Concert - 400 years of history, Toulon celebrates its Navy - JEP 2026
35-39 Av. Guiramand
83000 Toulon
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Presentation
Four centuries of naval history come to life in a sound and light show combining archive images and narration, with original music composed for the occasion by Alexandre Kosmicki, conductor of the French Navy orchestra.
Combining music, archival footage, and narration, this immersive production celebrates maritime heritage and the defining moments of naval history.
Highlights
Sound-and-light show celebrating 400 years of the French Navy’s history
Featuring the French Navy Band
Original production directed and composed by Alexandre Kosmicki
Projection of archival footage and an immersive historical narrative
Cancellation Policy
See our Terms and Conditions
The Experience
The Toulon & Region Music Festival invites you to an original evening blending music, history, and visual art at Fort Lamalgue.
Starting at 8:30 p.m., the French Navy Band will open the evening with a program of original works celebrating the maritime world and the traditions of the French Navy.
At 9:00 PM, the stage will give way to a grand historical narrative retracing 400 years of maritime history. Archival footage, narration, and original music come together to bring the defining moments of this epic journey to life. The narrative, written by students at the Naval Academy, is accompanied by a visual montage created by students from the UFR Ingémédia at the University of Toulon.
The entire production is set to original music composed for the occasion by Alexandre Kosmicki, Chief of the French Navy Band, offering spectators an immersive experience where memory, heritage, and emotion converge.
Practical Information
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible
Access & Parking:
o Free parking at Fort Saint Louis and the Mourillon beaches
o Mistral bus network: Line 33 to the “Fort Lamalgue” stop, then a 200-meter walk; Line 23 to the “Ste Hélène” stop, then a 500-meter walk
In case of bad weather, the event will be postponed to September 20.
Tips from the Tourist Office
• Explore our destination with the Provence Med City Card
• Attend other concerts and shows in our region
Highlights
Sound-and-light show celebrating 400 years of the French Navy’s history
Featuring the French Navy Band
Original production directed and composed by Alexandre Kosmicki
Projection of archival footage and an immersive historical narrative
Cancellation Policy
See our Terms and Conditions
The Experience
The Toulon & Region Music Festival invites you to an original evening blending music, history, and visual art at Fort Lamalgue.
Starting at 8:30 p.m., the French Navy Band will open the evening with a program of original works celebrating the maritime world and the traditions of the French Navy.
At 9:00 PM, the stage will give way to a grand historical narrative retracing 400 years of maritime history. Archival footage, narration, and original music come together to bring the defining moments of this epic journey to life. The narrative, written by students at the Naval Academy, is accompanied by a visual montage created by students from the UFR Ingémédia at the University of Toulon.
The entire production is set to original music composed for the occasion by Alexandre Kosmicki, Chief of the French Navy Band, offering spectators an immersive experience where memory, heritage, and emotion converge.
Practical Information
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible
Access & Parking:
o Free parking at Fort Saint Louis and the Mourillon beaches
o Mistral bus network: Line 33 to the “Fort Lamalgue” stop, then a 200-meter walk; Line 23 to the “Ste Hélène” stop, then a 500-meter walk
In case of bad weather, the event will be postponed to September 20.
Tips from the Tourist Office
• Explore our destination with the Provence Med City Card
• Attend other concerts and shows in our region
Spoken languages
Openings & pricing
Horaires
Saturday 19 September 2026 from 8.30 pm.
Tarifs
Full price: 10 to 15 €.
Mise à jour le 23/06/2026
Par Office de Tourisme Provence Méditerranée
See also
Marianne d’Or
du développement durable 2024
Lauréat de la “Meilleure identité visuelle”
aux Trophées de la Communication 2023
