Festival de Trélazé
The free and popular festival of the Angers agglomeration
2026
About Festival de Trélazé
Festival de Trélazé — edition 2026
30th Edition — Summer 2026
The Festival de Trélazé is celebrating its 30th anniversary! From June 26th to July 19th, 2026, the Arena Loire and the Parc du Vissoir will host the 30th edition of this popular, free festival, staying true to the spirit it has upheld since 1996: an eclectic lineup (French chanson, pop, rock, world, zouk, rap, and tributes) with free access for everyone, no booking required.
For this symbolic milestone, 11 prestigious dates are on the program. Julien Clerc kicks off the festivities on June 26th at the Arena Loire. The festival concludes with two exceptional rock nights at the Parc du Vissoir: Dave Evans, a founding member of AC/DC, on July 16th, followed by a U2 tribute from the band U2 Revolution on July 17th.
Two Venues, Two Atmospheres
The opening nights take place at the Arena Loire, an indoor venue offering a more intimate connection to the stage; doors open 90 minutes before the concert. From July 4th, the festival moves outdoors to the Parc du Vissoir, where gates open 2 hours before the show starts. A major highlight at the park: the NRJ Music Tour on July 7th, a multi-artist showcase of contemporary music that draws over 25,000 festival-goers on its own.
Bastille Day at the Parc du Vissoir
On Wednesday, July 15th, the city celebrates Bastille Day at the Parc du Vissoir: the park opens at 6:30 PM and the evening kicks off at 8:30 PM with the Tacinelli orchestra playing the greatest hits of the 80s, followed by a public dance to enjoy music from yesterday and today.
As every summer, the festival brings together the City of Trélazé and the Arena Loire to offer families, music lovers, and curious visitors from the Angers area a month of completely free summer evenings.
Highlights Festival de Trélazé 2026
- 30th anniversary edition of the Festival de Trélazé, from June 26th to July 19th, 2026 — Arena Loire & Parc du Vissoir
- 11 concert nights, all completely free and with no booking required, plus the Bastille Day celebration on July 15th
- Headliners: Julien Clerc (June 26), Laurent Voulzy (June 30), Hélène Ségara & Mentissa (July 2), Benjamin Biolay (July 9), Kassav' (July 11)
- NRJ Music Tour on July 7th at the Parc du Vissoir: over 25,000 festival-goers expected
- Bastille Day on July 15th at the Parc du Vissoir: Tacinelli orchestra (80s hits) followed by a public dance, park opens at 6:30 PM
- Two closing rock nights: Dave Evans (ex-AC/DC) on July 16th, U2 Revolution on July 17th
Programme Festival de Trélazé 2026
Friday, June 26, 2026 — Arena Loire
- 9:00 PM — Julien Clerc · French chanson (30th edition opening night)
Saturday, June 27, 2026 — Arena Loire
- 9:00 PM — I Muvrini · Corsican polyphony / world music
Tuesday, June 30, 2026 — Arena Loire
- 9:00 PM — Laurent Voulzy · French chanson / pop-rock
Thursday, July 2, 2026 — Arena Loire
- 9:00 PM — Mentissa & Hélène Ségara · French chanson / variety
Saturday, July 4, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 9:00 PM — Ben Mazué · French chanson
Tuesday, July 7, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 8:00 PM — NRJ Music Tour · Multi-artist contemporary music showcase (over 25,000 festival-goers expected)
Thursday, July 9, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 9:00 PM — Benjamin Biolay · French chanson / pop-rock
Saturday, July 11, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 9:00 PM — Kassav' · Zouk
Monday, July 13, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 9:00 PM — La Mano 1.9 / Naza / Genezio · Urban co-showcase (rap)
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 6:30 PM — Park opens
- 8:30 PM — Bastille Day: Tacinelli orchestra, greatest hits of the 80s, followed by a public dance
Thursday, July 16, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 9:00 PM — Dave Evans (ex-AC/DC) · Rock
Friday, July 17, 2026 — Parc du Vissoir
- 9:00 PM — U2 Revolution · Rock (U2 tribute, closing night)
All concerts are free and require no booking. At the Arena Loire, doors open 90 minutes before the concert; at the Parc du Vissoir, gates open 2 hours before.
Prices Festival de Trélazé 2026
Festival de Trélazé — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 26 June to 19 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 — Festival de Trélazé
Practical Information
Venues
Concerts take place at two locations in Trélazé (49800), just outside Angers:
- Arena Loire Trélazé — an indoor venue used for the opening dates of the festival.
- Parc du Vissoir — 48 rue Joseph Bara, a 12-hectare green space for open-air evening performances.
Dates and Times
The festival runs from Friday, June 26th to Sunday, July 19th, 2026, offering nearly a month of concerts. Shows typically start at 9:00 PM (8:00 PM for the NRJ Music Tour on July 7th, and 8:30 PM for the Bastille Day celebration on July 15th).
- At the Arena Loire, doors open 1 hour and 30 minutes before the concert begins.
- At the Parc du Vissoir, gates open 2 hours before the show starts (the park opens at 6:30 PM on the night of the Bastille Day celebration).
Tickets
All concerts are completely free and do not require reservations. Simply arrive at the venue.
Getting There
- Bus / Tram: Use the Irigo network, which provides service to Trélazé from Angers.
- Extra Bus Service: On the nights of the NRJ Music Tour (July 7th) and the urban co-headliner show (July 13th), additional buses will run on Line 1 from the Buisson stop to Place Lorraine in Angers, with a 15-minute frequency between 11:00 PM and midnight.
- By Car: Parking is available near both sites (Arena Loire and Parc du Vissoir). Arriving early is recommended for high-attendance nights, especially the NRJ Music Tour.
Accessibility
- Disabled Access (PMR): A raised viewing platform is available, along with reserved parking on rue Bara, a drop-off point near the stages, and authorized companion access upon presentation of proof.
- Seniors: Free dedicated transport is offered to Trélazé residents over 75 for select evenings (Julien Clerc, I Muvrini, Laurent Voulzy, Bastille Day). Reservations are required by calling 02 41 33 74 65 at least 72 business hours in advance.
Security
The festival operates under the Vigipirate "emergency attack" security plan. The list of prohibited items is published by the City of Trélazé on the official festival page; please expect security checks at the entrances.
Food and Drink
There are no food or drink stalls on-site; organizers encourage the public to support local businesses in Trélazé.
Contact
For any questions regarding the Festival de Trélazé: Arena Loire Trélazé — 02 72 79 80 01. Trélazé Town Hall: 02 41 33 74 74 — www.trelaze.fr
The Festival de Trélazé: music celebration all summer long
Since 1996, the Festival de Trélazé has been one of the most popular free music events in Western France. Organized by the City of Trélazé and the association Arena Loire Trélazé, this festival takes place every summer at the Parc du Vissoir, a 12-hectare green space located in Trélazé, in the Angers agglomeration.
An eclectic and ambitious program
The Festival de Trélazé offers about fifteen concerts each year, spread over nearly a month, from Fête de la Musique (June 21) to mid-July. The programming mixes national headliners and emerging artists, across all musical genres: French chanson, rock, pop, reggae, hip-hop, jazz, world music, variety. Among the artists who have graced the festival stages: Yannick Noah, Barbara Pravi, Olivia Ruiz, Pascal Obispo, Tiakola, Thomas Dutronc, Eagle-Eye Cherry, Burning Spear, Cali, Joey Starr, and many others.
A free and popular festival
The DNA of the Festival de Trélazé is its freeness. Since its creation, all concerts have been free access, without reservation. This philosophy makes the festival an intergenerational event, bringing together families, young people, music lovers, and the curious in a relaxed and festive atmosphere. The Parc du Vissoir has several stages and numerous food and drink stands, offering a pleasant setting to enjoy summer evenings.
Strong local roots
The Festival de Trélazé is deeply rooted in the identity of the town, a former slate quarry town that has become a dynamic cultural hub on the outskirts of Angers. The event mobilizes hundreds of volunteers each year and contributes to the influence of Trélazé and the Angers agglomeration. In 2026, the festival will celebrate its 30th edition, a symbolic milestone for this event that has become a must-see in the musical landscape of the West.
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