Elsass Rock & Jive Festival

Coco Das Vegas and the Birth of a Rockabilly Dream

In 2014, Coco Das Vegas, revue presenter and founder of the troupe Alsace Pin-Up, decided to create in Alsace the equivalent of the major vintage festivals she attended worldwide, notably the Viva Las Vegas Rockabilly Festival. The idea was simple: to allow Alsatian and European enthusiasts to experience the rockabilly scene without crossing the Atlantic. The Elsass Rock & Jive Festival was thus born in Illkirch-Graffenstaden, on the outskirts of Strasbourg, and settled at L'Illiade, a performance and congress venue with professional infrastructure.

Five Days in the 50s

The festival spans five days in May, offering a dense and varied program that immerses visitors in the world of original rock'n'roll. The concerts feature international artists of rock'n'roll, rockabilly, swing, jump blues, and jive: the 2026 edition notably welcomes Bernie Dexter (USA, festival ambassador), Gizzelle (USA), Barrence Whitfield (USA), Bun-Jon & The Big Jive (Germany), and The Hi-Ballin' Daddies (Mexico).

A Complete Universe: Burlesque, Vintage, and Elvis

Elsass Rock & Jive stands out for the richness of its side program. The burlesque shows — a unique feature among French vintage festivals — add a glamorous and quirky touch to the evenings. The car show (vintage American car exhibition, free entry) attracts vintage car enthusiasts. The vintage market offers retro clothing, jewelry, and items. Elvis weddings, celebrated in the kitsch ambiance of the King, offer couples an unforgettable experience. The Miss contest, the pin-up parade, the dance competitions (rock'n'roll, jive, swing), and the outdoor dance floor complete a program that makes this festival a total immersion into the culture of the fifties.

The Third Largest Vintage Festival in France

With over 15,000 visitors in 2025, Elsass Rock & Jive has risen to become the third largest vintage festival in France. Its international reach — artists from the United States, Germany, Mexico, and elsewhere — and its strong identity make it a unique event in the Alsatian and French festival landscape, attracting enthusiasts from all over Europe.