Forró Diois Festival
The forró Brazilian dance and music festival in the heart of Diois
About Forró Diois
Forró, a Brazilian dance in the heart of Drôme
Forró is a dance and music originating from the Brazilian Northeast, characterized by its infectious rhythm and conviviality. A partner dance that is both simple and expressive, forró is danced to music played on the triangle, zabumba (percussion), and accordion. The Forró Diois Festival brings this festive and warm atmosphere to the exceptional setting of Châtillon-en-Diois, a medieval village in the Drôme region listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France.
An immersive dance and music festival
For three to four days, the festival offers an intensive program of forró dance classes for all levels, led by renowned instructors. More than 25 workshops are offered, covering different styles of forró: universitário, pé de serra, and roots. The days are punctuated by free aperitifs with dance initiations, and the evenings come alive with concerts by live musicians and jam sessions in the Henri Kubnick village hall.
A friendly and festive atmosphere
The Forró Diois Festival stands out for its friendly and warm atmosphere, true to the spirit of Brazilian forró. The meals offer local and organic cuisine, highlighting producers from the Diois region. Shows and entertainment complete the program. The festival aims to be accessible, with adapted prices and an inclusive atmosphere that fosters encounters and sharing between beginner and experienced dancers.
Organized by La Manufacture
The festival is organized by the association La Manufacture, based in Diois, which works to promote Brazilian dance and culture in rural areas. The event contributes to the cultural dynamism of Châtillon-en-Diois and the Diois region, by offering original and international programming in a mountainous territory. The festival attracts participants from all over France and Europe.
An exceptional setting
Châtillon-en-Diois, with its medieval streets, vaulted passageways, and stone huts, offers a unique setting for a dance festival. The village, surrounded by vineyards and dominated by the Vercors mountains, is a popular holiday destination for its heritage and lifestyle. The festival is part of this preserved setting, combining cultural discovery and the pleasure of dancing outdoors.
Forró Diois — edition 2026
The 4th edition of the Forró Diois Festival will be held from July 2 to 5, 2026, in Châtillon-en-Diois, in the Drôme. After a pre-festival evening on Thursday, July 2, three full days (Friday 3, Saturday 4, and Sunday 5 July) are dedicated to Brazilian forró dance and music: over 25 workshops for all levels, music classes, live concerts, open-air dances, and jam sessions in the medieval setting of this village, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France.
Forró Diois Festival 2026 — 4th Edition
The 4th edition of the Forró Diois Festival takes place from July 2 to 5, 2026, in Châtillon-en-Diois, in the Drôme. Thursday evening, July 2, kicks off the festival with a pre-festival evening; the heart of the event runs from Friday, July 3, to Sunday, July 5, at the Henri Kubnick village hall (chemin du Bez) and throughout the village.
On the program: over 25 forró dance workshops for all levels (universitário, pé de serra, and roots) led by guest teachers such as Marion Lima, Bruna Azevedo, Lucas & Sara, or Gustavo Morais, music classes, live concerts (including the Barbara Piperno Project at the Temple on Saturday), DJ sets, and jam sessions that extend into the evenings. Open-air dances take place daily from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Each evening has its dress theme: monochrome on Friday, polka dots and stripes on Saturday, and on-site screen printing of the festival t-shirt on Sunday, where a clothing swap and an open samba roda also take place. The festival also offers a chill-out area with lounges and hammocks, a children's corner, massages, and sound baths. Food and drinks are available on-site; camping is possible on a natural plot adjacent to the site (€25 per person for 3-4 nights) or at the municipal campsite opposite.
Programme Forró Diois 2026
Thursday, July 2, 2026 — Pre-festival
- Festival launch evening (welcome, first dance)
Friday, July 3, 2026
- Forró dance classes and workshops (all levels)
- Music classes
- Open-air dance with DJ — 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Live concerts and DJ sets
- Evening jam sessions
- Theme evening: monochrome (a single color)
Saturday, July 4, 2026
- Forró dance workshops and music classes
- Open-air dance with DJ — 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Concert by the Barbara Piperno Project at the Temple
- Live concerts and jam sessions
- Theme evening: polka dots and stripes
Sunday, July 5, 2026
- Forró dance workshops and music classes
- Open-air dance with DJ — 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM
- Clothing swap and open samba roda
- On-site festival t-shirt screen printing
- DJ sets and jam sessions
Throughout the festival: over 25 forró workshops (universitário, pé de serra, roots) with guest teachers (Marion Lima, Bruna Azevedo, Lucas & Sara, Gustavo Morais…), chill-out area, children's corner, massages, and sound baths.
Highlights Forró Diois 2026
- 4th edition, from July 2 to 5, 2026 (pre-festival on Thursday 2)
- Over 25 forró dance workshops for all levels
- Live concerts including the Barbara Piperno Project
- Daily open-air dances from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM and nightly jam sessions
- On-site camping and local organic catering
Prices Forró Diois 2026
Practical information — Forró Diois
Access
The festival takes place in Châtillon-en-Diois (26410), in the Henri Kubnick village hall.
- By car: From Die (12 km), follow D93 then D539. From Valence (80 km), D93 towards Die.
- Parking: Free parking near the village hall.
Ticketing
Online registration on HelloAsso. Limited places.
Contact
- Website: sites.google.com/view/forrodiois
- Organizer: La Manufacture
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Where does it take place — Forró Diois
Salle des fêtes Henri Kubnick
Chemin du Bez, Salle des fêtes Henri Kubnick, 26410 Châtillon-en-Diois