Fest Jazz
Jazz festival on the banks of the Aulne in Châteauneuf-du-Faou
About Fest Jazz
Fest Jazz: Jazz takes over the banks of the Aulne
Fest Jazz was born in 2005 from a simple gathering of friends at the Tal Ar Pont bar, on the banks of the Aulne in Châteauneuf-du-Faou. What was initially just a modest get-together for jazz enthusiasts has become an unmissable summer event in Central Brittany over twenty years. Supported by the association Jazz Kreiz Breizh, the festival has managed to retain the friendly spirit of its origins while growing in stature.
An international program
Each summer, Fest Jazz welcomes around 130 artists from about thirty bands from all over the world: Italy, Germany, Norway, Australia, and especially the United States, with around thirty American musicians each year. The program celebrates traditional jazz, swing, New Orleans jazz, blues, and soul, with concerts taking place over four days. The 2025 edition broke attendance records with artists like BirdBøx, Kareen Guiock Thuram, and Tuba Skinny.
A unique bucolic setting
The festival takes place on the banks of the Aulne river, offering a rural and green setting that contrasts with the large stages of urban festivals. The atmosphere is that of a giant musical picnic where festival-goers relax on the grass between concerts, enjoying the mild Breton summer. Since 2025, a family area has welcomed children on Saturday and Sunday afternoons.
A festival that shines
Fest Jazz has also expanded beyond Châteauneuf-du-Faou with concerts at the Domaine de Trévarez, the magnificent neo-Gothic castle classified as a historic monument. This expansion allows the festival to reach a wider audience and introduce jazz in an exceptional heritage setting. The festival also offers a summer music workshop for amateur and experienced musicians.
Fest Jazz — edition 2026
21st edition of Fest Jazz, from July 23 to 26, 2026 in Châteauneuf-du-Faou (29), on the banks of the Aulne. Four days of jazz, swing, blues, and gypsy jazz music with over 120 artists on stage: Andrea Motis, Stochelo & Mozes Rosenberg Trio, the Shake'Em Up Jazz Band, the Chicago Stompers, David Graham & the Eskimo Brothers and many more.
Fest Jazz 2026 — 21st Edition
The 21st edition of Fest Jazz takes place from July 23 to 26, 2026 in Châteauneuf-du-Faou, in Finistère, on the banks of the Aulne. For four days, over 120 artists will perform on the festival's various stages, celebrating jazz, swing, blues, and gypsy jazz music in a friendly atmosphere.
The festival is organized by the Jazz Kreiz Breizh association. Beyond the paid concerts of the headliners, numerous free events and concerts take place in the center of Châteauneuf-du-Faou and its surroundings.
Programme Fest Jazz 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
- Certains L'Aiment Chaud
- Noah Djo
- Stochelo x Mozes Rosenberg Trio
- Andrea Motis
- Shake'Em Up Jazz Band
Friday, July 24, 2026
- Big Band Du Pays Roi Morvan
- Jean-Baptiste Franc
- Poissons Voyageurs
- Stomp Stomp
- Crawfish Wallet
- Aälma Dili
- Shake'Em Up Jazz Band
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- The Franc Connection Quartet
- Devera
- Frog On The Tyne
- Malo Mazurié
- Ray Time
- Bathtub Review
- Cut The Alligator
- Bumpy Roof Band
- Super Gipsy Swing
- Chicago Stompers
- Ramène Ta Trompette Sextet
Sunday, July 26, 2026
- Jazzmakers
- Dardoup Swing
- Olivier Franc
- Spider Crawl
- Femti Fem
- Brazakuja
- Bumpy Roof Band
- Chicago Stompers
- David Graham & the Eskimo Brothers
- Ramène Ta Trompette Sextet
Highlights Fest Jazz 2026
- Over 120 artists over four days
- International headliners: Andrea Motis, Stochelo & Mozes Rosenberg Trio, Chicago Stompers
- Exceptional setting on the banks of the Aulne in Central Brittany
- Free concerts and events in the center of Châteauneuf-du-Faou
Prices Fest Jazz 2026
Practical information — Fest Jazz
Practical Information
Access
The festival takes place in Châteauneuf-du-Faou (29520), on the banks of the Aulne, in Central Finistère.
- By car: From Quimper (45 min) via D770, from Carhaix (20 min) via D36.
- Address: 7 rue de la Mairie, Châteauneuf-du-Faou.
Prices
- 1-day pass: approx. €32
- 4-day pass: approx. €115 (full price)
- Early bird available online from December 1st
Physical Ticketing
Coccimarket, 12 rue du Général de Gaulle, Châteauneuf-du-Faou.
Services
- On-site catering
- Camping available nearby
- Family area on weekends
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Where does it take place — Fest Jazz
Bords de l'Aulne
7 rue de la Mairie, 29520 Châteauneuf-du-Faou