Free contemporary music festival at the Théâtre de Verdure in Nogent-le-Rotrou
Created in 2008 by the association La Théière, the Festival du Thé Vert is a free musical event held on the first weekend of July at the Théâtre de Verdure in Nogent-le-Rotrou. Over two days, about fifteen artists perform on stage with an eclectic program mixing pop, rock, electro, hip-hop, soul, and reggae. Driven by passionate volunteers, the festival showcases emerging talents as well as established artists in a friendly atmosphere. With 17 editions, Thé Vert is a must-attend event in Eure-et-Loir.
Since 2008, the Festival du Thé Vert has transformed the Théâtre de Verdure in Nogent-le-Rotrou into an open-air stage dedicated to contemporary music every summer. Driven by the association La Théière and a team of enthusiastic volunteers, this entirely free festival has built a loyal and growing audience over the years. The green setting of the Théâtre de Verdure, nestled in the regional natural park of Perche, offers an ideal backdrop for enjoying open-air concerts in a relaxed and warm atmosphere.
The strength of the Festival du Thé Vert lies in its deliberately mixed programming. Each edition features about fifteen artists and bands covering a wide spectrum of music: pop, rock, electro, cumbia, hip-hop, soul, reggae, funk, and many other genres. The festival highlights discoveries and emerging artists, while also welcoming more established acts. This musical diversity is the DNA of Thé Vert, which refuses to be confined to a single genre, aiming instead to surprise and delight its audience.
Beyond music, the Festival du Thé Vert plays a unifying role for the town of Nogent-le-Rotrou and the Perche region. The event attracts festival-goers from all over the Centre-Val de Loire region and beyond, contributing to the cultural dynamism and tourist appeal of this historic town. The free admission, a fundamental value of the festival, allows all audiences to enjoy quality musical offerings in an exceptional setting. Food and drink stalls complete the festive experience in a friendly atmosphere typical of outdoor festivals.
Since its creation, the Festival du Thé Vert has continued to grow, evolving from a local event to a recognized cultural gathering in Eure-et-Loir. The 17th edition in 2025 testifies to the vitality and sustainability of this associative project, which relies on the commitment of its volunteers and the support of local authorities. Each year, the festival boldly renews its programming, showcasing the most diverse musical trends and confirming its place among the essential music events in the department.
The 18th edition of the Festival du Thé Vert is expected on July 3rd and 4th, 2026, at the Théâtre de Verdure in Nogent-le-Rotrou. The free contemporary music festival will offer a new eclectic program mixing pop, rock, electro, hip-hop, and world music in the green setting of Perche.
The Festival du Thé Vert returns for its 18th edition at the Théâtre de Verdure in Nogent-le-Rotrou, on July 3rd and 4th, 2026. True to its tradition as a free festival open to all, this new edition promises a rich and varied program driven by the association La Théière and its volunteers.
The detailed program will be unveiled in the spring of 2026 on the official festival website. As every year, Thé Vert will showcase contemporary music in all its diversity: pop, rock, electro, hip-hop, world music, and artistic discoveries.
By car: Nogent-le-Rotrou is accessible via the N23 from Chartres (approx. 65 km) or the D955 from Le Mans (approx. 70 km). The Théâtre de Verdure is located in the town center.
By train: Nogent-le-Rotrou SNCF station (Paris-Montparnasse line via Chartres), then a 10-minute walk to the Théâtre de Verdure.
Free admission for the entire festival.
Bars and food stalls on site.
Association La Théière
Website: www.festivalduthevert.com
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Théâtre de Verdure
Théâtre de Verdure, 28400 Nogent-le-Rotrou