C'EST LA FÊTE À ROUSSEAU !
12 Sep
Sport and leisure
September 12, 2026? 1:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.
This third edition of “La Fête à Rousseau” will focus on citizen participation and empowering residents. It will also be the first major event organized following the approval of the Maison
Rousseau’s new 2026–2030 Social and Family Project. Throughout the afternoon, you can enjoy entertainment and explore the community organization booths. The new social and family plan will be presented, along with its
key priorities for the next five years.
2:00 PM – CITIZEN FORUMS
A series of roundtables and participatory debates on major civic themes: “From control over one’s life to control over one’s city; Residents, local initiatives, and civic engagement—four perspectives, including yours.” and “What purpose do social centers still serve? Solidarity, local initiatives,
and the power to act in the face of new challenges.” Each agora lasts 1 hour.
6:00 p.m. – OFFICIAL CEREMONY
Official ceremony, introduction of La Guitoune, and a toast to friendship.
CONCERTS:
6:30 p.m. – Sima Joy & Piou d’Ambrosio
A world that blends song, poetry, Mediterranean influences, and world music. Through sensitive compositions and lyrics imbued with humanity, the duo invites you on a journey of discovery, connection, and sharing.
7:30 p.m. – AWARY
A band with African and Brazilian influences that will transport the audience into a rich blend of
reggae, soul, and world music. Their warm and festive energy is perfectly in line with the
friendly spirit of the event.
9:00 p.m. ? Moussé T e lei Jovents
The headliner of this year’s festival, who will close out the evening.
Led by Tatou, an iconic figure of Massilia Sound System, the group takes listeners on a musical journey through Marseille folk songs, Mediterranean blues, Occitan influences, and popular world music.
Rousseau’s new 2026–2030 Social and Family Project. Throughout the afternoon, you can enjoy entertainment and explore the community organization booths. The new social and family plan will be presented, along with its
key priorities for the next five years.
2:00 PM – CITIZEN FORUMS
A series of roundtables and participatory debates on major civic themes: “From control over one’s life to control over one’s city; Residents, local initiatives, and civic engagement—four perspectives, including yours.” and “What purpose do social centers still serve? Solidarity, local initiatives,
and the power to act in the face of new challenges.” Each agora lasts 1 hour.
6:00 p.m. – OFFICIAL CEREMONY
Official ceremony, introduction of La Guitoune, and a toast to friendship.
CONCERTS:
6:30 p.m. – Sima Joy & Piou d’Ambrosio
A world that blends song, poetry, Mediterranean influences, and world music. Through sensitive compositions and lyrics imbued with humanity, the duo invites you on a journey of discovery, connection, and sharing.
7:30 p.m. – AWARY
A band with African and Brazilian influences that will transport the audience into a rich blend of
reggae, soul, and world music. Their warm and festive energy is perfectly in line with the
friendly spirit of the event.
9:00 p.m. ? Moussé T e lei Jovents
The headliner of this year’s festival, who will close out the evening.
Led by Tatou, an iconic figure of Massilia Sound System, the group takes listeners on a musical journey through Marseille folk songs, Mediterranean blues, Occitan influences, and popular world music.