Paris electronic festival Peacock Society to close after 15 years

The Peacock Society, a prominent electronic music festival in Paris, announced it will be ending its 15-year run. Organizers stated that producing a two-day outdoor festival at the Hippodrome Paris Vincennes endangers the very survival of their organization.

In a statement released on social media, the team explained they have continuously adapted to a growing list of constraints. These include prefectural decisions, political instability, increased artist fees, and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite these hurdles, the festival managed to maintain a balance for years, offering accessible ticket prices.

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Producing two days of festival in the open air at the Hippodrome Paris Vincennes endangers the very survival of our structure.

However, the situation reached a critical point in 2026. "We have something to tell you," the festival's announcement began, highlighting the current difficulties in the cultural sector. "As you know, working in culture right now is complicated, even for organizations that have been around for over 12 years like ours."

For its final edition on July 10 and 11, Peacock Society is changing its format. Instead of an open-air event, it will host two days of club nights at Parisian venues Wanderlust and FVTVR. Tickets are available starting at 29 euros for Friday, 34 euros for Saturday, and 69 euros for a two-day pass. All previously sold tickets remain valid for the new format and will be adjusted for the updated pricing.

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As you know, working in culture right now is complicated, even for organizations that have been around for over 12 years like ours.