As a consequence of the importance of musicians and composers to the artist-in-residence program, the Abbaye de La Prée organizes its own annual music festival — Rencontres Musicales autour de La Prée — each spring during the weekend of Ascension.

For four days, current and former composers and musicians joined by world renowned artists and ensembles perform new works by the residents as well as major works from the standard repertory.  The emphasis has been on chamber music and small ensembles. During these Musical Encounters, the Abbey, its restaurant and its surroundings are open to the public.