Festi'Rue
Free street arts festival in Decize
About Festi'Rue Decize
Festi'Rue: The Celebration of Street Arts in Decize
Every year in September, the town of Decize, an island city nestled at the confluence of the Loire and Aron rivers, hosts Festi'Rue, its free street arts festival. Since 2006, this popular and family-friendly event has transformed the town's streets into live performance stages for two days.
A Citizen and Solidarity Festival
Festi'Rue is not just any festival. Supported by the Centre Socio-Culturel Les Platanes, it is the result of a citizen and participatory approach that involves the local community in creating a high-quality cultural event. About sixty volunteers, alongside the social center's professional team, contribute each year to the festival's organization.
A Program for Everyone
The Festi'Rue program is designed to appeal to all audiences:
- Street performances for the whole family
- Concerts of contemporary music for teenagers and adults
- Walking brass bands that liven up the streets
- Creative workshops for children
- Participatory activities for all ages
A 100% Free Festival
True to its mission of cultural democratization, Festi'Rue is an entirely free festival, with no ticketing or reservations required. This complete freeness allows all families, regardless of their budget, to access high-quality cultural offerings, thus contributing to the accessibility of culture for all.
A Highlight for the Region
With 3,000 to 4,000 festival-goers each year, Festi'Rue is one of the major events of the back-to-school season in Decize and the southern Nivernais region. The festival supports professional companies while promoting local cultural initiatives, creating a virtuous cycle between artistic creation and community life.
Festi'Rue Decize — edition 2026
20th Edition - September 2026
Festi'Rue celebrates its 20th edition in 2026! The free street arts festival in Decize will offer an exceptional program for this anniversary on the second weekend of September.
Program to be announced on www.festirue.fr.
Highlights Festi'Rue Decize 2026
To remember for 2026
- 20th anniversary edition
- Second weekend of September 2026
- 100% free festival
- Program to be announced
Prices Festi'Rue Decize 2026
Practical information — Festi'Rue Decize
Practical Information
Access and Transport
By car: Decize is located 35 km south of Nevers, accessible via the N81. Free parking in town and on the outskirts of the historic center. The town is located at the confluence of the Loire and Aron rivers.
By train: Decize station is served by TER trains from Nevers (20 min) and Moulins. The station is a few minutes' walk from the town center where the festival takes place.
By bike: Decize is crossed by EuroVelo 6, a cycle route along the Loire River.
Festival Location
The shows take place in the streets and squares of Decize's town center. The island nature of the town (surrounded by the Loire and Aron rivers) creates an original setting for street performances.
Prices
Completely free festival. No ticketing or reservations. Free access to all shows, concerts, and workshops.
Accommodation
Hotels, gîtes, B&Bs, and campsites in Decize and the surrounding area. The municipal campsite offers easy access to the town center.
Food and Drink
On-site catering during the festival. Decize's restaurants welcome festival-goers with local specialties.
For Families
The festival is particularly suitable for families with creative workshops for children, shows for the younger ones, and a safe atmosphere in the streets of the town center.
Contact
Centre Socio-Culturel Les Platanes. Tel: 03 86 77 19 20. Website: www.festirue.fr
Discover Decize
Decize is a town with a rich heritage, located at the confluence of the Loire and Aron rivers. The island city has medieval remains, a rampart promenade, and the Nivernais Canal. EuroVelo 6, which connects the Atlantic to the Black Sea, passes through Decize and offers magnificent cycling routes along the Loire. Take advantage of your visit to the festival to discover this town and its surroundings.
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Where does it take place — Festi'Rue Decize
Centre-ville de Decize
Centre-ville, 58300 Decize