A musical interlude on Reunion Island is worth the detour !

There’s always something going on Reunion Island, there’s always a concert, folkloric show or a kabar* organised all over the island. On Reunion Island, the daily life of the locals is filled with music, and holidaymakers will hear this music every evening, all year round.
I took advantage of my stay to go to some music events, a pure pleasure in the company of a motley line-up of musicians.
Unforgettable! The Fête de la Musique (a multitude of stages for both beginners and professionals), the Sakifo (a seaside festival), or the Electropicales (an electronic music festival that takes place in the town centre). Unmissable events, great for having fun with friends on the ultimate island.

Sounds of Reunion Island

(and from further afield too !)

The programme of events is full of world music and sounds that combine séga and maloya. Iconic artists and groups from Reunion Island (Oussanoussava, Baster, Manyan…), from mainland France, from abroad and from the Indian Ocean, all perform on stage and in bars, restaurants, rondavelles*, funfairs, etc. And you might just run into a well-known jazz, soul, electro, R&B, pop, reggae, or classical music artist, or even an international DJ. There’s something for all musical tastes.
Just like me, add a bit of extra sunshine to your holiday!

Kabar: a festive cultural event that is generally held in big towns and is entirely devoted to Créole traditions in all shapes and sizes (an evening of music and traditional dancing, séga, maloya, sirandanes, fairy tales, etc.).
Rondavelle: a small circular construction that resembles an enclosed bandstand, on the seaside where concerts are held.