosphere. From open-air concerts to choreographic shows and sporting performances, these events offer a unique cultural experience, combining artistic discovery and the gentle way of life on the island.

Whether you’re a fan of Tahitian dance at the Polynesian festival or Rock&Roll and Lindy Hop at the Swing In Ré festival, there’s something for everyone in the eclectic programme to celebrate the arrival of summer!

June on the Ile de Ré, a foretaste of summer in complete tranquillity!

Fête de la musique

Every year, the Fête de la Musique on the Ile de Ré transforms the villages into open-air stages.
In Sainte-Marie-de-Ré, La Flotte, Saint-Martin-de-Ré, Ars-en-Ré and Le Bois-Plage-en-Ré, amateur musicians and local artists take over the squares, harbours and streets, offering a varied and accessible programme.

The music will accompany the long evenings of June, in a friendly, family and intergenerational atmosphere, true to the spirit of the Retais.

Discover the fête de la musique programme

Fête de la Saint-Jean

The Saint-Jean bonfires on the Ile de Ré are one of the highlights of the early season. Inherited from ancient traditions, this popular festival brings residents and visitors together around the fire, a symbol of light, renewal and social cohesion.

The Fires of St John attract families, groups of friends and out-of-season visitors alike, thanks to a gentle, accessible atmosphere that respects the environment.

27Jun

St John’s Day: Concert and Bonfire

27Jun

St Jean’s Day

The island of Ré, the scene of sporting challenges

In June, the island of Ré also becomes a privileged playground for sports enthusiasts, hosting various championships and competitions in an exceptional natural setting.

Cyclingraces along tracks bordered by salt marshes, beach volleyball tournaments on the beaches and water sports events are all part of the early summer calendar. These sporting events, which combine a spirit of competition and conviviality, attract both experienced athletes and amateurs who come to take up a challenge in a friendly atmosphere.

An ideal way to combine performance, the great outdoors and discovering the island.

T24 Ile de Ré Triathlon
24 hours of sport in the heart of nature

The natural assets of the Ile de Ré make it the ideal playground for triathlon enthusiasts!

Individuals or relays will meet up at Les Portes-en-Ré to run between beaches, wooded paths and flower-filled alleyways, cycle along some of the island’s 138km of tracks and swim in the Atlantic Ocean.

Ready to take on the challenge?

Antoine Albeau Series
Stage of the French Championship

The Peu Ragot beach in La Couarde-sur-Mer, the village at the heart ofAntoine Albeau (27 times world windsurfing champion) will be hosting the 4ᵉ edition of the “Antoine Albeau Series”.

Around a hundred participants will set off in this wing foil, windsurfing and windsurf foil competition, whether they are experienced sportsmen or beginners, to try and get on the podium!

All the events in June

Here you’ll find the full calendar of events for June on the Ile de Ré, so you can organise your outings with family, friends or at your own pace. Fête de la Musique concerts, Saint-Jean bonfires, sporting challenges and major outdoor events punctuate the days and evenings in the villages.

It’s an ideal month to enjoy a lively and friendly island, with local traditions, sport and shared moments, before the hustle and bustle of summer.

Discover the full calendar of events

FAQ - Festive and sporting June on the Ile de Ré

When does the Fête de la Musique take place on the Ile de Ré?
The Fête de la Musique takes place around 21 June in several villages on the Ile de Ré, with free concerts open to all.
Is the Ile de Ré triathlon open to amateurs?
Yes, the triathlon welcomes both amateur and experienced athletes, with different formats depending on the event.
Is Antoine Albeau linked to sporting events on the Ile de Ré?
Antoine Albeau is an emblematic sporting figure on the island of Ré, associated with challenges and the promotion of water sports, independently of triathlon.
Is June a good time to discover the Ile de Ré?
Yes, June offers an excellent balance of entertainment, pleasant weather and moderate visitor numbers.