Summer Festivals in France

Combine enjoying your favourite music with a holiday in the beautiful French countryside, when you head off on a road trip to one of these music festivals this summer.

Hellfest

Dates: June 20–22
Location: Clisson, Pays de la Loire
Genre: Metal, Hard Rock
Headliners: Korn, Lindemann, Muse, Scorpions, Linkin Park

One of Europe's biggest metal festivals, featuring a massive lineup of international acts appearing on the outskirts of the pretty town of Clisson.

 

Les Eurockéennes

Dates: July 4–7
Location: Belfort, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Genre: Rock, Pop, Electronic
Headliners: Iron Maiden, DJ Snake, Damso

Set on the Malsaucy peninsula in northeastern France, not far from the Swiss border, offering a diverse lineup in a picturesque setting.
 

Main Square Festival

Dates: July 5–7
Location: Arras, Hauts-de-France
Genre: Rock, Pop, Electronic
Headliners: Deftones, DJ Snake, Martin Garrix, Gracie Abrams

Held in the historic 17th century Citadel of Arras, a UNESCO World Heritage site, just over 40 kms from Lille.
 

 

Les Vieilles Charrues

Dates: July 18–21
Location: Carhaix, Brittany
Genre: Multi-genre
Headliners: Alanis Morissette, Damso, Macklemore

One of France's biggest music festivals, known for its eclectic lineup and vibrant atmosphere.
 

Cabaret Vert

Dates: August 22–25
Location: Charleville-Mézières, Grand Est
Genre: Rock, Hip-Hop, Electronic
Headliners: Will Smith, Booba, Queens of the Stone Age

Focuses on sustainable development, climate change and slow tourism along with a diverse programme of workshops and round tables.
 

Rock en Seine

Dates: August 23–25
Location: Domaine National de Saint-Cloud, near Paris
Genre: Rock, Indie, Electronic
Headliners: Chappell Roan, A$AP Rocky, Anyma, Justice, Queens of the Stone Age 

One of France's premier festivals, attracting major international acts.
 

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