Walk Up Festival Returns to La Bellevilloise for Two Days of Emerging Music
Paris, May 7, 2026 – The Walk Up Festival will once again transform La Bellevilloise into a vibrant hub for new musical talent on May 8 and 9, 2026. This highly anticipated event, organized by AEG Presents France, promises two full days and nights dedicated to showcasing a diverse array of emerging artists from the indie pop, neo-soul, folk, R&B, and electro genres.
A Platform for Discovery at an Iconic Venue
Conceived as a festival of discovery, the Walk Up Festival deliberately shines a spotlight on a new generation of artists whose careers are on the rise. The event spans two full days, with concerts starting at 4:30 PM and continuing with vibrant evening parties until 5:00 AM.
La Bellevilloise, an emblematic venue in Paris’s 20th arrondissement, will host the festival across several distinct spaces, ensuring a multifaceted experience for attendees. The ‘Sas’ will feature intimate live performances, providing a unique opportunity to connect with artists. The ‘Halle aux Oliviers,’ a distinctive and luminous space at the heart of the building, will offer an immersive atmosphere. The ‘Club,’ located in the basement, will be the stage for major performances before transitioning to nocturnal DJ sets.
The ‘Forum’ will complement the experience with a continuously open living area, featuring creative stands for tattoos and illustrations, a bar, food options, and late-night DJs. This Parisian festival extends beyond a simple series of concerts, offering a comprehensive experience that blends live music with an artistic universe, true to the spirit of venues that define Paris’s independent music scene.
Eclectic Lineup Across Genres
The program on Friday, May 8, kicks off at 4:30 PM with a succession of live performances by artists such as Chanpan, Unflirt, Feux, Charlie Burg, Finn Askew, Quinn Oulton, and SirBastien, performing until 11:00 PM. The night will then shift to an electronic ambiance with Canblaster B2B Tom VR, Regalade, and Waass on the decks until dawn.
Saturday, May 9, continues the musical journey with an equally packed schedule, featuring Sebastian Schub, Tia Gordon, Ethel, Luca Firth, Charlotte Dowsson, Felix Antonio, Lola Moxom, McGrath, and Noonzy. From 11:00 PM, the night will belong to Encoreuneautre, Scorpio Qveen, and 3 Faces.
The musical diversity on display, ranging from indie pop and indie rock to folk, R&B, neo-soul, and electro, reflects the primary mission of the Walk Up Festival: to provide a platform for ascending artists from various sonic backgrounds. For those eager to discover new talents before they hit the mainstream, this event is a must-attend. To further enrich your musical agenda, consider checking out the Jazzcore concert in Paris, another unmissable event in the capital.
Getting to La Bellevilloise
La Bellevilloise is easily accessible by public transport from across the Parisian region. The closest metro stop is Gambetta (Line 3), exit Orfila. Ménilmontant station (Line 2) is also about a five-minute walk away. Bus lines 26, 61, 69, and 96 serve the area, with a stop at Pyrénées – Ménilmontant just a four-minute walk from the venue. For late-night events ending at 5:00 AM, Noctilien buses N16 and N34 will be available.
For those arriving by car, two parking facilities are available nearby in the 20th arrondissement: Parking Saint-Fargeau (27 rue Saint-Fargeau, 75020) and Parking Olivier Métra (35-49 rue Olivier Métra, 75020). It is advisable to check availability in advance, especially during evenings and weekends. For persons with reduced mobility, access to La Halle aux Oliviers and the Club is via 19 rue Boyer, while the Forum has ground-level access at 21 rue Boyer.
Our advice: Opt for public transport to get to the Walk Up Festival. The metro and buses provide efficient service to La Bellevilloise, and the Noctilien lines will ensure a peaceful return after the late-night festivities.
Information:
- La Bellevilloise – Paris 75020 Paris
- Contacts: 01 46 36 07 07
- Website: www.labellevilloise.com/
- Artists include: Sebastian Schub and many more.
- Dates and times: Friday, May 8, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 5:00 AM; Saturday, May 9, 2026, from 4:30 PM to 5:00 AM.
- Tickets: Available via online ticketing.
Source: https://www.jds.fr/paris/manifestations/festival/walk-up-festival-a-la-bellevilloise-deux-jours-de-musiques-emergentes-a-paris-1493810_A
