Festival Rock R4

A rock festival born from an associative passion

The Festival Rock R4 was born in 1998 in the town of Revelles, a small village in the Somme department located between Amiens and Poix-de-Picardie. Originally, the association R4 – Rencontres Rock'n Roll à Revelles wanted to create a meeting space where amateur or developing bands could share the stage with established artists from the French and international rock scene. From its very first editions, the festival has attracted a loyal audience, won over by the event's authenticity and conviviality.

A free and eco-responsible festival

Since its creation, the Festival Rock R4 has championed the complete freeness of access to all its concerts. This philosophy, driven by dozens of passionate volunteers, makes R4 a unique event in the Picardy festival landscape. The festival is also committed to an eco-responsible approach: waste sorting, reusable cups, dry toilets, and public awareness of environmental issues are an integral part of R4's identity. The event is certified eco-festival, reflecting this sustainable commitment.

A demanding and eclectic rock lineup

The Festival Rock R4's lineup embraces all facets of rock: alternative rock, metal, punk, stoner, folk rock, and progressive rock share the stage on several outdoor stages set up in the Espace Plein Air of the Salle des Fêtes in Revelles. Each edition offers a balanced mix of recognized headliners and promising discoveries. The 2025 edition notably featured Sidilarsen, Rïcïnn, Pythies, and The Inspector Cluzo, while the 2026 edition already announces Edgär and The Inspector Cluzo among the first names.

An unmissable rock event in Hauts-de-France

In over twenty-five years of existence, the Festival Rock R4 has grown from a small local gathering of 1,500 people to an event attracting over 10,000 festival-goers over three days. It has established itself as one of the major rock events in northern France, recognized for the quality of its programming, its associative and volunteer spirit, and its strong local roots. The festival contributes to the cultural dynamism of the Somme and offers a free and demanding alternative to the region's large commercial festivals.