Castle Festival
Two days of electronic music at the foot of the castle of Péronne
About Castle Festival
Castle Festival is the summer meeting point for electronic music in Péronne, in the Somme. Every year in July, Place Audinot, at the foot of the town's medieval castle, transforms into an open-air dance floor for two days of electro, house, techno sets, and DJ sets. Free and open to all, this municipal festival attracts over 3,000 people and has established itself as one of the highlights of the Péronne summer, with a program that showcases female DJs and contemporary electronic music artists.
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Electro at the foot of a medieval fortress
The setting is striking: Place Audinot, dominated by the imposing towers of the Château de Péronne — a 13th-century medieval fortress that today houses the Historial de la Grande Guerre — transforms each summer into a huge party space dedicated to electronic music. The contrast between the ancient stone and the deep bass of the DJ sets creates a unique atmosphere, between heritage and modernity, which is the entire charm of the Castle Festival.
A free and popular festival
The Castle Festival is organized by the Events and Entertainment Service of the City of Péronne and is distinguished by its complete freeness. This accessibility makes the festival a truly popular event, bringing together a large and diverse audience — families, young people, electro fans, and the curious — in a festive and relaxed atmosphere. With over 3,000 attendees in recent editions, the Castle Festival has become one of the flagship events of the summer in Santerre and Haute Somme.
An engaged electro program
The Castle Festival's program reflects the trends of the current electronic scene. The festival offers two evenings of DJ sets and live performances mixing house, techno, electro, deep house, and bass music. Since the 2026 edition, the first day is specifically dedicated to female DJs, highlighting female artists who are too often under-represented in the lineups of electronic music festivals. The second day completes the experience with a selection of acclaimed sets.
Péronne: a city of history and celebration
The Castle Festival contributes to the summer dynamism of Péronne, a town of character located on the banks of the Somme. Known for its Historial de la Grande Guerre, its medieval castle, and its ponds, Péronne offers a remarkable heritage and natural setting that enriches the festival experience. The festival is part of an ambitious summer entertainment calendar supported by the municipality, which also includes the Medieval Festival and various cultural events.
Castle Festival — edition 2026
Castle Festival 2026 in Péronne. Two days of free electronic music at the foot of the castle on July 13 and 14. First day dedicated to female DJs, second day of acclaimed DJ sets.
2026 Edition: Female DJs in the spotlight
The Castle Festival returns on July 13 and 14, 2026 at Place Audinot, at the foot of the Péronne castle, for a new 100% free edition.
Major novelty for this edition: the first day is entirely dedicated to female DJs. The festival thus takes a stand for better representation of female artists in the electronic music scene, by offering them a prime stage in front of an audience of several thousand people. The second day continues the experience with a selection of high-level DJ sets and electronic performances.
The full lineup will be unveiled in the weeks leading up to the event. The Castle Festival promises "exceptional concerts" for this edition, which is shaping up to be the most ambitious in its history.
Programme Castle Festival 2026
Provisional 2026 Program
- Monday, July 13: Day dedicated to female DJs — Place Audinot
- Tuesday, July 14: DJ sets and electronic performances — Place Audinot
Detailed lineup coming soon.
Highlights Castle Festival 2026
- 100% free admission
- First day dedicated to female DJs
- Exceptional setting at the foot of the medieval castle of Péronne
- Ambitious lineup announced
Prices Castle Festival 2026
Practical information — Castle Festival
Practical Information
Access
Péronne is located in the Somme (80), 50 km east of Amiens and 50 km southwest of Cambrai.
- By car: A1 motorway (Péronne exit) or A29. Free parking in the city center.
- By train: Nearest station: Péronne-Flamicourt station (TER Hauts-de-France). Or Amiens station, then bus or carpooling.
Location
Place Audinot, at the foot of the castle, 80200 Péronne.
Prices
Free admission.
Contact
- Events and Entertainment Service: 03 22 73 31 16 or 03 22 73 31 11
- Address: 3 Place du Commandant Louis Daudré, 80200 Péronne
- Website: www.ville-peronne.fr
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Where does it take place — Castle Festival
Place Audinot — Au pied du château de Péronne
Place Audinot, 80200 Péronne