Franchise Musicale Festival
Traveling festival of emerging music in Nevers
2026
About Franchise Musicale
Franchise Musicale — edition 2026
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Franchise Musicale — 2027 edition
The 2026 edition was held from 9 April to 11 April 2026. The dates for the 2027 edition have not been announced yet. This page will be updated as soon as the official programme is published.
Practical information — Franchise Musicale
Access
Concerts in Nevers take place in the city's cultural venues.
- By car: Nevers is accessible via the A77 from Paris (2h30).
- By train: Nevers station (Paris-Clermont-Ferrand and Dijon-Nevers lines).
Venues
Various cultural venues in Nevers, including Café Charbon and municipal halls.
Dates
In April.
Prices
Variable prices depending on the concerts.
Contact
Nevers FM Culture
Website: culture.nevers.fr
Accessibility
The event site is accessible to people with reduced mobility. In case of specific needs, it is recommended to contact the organizers in advance to best prepare your visit.
Accommodation nearby
Nevers and its surroundings offer a varied choice of accommodation: hotels, bed and breakfasts, rural gites, and seasonal rentals. It is strongly advised to book in advance, especially during the event period, as accommodation capacity can be quickly saturated. The local tourist office can guide you to available establishments that meet your needs.
Dining on site
Food stalls and a bar are generally available on the event site. Restaurants, bars, and food shops in Nevers are also open and offer local cuisine highlighting products from the Nevers and Burgundy regions.
Recommended equipment
Bring comfortable shoes suitable for walking, as most activities take place outdoors. Depending on the season, consider bringing sunscreen and a hat in summer, or warm and waterproof clothing in autumn and winter. A light backpack can be useful for carrying your purchases and personal belongings.
Pets
Dogs on a leash are generally allowed on the event site, unless otherwise indicated by the organizers. Bring water and waste bags for your pet.
Photography and social media
Photography is permitted throughout the site. Feel free to share your memories on social media and follow the official event pages to stay informed of the latest news and detailed program.
A springboard for emerging music
The Franchise Musicale Festival is an innovative musical event that highlights the emerging scenes of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. Traveling between Nevers and Besançon, the festival creates bridges between the two cities to foster the discovery of new talents and the circulation of artists.
Musical programming
The festival offers a program focused on current music in all its diversity:
- Independent rock and pop: Emerging bands from the regional and national scene
- Electro and experimental music: Artists exploring new sounds
- Hip-hop and rap: Emerging rap scene from Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
- Chanson and folk: Aspiring singer-songwriters
Collaborations with schools
One of the originalities of Franchise Musicale is its educational dimension. The festival schedules collaborations with local music schools and educational structures, offering students the opportunity to interact with professional artists, participate in workshops, and perform on stage.
Meetings and exchanges
Professional meetings are organized between artists, programmers, labels, and music support structures. These exchange sessions contribute to the structuring of the music industry in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté.
A traveling format
The traveling nature of the festival, between Nevers and Besançon, allows for:
- Creation of cultural synergies between the two cities
- Offering emerging artists a double showcase
- Promoting audience exchanges between the two territories
- Pooling the resources and skills of cultural structures
Nevers, a city of current music
Nevers has a vibrant music scene supported by emblematic venues like Café Charbon, a current music venue labeled SMAC. The city also hosts the Nevers à Vif festival, demonstrating its cultural dynamism. Franchise Musicale is part of this rich and diverse musical ecosystem.
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