Emeki Festival
A music festival featuring an all-female lineup in Urrugne
2026
About Emeki Festival
Every year in late September, Emeki brings together an exclusively female lineup of artists in the heart of the Basque village of Urrugne. Supported by the town of Urrugne, the festival showcases a blend of traditional Basque singing, dance, and music alongside performances from international acts. Established in 2023, the event is free to attend and takes place on the Place René Soubelet.
Emeki Festival — edition 2026
For the 2026 edition, Emeki spans three days, from Friday, September 25th to Sunday, September 27th, once again at Place René Soubelet in Urrugne. The lineup features the Horhor trio, neo-folk singer Marion Neira (known as "Manefa"), the Basque dance ensemble Neskena, the group Las Flamencas de Catalina, and Bayonne-based musician Miren Mey. Admission is free.
Highlights Emeki Festival 2026
- Three days of concerts and dance, from September 25th to 27th, 2026
- An all-female lineup at Place René Soubelet
- The Basque dance ensemble Neskena, featuring young dancers from Espelette
- Free admission
Programme Emeki Festival 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026
- 7:00 PM — Horhor Trio (vocals, keyboard, double bass)
Saturday, September 26, 2026
- 4:00 PM — Marion Neira "Manefa", neo-folk
- 5:30 PM — Las Flamencas de Catalina, flamenco dancers (interlude)
- 6:00 PM — Neskena, Basque dance ensemble
- 7:30 PM — Las Flamencas de Catalina (interlude)
- 8:00 PM — Miren Mey, piano and neoclassical/electro compositions
Sunday, September 27, 2026
- 4:00 PM — Julia Damestoy Perez
Practical information — Emeki Festival
The festival is free and held on the Place René Soubelet in the center of Urrugne, just a short walk from the tourist office.
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