Festival National des Humoristes
The biggest comedy festival in the Rhône valley since 1989
About Festival des Humoristes
An iconic comedy festival since 1989
The Festival National des Humoristes was created in 1989 by the association « Cabaret de Septembre », under the honorary presidency of Jacques Bodoin and the sponsorship of Jacques Mailhot and Jean Amadou. The founding idea was to boost the cultural life of the towns of Tournon-sur-Rhône and Tain-l'Hermitage at the end of summer, by offering an event entirely dedicated to humor and laughter.
A program between headliners and discoveries
Every year at the end of August, the festival offers a rich and varied program spread over more than a week. The shows feature established comedians from the national scene: one-man shows, stand-up, sketches, improvisations, and musical comedy shows. The festival has seen the biggest names in French comedy grace its stages over its 36 editions.
The Fest'Off: a springboard for the next generation
One of the festival's signatures is the Fest'Off, a program of free open-air shows that gives a voice to young comedians and emerging talents. These performances, accessible to all in the streets and squares of Tournon and Tain, create a festive atmosphere and allow the public to discover the future stars of comedy. The Fest'Off has become a true springboard for the new generation.
Two towns, one festival
The festival unfolds on both sides of the Rhône, between Tournon-sur-Rhône (Ardèche) and Tain-l'Hermitage (Drôme). Paid shows take place in the venues and theaters of both towns, notably the Théâtre municipal de Tournon, while the Fest'Off takes over public squares and spaces. This dual territorial anchoring gives the festival a unique identity, straddling Drôme and Ardèche, in the heart of the Hermitage vineyards.
A vintage of humor in the Rhône valley
True to the spirit of the surrounding wine region, the festival presents itself as a true "vintage of humor". The 2025 edition, the 36th, offered a dense program from August 22nd to 30th. The festival is supported by local authorities and is a flagship event of the cultural season in Drôme-Ardèche, attracting thousands of spectators each year.
Festival des Humoristes — edition 2026
The 37th edition of the National Humour Festival takes place from August 21 to 29, 2026, between Tournon-sur-Rhône, Tain-l'Hermitage, and the surrounding villages. Ten days of laughter with headliners (Elie Semoun, Sandrine Sarroche, Vincent Roca et Wally, Gilles Ramade), discovery evenings for emerging comedians, free shows for young audiences, and the Fest'Off.
National Humour Festival 2026 — 37th edition
From August 21 to 29, 2026, the National Humour Festival takes over Tournon-sur-Rhône, Tain-l'Hermitage, and neighbouring towns for ten days dedicated to laughter. On the program: grand gala evenings, indoor and outdoor shows, a competition for young comedians (discovery evenings), as well as free performances for young audiences and a theatre workshop for children aged 8 to 12.
The 2026 edition notably welcomes Elie Semoun for the first time at the festival (with his show « Cactus »), alongside Sandrine Sarroche, Vincent Roca et Wally, Gilles Ramade, Amandine Lourdel, and recent laureates Angie Degrolard and Kostia. The festival is organised by the Cabaret de Septembre association.
Programme Festival des Humoristes 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
- 21h00 — Les Mirabelles Kitchen · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Place Jean Jaurès
Saturday, August 22, 2026
- 20h45 — Amandine Lourdel · Mercurol-Veaunes, Espace Eden
Sunday, August 23, 2026
- 20h45 — Vincent Roca et Wally · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Théâtre Jacques Bodoin
Monday, August 24, 2026
- 20h45 — Elie Semoun, « Cactus » (gala evening) · Tain-l'Hermitage, Espace Rochegude
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
- 17h30 — Pierre Emonot · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Librairie « Au détour des mots »
- 20h30 — Angie Degrolard & Kostia (festival laureates) · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Théâtre Jacques Bodoin
Wednesday, August 26, 2026
- 18h45 — Ma Région a de l'humour · Tain-l'Hermitage, Brasserie le Route N7
- 20h30 — Gilles Ramade · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Théâtre Jacques Bodoin
Thursday, August 27, 2026
- 20h30 — Discovery Evening #1 (young comedians competition) · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Théâtre Jacques Bodoin
Friday, August 28, 2026
- 20h30 — Discovery Evening #2 (young comedians competition) · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Théâtre Jacques Bodoin
- 20h45 — Marié à Tout Prix · Tain-l'Hermitage, Espace Trenet
Saturday, August 29, 2026
- 20h30 — Sandrine Sarroche · Tournon-sur-Rhône, Théâtre Jacques Bodoin
Full program and detailed schedules on the official website and ticket office. The festival also offers free shows for young audiences and the Fest'Off.
Highlights Festival des Humoristes 2026
- Elie Semoun in a gala evening, for his first appearance at the festival (August 24, Tain-l'Hermitage)
- Sandrine Sarroche closing the festival (August 29)
- Vincent Roca et Wally, Gilles Ramade and Amandine Lourdel
- Discovery evenings: young comedians competition
- Free shows for young audiences and theatre workshop for children aged 8-12
Prices Festival des Humoristes 2026
Practical information — Festival des Humoristes
Access
The festival takes place in Tournon-sur-Rhône (07300) and Tain-l'Hermitage (26600), in the Rhône valley.
- By car: From Lyon (1h15), A7 exit Tain-l'Hermitage. From Valence (20 min), N7 north. From Grenoble (1h30), A49 then A7.
- By train: Tain-l'Hermitage/Tournon-sur-Rhône SNCF station, Lyon-Valence-Marseille line.
- Parking: Free parking in the town centers of Tournon and Tain.
Prices
- Paid shows: from €18 to €35 depending on the artists
- Fest'Off: free
- Festival Pass: packages available on the website
Ticketing
Book online at festivaldeshumoristes.com
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Where does it take place — Festival des Humoristes
Théâtre municipal de Tournon et divers lieux
Place Auguste Faure, 07300 Tournon-sur-Rhône