Festival Itinéraires Bis

Itinéraires Bis: La Riche's Popular Festival

The Festival Itinéraires Bis has become, in just a few editions, an unmissable event in the cultural life of the Tours metropolitan area. Every year in June, the city center of La Riche, a town bordering Tours, transforms for two days into a vast space for celebration and artistic discovery. Supported by La Pléiade, the city's cultural venue, this free festival offers a 100% street arts and world music program that attracts an ever-increasing audience.

A Program Open to the World

The strength of Itinéraires Bis lies in its ability to mix international artists, the French scene, and local discoveries in a single festive spirit. Recent editions have hosted artists as diverse as Dakh Daughters (Ukrainian musicians with a punk spirit), La Yegros (Argentine cumbia), Féfé (French chanson), Hatik (urban pop), as well as street theater and circus companies. This musical and artistic diversity reflects the festival''s identity: an open, curious, and generous event.

A Festival Aimed at Being Popular

Itinéraires Bis claims a popular and accessible character. The free nature of the event, its presence in public spaces, and the diversity of its programming aim to reach all audiences, from families to music lovers, from local residents to visitors from the metropolitan area. The festival involves local associations and the community in its organization, creating a true moment of collective life and sharing.

La Pléiade at the Heart of the Project

La Pléiade, La Riche's municipal cultural venue, is the driving force behind the festival. This venue, dedicated to performing arts and music, is responsible for the artistic direction of Itinéraires Bis and mobilizes its network of artists and partners to build an ambitious program. The festival is part of a rich cultural season that animates La Riche throughout the year, making this town a dynamic cultural hub in the Tours metropolitan area.

Two Days of Celebration in the Streets

The festival unfolds over two days, usually a Friday and a Saturday in June. Friday evening opens the festivities with a major concert, while Saturday offers a full day of street performances, entertainment, and concerts that take over the squares and streets of the city center. Recent editions have gathered up to 10,000 spectators over the weekend, confirming the growing attractiveness of this event.