Festi FM Sologne

The festival of bandas and popular music in Fontaines-en-Sologne

Fontaines-en-Sologne — Loir-et-Cher (41)
Music Jazz World Music
Festi FM Sologne
Edition
2026
Festi FM Sologne

About Festi FM Sologne

Festi FM Sologne is a bandas festival organized in Fontaines-en-Sologne by three local associations: L'Espérance Musicale de Fontaines, Loisirs pour Tous, and La Muroise. Every summer, the Place du Champ de Foire hosts four bandas groups for a free evening of celebration from 6 PM to midnight. This friendly event celebrates street music in the heart of Sologne.
Dates 18 Jul — 18 Jul 2026
Location Fontaines-en-Sologne (41)
Prices Free
Status
Edition 2026 not confirmed to date

Our team has not been able to confirm with an official source that this 2026 edition is taking place. The dates and program shown below may be outdated. We strongly recommend that you contact the organizer directly to verify before any travel or registration.

Edition 2026

Festi FM Sologne — edition 2026

Festi FM Sologne 2026 will take place in July 2026 at the Place du Champ de Foire in Fontaines-en-Sologne. The bandas festival will offer another evening of free popular music with local musical groups.

Festi FM Sologne 2026

Festi FM Sologne returns in July 2026 at the Place du Champ de Foire in Fontaines-en-Sologne for another outdoor bandas evening. The three organizing associations will offer a festive program from 6:00 PM to midnight.

Admission will remain free, with refreshments and food available on-site. The exact date will be confirmed in the spring of 2026.

Edition 2027

Festi FM Sologne — 2027 edition

The 2026 edition was held on 18 July 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.

Practical information

Practical information — Festi FM Sologne

Location

The festival takes place at the Place du Champ de Foire, 41250 Fontaines-en-Sologne. The village square is entirely pedestrianized for the occasion and set up with stages, food areas, and relaxation zones.

Access

By car

Fontaines-en-Sologne is located about 15 km south of Blois via the D956, towards Contres. From the A10 motorway, take the Blois exit then follow the direction of Contres via the D956. Free parking spaces are available near the square and in the adjacent streets.

From Blois

Take the D956 towards Contres. Fontaines-en-Sologne is halfway between Blois and Contres, in the heart of Sologne. The journey takes about 20 minutes.

From Chambord

The Château de Chambord is about 20 km away. Take the D33 then join the D956. Allow about 25 minutes for the journey.

Hours

The festival takes place in the evening, from 6:00 PM to midnight. The four bandas groups perform alternately throughout the evening, with breaks between sets.

Prices

Access to Festi FM Sologne is completely free. No ticketing or reservation is necessary.

Food and Drink

Refreshments and food are available on-site throughout the evening by the three organizing associations. Cold drinks, beer, and simple dishes are available at associative prices.

Practical tips

  • The festival takes place outdoors, remember to bring warm clothing in case of cool evenings
  • In case of rain, a backup plan is in place in the communal halls
  • Wear comfortable shoes for dancing in the square
  • The site is accessible to people with reduced mobility

Contact

Mairie de Fontaines-en-Sologne
Website: fontaines-en-sologne.fr

Festi FM Sologne: the bandas party in Sologne

Festi FM Sologne is a bandas festival and popular music event that takes place every summer in Fontaines-en-Sologne, a commune in Loir-et-Cher nestled in the heart of Sologne, between Blois and Chambord. This festive and friendly event brings together the region's inhabitants around street music and the warm atmosphere of brass bands.

Three associations united by music

The originality of Festi FM Sologne lies in its collegial organization by three local musical associations: L'Espérance Musicale de Fontaines, Loisirs pour Tous, and La Muroise (music from Mur-de-Sologne). This collaboration between three neighboring village associations illustrates the vitality of the associative fabric in rural areas and the ability of volunteers to create unifying cultural events.

An outdoor bandas evening

The festival takes place over one evening, from 6 PM to midnight, at the Place du Champ de Foire in Fontaines-en-Sologne. Four bandas groups perform one after another and mingle to liven up the evening: Banda d'Lyre, La Band à Hue Guet, Mil' et Une Notes, and L'Espérance de Fontaines with La Muroise. The brass instruments, percussion, and catchy melodies of the bandas create a popular festive atmosphere where the public is invited to dance and sing.

A popular and festive event

Festi FM Sologne is a resolutely popular event, rooted in the tradition of village festivals. The atmosphere is relaxed and family-friendly, conducive to meeting people and sharing. Refreshments and food are available on-site, allowing visitors to enjoy the evening in a friendly atmosphere. The festival contributes to the summer entertainment in Sologne and demonstrates the richness of musical life in the rural communes of Loir-et-Cher.

In the heart of Sologne, between Blois and Chambord

Fontaines-en-Sologne benefits from a privileged geographical location, a few kilometers from Blois and the Château de Chambord. The festival is part of a territory rich in cultural events and heritage, offering visitors the opportunity to combine the discovery of Sologne with a festive musical evening.

Where does it take place — Festi FM Sologne

Place du Champ de Foire
Place du Champ de Foire, 41250 Fontaines-en-Sologne

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