Festival Rush

A nomadic festival in the unusual places of the metropolis

The Festival Rush is unlike any other. Supported by Le 106, a contemporary music venue in the Rouen Normandie metropolis, this traveling festival shuns conventional venues to take over public spaces, parks, heritage sites, and unusual locations in the Rouen urban area. For ten days in June, Rush takes its audience on a musical journey across the territory, transforming each location into an ephemeral concert stage. The Jardin de l'Hôtel de Ville in Rouen, the Forêt Monumentale in Canteleu, the Parc du Champ des Bruyères in Saint-Étienne-du-Rouvray, or the place de l'Abbaye in Saint-Martin-de-Boscherville become musical rendezvous points.

Music in public space, free and accessible

Rush champions a strong vision of culture: music that is accessible to all, free, and integrated into the daily lives of residents. All concerts are free to access subject to availability, allowing everyone to discover artists without economic barriers. This approach of openness and cultural democratization makes Rush a unique event in the Norman festival landscape, where the encounter between artists and the public happens with rare proximity.

Curious artists for curious places

Rush's signature lies in its motto: "curious places to see curious artists". The eclectic and demanding program blends contemporary music, sound experiments, and original creations, fostering a dialogue between local artists and musicians from across France and the world. The festival favors projects that explore the relationship between music and space, offering unique listening experiences tied to the specificities of each venue.

Le 106, the cultural engine of the metropolis

Rush is the natural extension of the activities of Le 106, a contemporary music venue located on the quays of Rouen since 2011. Throughout the year, Le 106 programs concerts, supports emerging artists, and develops cultural outreach activities in the metropolitan area. Festival Rush represents the highlight of this "off-site" action, allowing Le 106 to bring music to neighborhoods and towns that do not usually host concerts.