Charivari
The eclectic and family-friendly festival of Vertou
About Charivari
A festival rooted in its territory
Created in 2009 by the City of Vertou, the Charivari festival was born from the desire to offer the inhabitants of the town and the Nantes metropolitan area a festive, free, and accessible cultural event for all. Located in the magnificent Parc de la Sèvre, a green space on the riverbank just 15 minutes from Nantes, the festival has built a loyal and ever-growing audience over the years.
An eclectic and generous program
Charivari stands out for the richness and diversity of its musical programming. On two stages — the Scène du Parc, the largest, and the Scène de la Clairière — more than twenty shows alternate, mixing pop, rock, French chanson, electro, Afro-Cuban music, and various artistic creations. The festival makes it a point of honor to combine nationally renowned artists and emerging talents from the local scene, offering a showcase for Vertou's cultural associations that present dance, theater, and songs on the Scène de la Clairière.
Over the years, Charivari has hosted artists such as Christophe Willem, Archimède, Elephanz, Mad Foxes, Colours in the Street, and Los Duendes, confirming its status as a must-attend musical event in the south of the Nantes metropolitan area.
A family-friendly and eco-responsible event
Much more than just a music festival, Charivari is a family event in its own right. The Family Village, with its wooden games, creative workshops, and activities run by local associations, delights both young and old. The Vertou Photo Club offers a family portrait each year as a souvenir of the festival.
Committed to an eco-responsible approach, the festival pays particular attention to waste management, short supply chains for catering provided by about twenty food trucks, and accessibility for people with disabilities. Each year, about a hundred volunteers join the municipal team to bring this friendly and supportive event to life.
Charivari — edition 2026
No 2026 Edition — Next Edition in 2027
There will be no 2026 edition of the Charivari festival. The next edition will take place in 2027 at Parc de la Sèvre, in Vertou. Fans and regulars of the event will therefore have to wait before enjoying the unique atmosphere of the park again.
The exact dates of the next edition, the program, and the organisational details will be communicated later. This page will be updated as soon as this information becomes available — please check back regularly or follow the social media accounts of the City of Vertou.
While waiting for the next edition, Charivari enthusiasts can revisit the atmosphere of past editions — the 12th edition in 2023 marked by Christophe Willem's concert, or the 13th edition in 2025 with its 100% local program featuring Archimède, Elephanz, and Le Bal des Variétistes — both of which helped make this free festival a must-attend event in the south of the Nantes metropolitan area.
Why is this page still online?
Charivari is a popular festival eagerly awaited by thousands of people. This page remains accessible to inform visitors searching for information about the 2026 edition and to help them understand the situation. The next edition will take place in 2027; we will update this page as soon as the dates and program are confirmed.
Highlights Charivari 2026
- No 2026 edition: the festival will not take place in 2026
- Next edition in 2027: see you at Parc de la Sèvre in Vertou for the next edition of Charivari
- Dates and program to come: information will be published on this page as soon as it becomes available
- Follow the news: via the official website of the City of Vertou or its social media accounts
Prices Charivari 2026
Practical information — Charivari
Practical information
Location
The Charivari festival takes place at Parc de la Sèvre, Place Saint-Martin, 44120 Vertou. This riverside park offers an exceptional natural setting just 15 minutes from the center of Nantes.
Access
- By bus: Line 30 (TAN) from Nantes, Vertou Centre stop
- By car: Parking lots near Parc de la Sèvre
- By bike: Cycle path along the Sèvre Nantaise. Bike check-up offered on site during the festival.
Prices
The festival is entirely free and open access.
Accessibility
The site is accessible to people with disabilities.
Food & Drink
About twenty food trucks are present on both days of the festival, prioritizing short supply chains.
Contact
- Website: vertou.fr/se-divertir/festival-charivari
- Facebook: Ville de Vertou
- Instagram: @villedevertou
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Where does it take place — Charivari
Parc de la Sèvre
Place Saint-Martin, 44120 Vertou