A Musical Odyssey on the Canal du Midi

This summer, from June 29 to July 23, the Convivencia festival barge will sail along the Canal du Midi, offering a unique musical journey through 13 communes in the Occitanie region. On board, concerts, tastings and exhibitions will transform each stopover into a cultural celebration. [Partenariat]

The Convivencia festival returns this summer for a promising 28th edition, sailing gently at 5km/h on the Canal du Midi. The Tourmente barge, 30 meters long, transforms into a floating stage, offering an exceptional setting for open-air concerts. For nearly four weeks, from June 29 to July 23, the festival will pass through 13 municipalities, to offer musical and cultural evenings.

Convivencia is not just a music festival: it is also a space for engagement and reflection. Guest artists celebrate the spiritual heritage of their ancestors while addressing contemporary themes such as global warming, racism and LGBTQ+ rights. The festival is committed to promoting cultural diversity and raising awareness of current societal issues. Convivencia Festival invites you to discover powerful voices and unique sounds in an idyllic setting. Enjoy this immersive cultural experience, where each stopover is a new adventure to share.

A glance at the 2024 program

Ëda Diaz :

Saturday June 29, 2024 at 9:30 p.m. in Montech. The French-Colombian double bassist and singer combines traditional South American rhythms with creative electronic experimentation. Her music is a fusion of her cultural heritage, offering a rich and emotional work.

Sami Galbi:

Wednesday July 3, 2024 at 9:30 p.m. in Toulouse. Sami Galbi, from the alternative scenes of French-speaking Switzerland, offers a captivating raï-electro. Inspired by the popular music of the cabarets of Casablanca and Marseille, he breathes a modern and sunny breath into the traditional genres of Raï and Chaâbi.

Chakâm ensemble:

Sunday, July 7, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. in Castanet-Tolosan. Winner of the Prix des Musiques d’Ici 2023, the Ensemble Chakâm mixes the sounds of the Iranian târ, the Palestinian qanun and the French viola da gamba. Their music is a journey through traditions and cultural influences, creating a unique sound universe.

For more information on the program and stops, visit the official Convivencia Festival website.

Don’t miss this opportunity to experience a summer filled with music and conviviality on the banks of the Canal du Midi.

France 3 Occitanie is a partner of this event.