Break on Troux
Free pop-rock-electro festival in Boullay-les-Troux
About Break on Troux
Break on Troux: Electric Music in the Fields of Essonne
Launched in 2015 by the Trouxlive association, Break on Troux is proof that major festivals don't necessarily happen in big cities. Every summer for the past ten years, the hamlet of Boullay-les-Troux — a few hundred inhabitants nestled in the hills of Hurepoix, between Limours and Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse — transforms for one Saturday into the Essonne capital of live music. In the bucolic setting of the Pré Hainault, two stages host about ten bands for a festival that combines rock energy, electronic curiosity, and a rural atmosphere.
Free Admission as a Founding Principle
The most remarkable feature of Break on Troux is undoubtedly its total free admission. Since the first edition in 2015, access to the festival has been entirely free and open, reflecting a strong conviction from the Trouxlive association: making culture accessible to all, without financial considerations. This philosophy has allowed the festival to attract a very diverse audience each year, from families with children to rock enthusiasts and the simply curious. Online registration via the HelloAsso platform is recommended to facilitate organization, but does not condition access to the site.
A Program from 3 PM to Midnight
Break on Troux spans a long festive day, from afternoon until midnight. The festival features a program dominated by rock but open to all electric and electronic nuances: energetic pop, alternative rock, indie, electronic, and sometimes welcome stylistic detours. The two stages allow for a continuous flow of bands, maintaining the audience's energy throughout the day. Special attention is given to local and emerging bands from Essonne and Île-de-France, alongside more established artists who lend their talent to this extraordinary festival.
The Unique Atmosphere of Pré Hainault
The location is a significant part of Break on Troux's magic. The Pré Hainault, located at Rue du Pré Hainault in Boullay-les-Troux, offers an open natural space that pleasantly contrasts with the electric ambiance of amplified music. Surrounded by hills and forests, this meadow offers an unobstructed view and an in-between-worlds atmosphere — neither entirely in the countryside nor entirely in the city — which gives the festival its unique identity. Food trucks, the association's bar, and activities complete a full festival experience in this pastoral setting.
Trouxlive, the Association Behind the Festival
The Trouxlive association, headquartered in Boullay-les-Troux, is the driving force behind Break on Troux. Created by music-loving residents, it manages the complete organization of the festival: programming, logistics, communication, volunteering, and relations with local authorities. The Communauté de communes du Pays de Limours is a partner of the event and contributes to its institutional support. This partnership between citizen initiative and territorial support is exemplary of what a local festival rooted in its territory can achieve.
The 8th Edition in 2025
The 8th edition of Break on Troux was held on June 7, 2025, confirming the vitality and longevity of this popular festival. With a program dominated by rock and bands presenting their own compositions, the 2025 edition maintained the level of quality and festive energy that has made Break on Troux famous since 2015.
Break on Troux — edition 2026
The 9th edition of Break on Troux takes place on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at Pré Hainault in Boullay-les-Troux, from 3 PM to midnight. This "black edition" brings together seven pop, rock, and electro groups for free on two stages, featuring The Supermen Lovers, Bloody Claps, Alhena, Teenage Role Models, GURL, La Vie sur Mars, and Dyeno. Free entry upon HelloAsso registration, food trucks and a community bar on site.
9th Edition — the "black edition" of Break on Troux
For its ninth edition, Break on Troux returns to Pré Hainault in Boullay-les-Troux on Saturday, June 6, 2026, from 3 PM to midnight. True to its founding principles — total free access, musical quality, rural conviviality — the Hurepoix summer festival organized by the Trouxlive association offers a "black edition" with a pop, rock, and electro program spread across two stages. Seven groups will perform throughout the day and evening to transform this small hamlet in Essonne into an ephemeral musical capital.
A program between electro funk and alternative rock
The 2026 edition focuses on a balance between established names of the French scene and emerging acts. The Supermen Lovers, a cult name in French electro funk, will bring their dancing groove. Bloody Claps, announced as one of the highlights, will deliver a performance of raw intensity. Alhena will deploy contrasting atmospheres with a bold and immersive approach. Alongside them, Teenage Role Models, GURL, La Vie sur Mars, and Dyeno — the latter being a loyal participant since its beginnings — complete an eclectic pop-rock-electro lineup that characterizes the spirit of the festival.
Free with HelloAsso registration
Access remains entirely free, in accordance with the philosophy of the Trouxlive association since 2015: to make culture accessible to all. However, prior registration on the HelloAsso platform is essential to allow organizers to anticipate attendance and ensure site security. Food trucks, a community bar, and play areas complete the experience for a festive outdoor day in the bucolic setting of Pré Hainault.
Programme Break on Troux 2026
Saturday, June 6, 2026 — from 3 PM to midnight, two stages at Pré Hainault
The seven groups announced by the organization for the 9th edition ("black edition"), in official presentation order — precise stage times have not been published as of the verification date:
- The Supermen Lovers — Cult name of the French electro scene, known for their global hit "Starlight": a funky and groovy set with dancing energy.
- Bloody Claps — Announced as one of the festival's highlights, the group promises a performance of raw, vibrant, and energy-charged intensity.
- Alhena — Band with contrasting atmospheres and an elegant touch, featuring powerful tracks designed for live performance.
- Teenage Role Models — A breath of fresh air, authentic lyrics, and spontaneous energy for this project that focuses on sincerity.
- GURL — Trio with wild energy, charisma to spare, and strong stage presence.
- La Vie sur Mars — Real atmosphere on stage, blending emotion and immediate connection with the audience.
- Dyeno — A pillar of the festival since its first edition in 2015, faithfully returning with an energetic rock fusion.
Official program announced on breakontroux.fr (page "Edition 2026").
Highlights Break on Troux 2026
- 9th "black edition" entirely free, Saturday, June 6, 2026 from 3 PM to midnight
- Seven pop, rock, and electro groups on two stages at Pré Hainault
- Electro funk headliner: The Supermen Lovers (author of the hit "Starlight")
- Mandatory free registration on HelloAsso to facilitate organization
- Food trucks, community bar, and play areas in a bucolic setting in Hurepoix
Prices Break on Troux 2026
Practical information — Break on Troux
Practical Information
Location
Pré Hainault — Rue du Pré Hainault, 91470 Boullay-les-Troux.
Access
By car: D988 from Limours (10 min) or from Les Molières (5 min). D117 from Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse. Parking on site.
By public transport: RER B stop Saint-Rémy-lès-Chevreuse, then taxi or carpooling (7 km).
Prices
Completely free admission. Registration recommended on HelloAsso (helloasso.com/associations/trouxlive).
Food
Food trucks, association bar on site. Picnic area welcome.
Contact
Trouxlive Association. Website: www.breakontroux.fr. Facebook: facebook.com/BreakOnTroux
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Where does it take place — Break on Troux
Pré Hainault
Rue du Pré Hainault, 91470 Boullay-les-Troux