Festival Voca Folies
The vocal and musical festival of Aire-sur-l'Adour
2026
About Voca Folies
Our team has not been able to confirm with an official source that this 2026 edition is taking place. The dates and program shown below may be outdated. We strongly recommend that you contact the organizer directly to verify before any travel or registration.
Voca Folies — edition 2026
Festival Voca Folies 2026
The Festival Voca Folies returns to Aire-sur-l'Adour in September 2026 for a new edition. The festival will continue its celebration of voice and live music through its now unmissable events.
The program will be structured around the highlights that define the festival: the opening concert by Aire Singing, the Voca'Rues animating the town center and market on Saturday morning, the convivial Voca'Tiap at the Halle aux Grains, the grand Voca'Nuit evening, and the closing Vocasal musette dance.
The detailed program and guest artists will be announced in the summer of 2026 on the Aire Singing website and the Tourist Office's social media.
Practical information — Voca Folies
Festival Location
The Voca Folies Festival takes place in several emblematic locations in Aire-sur-l'Adour: the Halle aux Grains for musical meals, the town center and its market for Voca'Rues, and the party hall (salle des fêtes) for concerts and dances. The different venues are within walking distance of each other, allowing festival-goers to fully enjoy the festive atmosphere in the streets of Aire.
Access
By Car
Aire-sur-l'Adour is located 30 minutes from Mont-de-Marsan via the D932 and 30 minutes from Pau via the D934. The town is also accessible from Bordeaux in about 1 hour and 40 minutes via the A65 motorway. Free parking is available in the town center, particularly on Place du Commerce and near the Halle aux Grains.
By Train
The Aire-sur-l'Adour SNCF train station is served by the Mont-de-Marsan - Pau line. The town center is a few minutes' walk from the station. Regional TER connections allow access to the station from major cities in the region.
Prices
- Aire Singing Concert (Friday): €14 (€8 for ages 3-10)
- Voca'Rues (Saturday morning): free access in the town center
- Voca'Tiap (Saturday midday): free entry at the Halle aux Grains
- Voca'Pero (Saturday aperitif): free access
- Voca'Nuit (Saturday evening): free entry, optional meal at €15
- Vocasal - Musette Dance (Sunday): €12
Catering
A catering area is available during each key event of the festival. The Saturday midday Voca'Tiap offers barbecues and snacks at the Halle aux Grains, in a friendly atmosphere enlivened by a men's choir. On Friday evening, a sandwich stand is open from 7 PM before the concert. On Saturday evening, a full meal is offered as an option during the Voca'Nuit for €15.
Accessibility
The various festival venues are accessible to people with reduced mobility. The Halle aux Grains and the party hall have adapted access. For any specific questions, please contact the organizing association.
Contact
Aire Singing Association
Phone: 07 82 31 87 23
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.airesinging.fr
Aire-Eugénie Tourist Office: 05 58 71 64 70
Festival Voca Folies: Voice in the Spotlight in Aire-sur-l'Adour
The Festival Voca Folies is the unmissable musical event of the back-to-school season in Aire-sur-l'Adour, in the Landes region. Organized by the vocal ensemble Aire Singing, this three-day festival celebrates the voice in all its forms, combining concerts, street performances, musical meals, and dances in a warm and festive atmosphere.
A Program with Several Highlights
The festival unfolds in several key moments that punctuate the weekend. The Voca'Rues take over the town center of Aire-sur-l'Adour on Saturday morning with vocal groups performing in the market and town cafes, offering surprising and joyful performances to passersby. The Voca'Tiap offers a free moment of musical conviviality at the Halle aux Grains, with barbecues and snacks accompanied by the Chœur d'Hommes de Gascogne (Gascon Men's Choir).
Memorable Evenings
On Friday evening, the opening concert by Aire Singing kicks off the festivities with a colorful vocal performance. On Saturday, the Voca'Pero opens the aperitif with music before the grand Voca'Nuit evening, the festival's highlight, bringing together choirs, orchestras, and artists in a festive atmosphere. On Sunday, the Vocasal concludes the festival with a popular musette dance that delights dancers and music lovers.
Strong Local Roots
The Voca Folies Festival is rooted in the musical and festive tradition of the Southwest of France, showcasing Gascon men's choirs, bandas, and local vocal groups alongside invited artists. The festival contributes to the cultural vibrancy of Aire-sur-l'Adour and strengthens the bonds between residents through music and singing.
An Event Accessible to All
Voca Folies aims to be a popular and convivial festival, accessible to all audiences. Several events are free, while concerts and the dance require the purchase of a moderately priced ticket. On-site catering allows festival-goers to fully enjoy every moment of the festival in a gourmet and musical atmosphere.
Where does it take place — Voca Folies
Voca Folies in brief
History of Voca Folies
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