Fest-Deiz ha Noz — Annual Festival of the CCBO
The big annual Breton music and dance event in Orvault
About Fest-Deiz ha Noz
The Fest-Deiz ha Noz is the annual festival of the Breton Cultural Center of Orvault (CCBO), organized every year in January at the Salle de l'Odyssée. This flagship event of Breton culture in Loire-Atlantique brings together musicians, singers, dancers, and storytellers for a festive day combining fest-deiz in the afternoon and fest-noz in the evening, with traditional music and dance competitions (Philippe Grellier and Jean Renaud Trophies), dance workshops, and initiations open to all.
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The Fest-Deiz ha Noz: Orvault's Big Breton Celebration
Organized every year in January by the Breton Cultural Center of Orvault (CCBO), the Fest-Deiz ha Noz is one of the major events of Breton culture in the Nantes metropolitan area. It takes place at the Salle de l'Odyssée, in the heart of the Bois Cesbron park in Orvault, and brings together several hundred enthusiasts of traditional Breton music and dance.
A Full Day of Festivities
The day begins in the morning with a dance workshop to practice the dances featured in the afternoon competition, notably the avant-deux de travers (mode des Touches) and the rond de Sautron (mode piqué). In the afternoon, the fest-deiz opens with the music and dance competitions, qualifying rounds for the Championship of Brittany in Traditional Music and Dance. In the late afternoon, a free introduction to Breton dance allows newcomers to learn the basic steps. Finally, the fest-noz takes over in the evening and continues until 2 a.m., with a succession of traditional Breton music groups and duos.
The Philippe Grellier and Jean Renaud Trophies
Since 2016, the festival has hosted the Philippe Grellier Trophies (music competition) and the Jean Renaud Trophies (dance competition), named in honor of two founding figures of the CCBO. These competitions are official qualifying rounds for the final of the Championship of Brittany in Traditional Music and Dance, organized by the Kenleur confederation. Music groups and dance couples compete with prescribed dances from the repertoire of the Nantes region.
The CCBO: Guardian of Breton Culture in Orvault
The Breton Cultural Center of Orvault was founded in 1964 under the name "Cercle Celtique les Jonquilles d'Orvault," initiated by Didier Bouron and Jean Renaud. Renamed CCBO in 1988, it works year-round to promote Breton culture through dance, music, singing (kan ha diskan), and Breton language classes. The annual Fest-Deiz ha Noz is the highlight of its cultural season and a moment of conviviality bringing together Celtic circles, bagadoù, and Breton associations from all over Loire-Atlantique and historic Brittany.
An Event Rooted in Living Tradition
The fest-noz, literally "night party" in Breton, has been inscribed on the UNESCO List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity since 2012. The Fest-Deiz ha Noz of Orvault perpetuates this tradition by anchoring it in the Nantes region, with a program that mixes renowned artists of the Breton trad scene and emerging young talents, in a warm and participatory atmosphere.
Fest-Deiz ha Noz — edition 2026
CCBO's annual Fest-Deiz ha Noz, Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11, 2026, at the Salle de l'Odyssée in Orvault. 11th Philippe Grellier and Jean Renaud Trophies, with Loened Fall (30 years), Arbadetorne, Ayoul tad ha mab quintet, Dañs ar Jâze, Saout²/Jouanno, and many others.
2026 Edition — Saturday, January 10 and Sunday, January 11, 2026
The CCBO's Fest-Deiz ha Noz 2026 returns on January 10 and 11, 2026, at the Salle de l'Odyssée in Orvault, with a rich program celebrating, notably, the 30th anniversary of Loened Fall.
On Saturday, the day is structured around the dance workshop in the morning (10 a.m.-12 p.m.), the fest-deiz with the 11th edition of the music and dance competitions in the afternoon (1:30 p.m.-5:30 p.m.), an introduction to Breton dance at 6 p.m., followed by the fest-noz from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. with numerous groups.
The fest-deiz lineup includes Afell, Baz Khazar, Duo Bigoud, Duo Gibbe, Huchard, the duo Lardière / Le Mauff (2025 winners, out of competition), and the duo Poulossier / Blain / Lutig. The fest-noz welcomes André / Lefebvre, Arbadetorne, Ayoul tad ha mab quintet, Dañs ar Jâze, Lardière / Le Mauff, Loened Fall (30 years), and Saout² / Jouanno.
Programme Fest-Deiz ha Noz 2026
2026 Lineup
Fest-deiz (1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.)
- Afell
- Baz Khazar
- Duo Bigoud
- Duo Gibbe
- Huchard
- Duo Lardière / Le Mauff (2025 winners, out of competition)
- Duo Poulossier / Blain / Lutig
Fest-noz (7 p.m. – 2 a.m.)
- André / Lefebvre
- Arbadetorne
- Ayoul tad ha mab quintet
- Dañs ar Jâze
- Lardière / Le Mauff
- Loened Fall — 30 years of career
- Saout² / Jouanno
Competitions
- 11th Philippe Grellier Trophy (music competition)
- 11th Jean Renaud Trophy (dance competition)
Highlights Fest-Deiz ha Noz 2026
- 30th anniversary of Loened Fall celebrated at the fest-noz
- 11th edition of the Philippe Grellier and Jean Renaud Trophies
- 14 groups and duos throughout the day
- Dance workshop, competitions, introduction, and fest-noz until 2 a.m.
- Qualifying competitions for the 2026 Championship of Brittany
Prices Fest-Deiz ha Noz 2026
Practical information — Fest-Deiz ha Noz
Practical Information
Location
The festival takes place at the Salle de l'Odyssée, Le Bois Cesbron, 44700 Orvault. The venue has a capacity of 1,200 people. An outdoor tent with a dance floor complements the setup for special editions.
Access
The Odyssée is accessible by car (free parking on site) and by public transport via the TAN network (tram line 3, Bois Cesbron stop, then a few minutes' walk).
Typical Day Program
- 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.: Dance workshop (avant-deux de travers and rond de Sautron)
- 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.: Fest-deiz with music competition (Philippe Grellier Trophy) and dance competition (Jean Renaud Trophy)
- 6 p.m.: Introduction to Breton dance (free)
- 7 p.m. – 2 a.m.: Fest-noz with numerous groups
Prices (2026 Edition)
- Dance workshop: €5
- Fest-deiz (1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m.): €4 / reduced €2
- Introduction + Fest-noz (6 p.m. – 2 a.m.): €10 / reduced €8
- Full day: €12 / reduced €9
- Free: under 18s
Ticketing
Tickets online at ccbo-orvault.bzh. Online ticketing closes the evening before; tickets available on site on the day of the event from 1 p.m.
Food and Drink
Refreshments and food available on site (crêpes, galettes, cider).
Contact
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 06 33 27 10 33
- Website: www.ccbo-orvault.bzh
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Where does it take place — Fest-Deiz ha Noz
Salle de l'Odyssée
Le Bois Cesbron, 44700 Orvault