40 en Paires Festival

40 en Paires Festival: When Duos Take Over Mugron

For over twenty years, the 40 en Paires Festival has transformed the center of Mugron into an open-air stage. The concept is as simple as it is appealing: all programmed artists perform as duos. This artistic constraint, far from limiting creativity, generates an incredible diversity of forms: music, French song, folk, circus, object theater, dance, parades, and street performances.

A Festival of Proximity

What sets 40 en Paires apart from major festivals is the proximity between artists and spectators. Performances take place in the street, on the Place de la Laïcité, under the plane trees, at the municipal cinema, behind the town hall, and in every corner of the town center. There is no large, distant stage: artists perform among the audience, creating unique and spontaneous moments of interaction.

Over Fifteen Duos to Discover

Each edition features about fifteen duos with varied styles: intimate French chanson, festive folk concerts, acrobatic circus, poetic object theater, contemporary dance, and quirky parades. The programming mixes established artists and new discoveries, with particular attention paid to the originality and accessibility of the proposals.

A Space Dedicated to Families

The festival places great importance on the younger audience with the "Coin des Pitchouns" (Kids' Corner), a space dedicated to children aged 1 to 12 offering shows, workshops, games, activities, and meetings with artists. The "Duolocos," an open stage for amateurs, also allows anyone to perform on stage as a duo.

Open-Air Cinema and Conviviality

The festival offers open-air cinema screenings and short film projections, complementing the live performance program. On-site catering, bars, and the warm atmosphere make 40 en Paires a true moment of celebration and sharing.

The Entracte Association

Supported by the Entracte association, a major cultural player in Chalosse, the festival benefits from the commitment of numerous volunteers and the support of the municipality of Mugron. Entracte also manages the Pôle culturel Le Belvédère (Le Belvédère Cultural Center) throughout the year with a season of shows and concerts.