Festival Country de Tarentaise

The Festival Country de Tarentaise: Fifteen Years of Country Passion in Savoie

Since 2011, the Festival Country de Tarentaise has brought together country music, line dance, and western culture enthusiasts every summer in Albertville, in the heart of the Tarentaise valley. This festival, driven by two local associations — Aime Country and Albertville Country — was born from the shared passion of its members for the country universe and the desire to create a festive and unifying event in the Savoie Alps.

For three days, Albertville's Salle de la Pierre du Roy transforms into a true Alpine saloon, hosting concerts by French and international country bands, dances, and country dance introductions. The friendly and relaxed atmosphere of the festival attracts a loyal and growing audience, coming from all over the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region and beyond.

A Program Featuring Discoveries and Headliners

The Festival Country de Tarentaise stands out for its program, which mixes established bands from the French country scene with international artists on their European tours. In 2025, for its 15th edition, the festival welcomed the River Road Trio, from the United States for their very first performance in France, as well as the band Crazy Pug, a regular on the French country circuit.

Three Days of Festivities

The festival is structured around three themed evenings:

• Friday: Opening evening with country dance and introduction for beginners
• Saturday: Grand concert evening with headliners and country dance
• Sunday: Afternoon and closing evening with concert and final dance

Country dance workshops (line dance, couple dance) are offered during the day on Saturday and Sunday, led by experienced instructors from both organizing associations.

A Festival Rooted in Local Community Life

The Festival Country de Tarentaise is a great example of associative dynamism in an Alpine setting. Entirely organized by passionate volunteers, it benefits from the support of the City of Albertville and local partners. Beyond the annual event, the Aime Country and Albertville Country associations offer country dance classes throughout the year, contributing to the vitality of this community in Savoie.