Festival C - French Song and New Circus
French song and new circus in the heart of Morvan
About Festival C
Born over twenty-five years ago in Lormes, Festival C blends French song and new circus. Every July, three days of shows take over the town's streets and the Étang du Goulot, in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park. Free entry, concerts, circus shows, workshops, and musical aperitifs in a festive atmosphere accessible to all.
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Festival C: The Meeting of Song and Circus in Morvan
Festival C is one of the emblematic cultural events of Lormes and the Morvan region. For three days in July, this small town in the Nièvre department buzzes to the rhythm of French song and new circus, attracting a family-friendly and curious audience in a joyful and relaxed atmosphere.
From the Song Festival to Festival C
The festival's history dates back over twenty-five years, when Lormes created its French song festival. For its 25th edition, the event transformed into Festival C, enriching its musical program with new circus shows. This bold marriage between two live arts has given a new dimension to the festival, which now offers a subtle blend of intimate repertoires and festive atmospheres, between the music stage and the circus ring.
A Festival in Nature
Festival C unfolds in two complementary spaces: the streets and squares of Lormes for daytime shows and activities, and the stage at Étang du Goulot, an enchanting body of water nestled in the Morvan forest, for evening concerts. This exceptional natural setting, in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park, gives the festival a unique and revitalizing atmosphere.
A Rich and Accessible Program
The festival highlights local and regional musicians and circus companies, while also inviting national artists. The program includes:
- French song concerts and contemporary music
- New circus shows and stage arts
- Circus and musical writing workshops for all ages
- Concert aperitifs in the streets of Lormes
- Local producers' market and record fair
- Carriage shuttles between festival venues
A Free and Solidarity Festival
Festival C is free to access, with a reverse ticketing system (pay-what-you-wish at the end of the show). This philosophy, true to the spirit of the Morvan, guarantees the event's accessibility to all audiences and demonstrates the organizers' commitment to cultural democratization.
Festival C — edition 2026
Festival C will return in July 2026 to Lormes for a new weekend of French song and new circus in the heart of Morvan. Dates and program to be confirmed.
2026 Edition - July 2026
Festival C returns to Lormes in July 2026 for a new weekend of French song and new circus. The program will be announced in Spring 2026.
Highlights Festival C 2026
To remember for 2026
- Weekend in July 2026 in Lormes
- French song and new circus
- Free access
- Program to be announced
Prices Festival C 2026
Practical information — Festival C
Practical Information
Access and Transport
By car: Lormes is located in the heart of the Morvan Regional Natural Park, 45 km from Nevers, 50 km from Avallon, and 90 km from Dijon. Access via the D944 from Corbigny or the D6 from Château-Chinon. Free parking in town and near Étang du Goulot. Carriage shuttles may provide transport between the two festival sites.
By carpooling: Consider carpooling to access the festival, by checking dedicated platforms.
Festival Venues
- Streets and squares of Lormes: daytime activities, acoustic concerts, circus workshops, local producers' market, record fair, concert aperitifs on terraces
- Étang du Goulot: main stage for evening concerts, in an enchanting natural setting by the water, surrounded by the Morvan forest
Prices
Free access to the festival. Reverse ticketing (pay-what-you-wish at the end of the show) for certain performances. Everyone contributes according to their means and appreciation of the shows.
Accommodation
Lormes and surrounding towns offer various accommodation options: rural gites, bed and breakfasts, campsites (including the campsite at Étang du Goulot). Book in advance as accommodation is in high demand in summer in the Morvan region.
Food and Drink
Local producers' market and food stalls on the festival site. Restaurants in Lormes are open during the festival. Discover Morvan products: cheeses, Charolais beef, honey, cassis cream.
Practical Tips
Bring comfortable shoes and warm clothing for evenings by the pond. The weather in Morvan can be variable, even in July. Bring a flashlight for the walk back after the evening concerts.
Contact
Email: [email protected]. Facebook: facebook.com/lormesfestivalc
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Lormes et Étang du Goulot
Lormes, 58140 Lormes