This event is in the past.It took place on May 8, 2026 at Old Port.
Festival
FestivalWatch history ignite as the Olympic Flame makes its grand entrance into Marseille. The Vieux Port transforms into a massive free festival with concerts, street performers, and sports activities before the flame lights the cauldron.
Olympic flame ceremony
Free concerts
Street performances
Sports activities
Tips
🏃arrive early for a good viewing spot
🎭street performances run all afternoon
🌊bring layers, it gets breezy by the water
Célébration de l'arrivée de la Flamme Olympique
Opéra
FestivalFestivalWatch history ignite as the Olympic Flame makes its grand entrance into Marseille. The Vieux Port transforms into a massive free festival with concerts, street performers, and sports activities before the flame lights the cauldron.
Olympic flame ceremony
Free concerts
Street performances
Sports activities
Tips
🏃arrive early for a good viewing spot
🎭street performances run all afternoon
🌊bring layers, it gets breezy by the water
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