Garçon la Note !
Summer concerts in the streets and on the terraces of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire
About Garçon la Note
Garçon la Note ! is the musical event of the summer in Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire. Organized by the town hall, it offers around thirty free concerts from July to the end of August on the terraces of bars and restaurants. From Wednesday to Friday evenings, pop-rock, gypsy jazz, folk, French chanson, and rockabilly liven up the streets of this town at the gateway to the Pouilly vineyards.
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Garçon la Note !: Music on the Terraces of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire
Every summer, from July to the end of August, the terraces of bars and restaurants in Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire become open-air music stages. Garçon la Note ! is the summer musical event of this town located on the banks of the Loire, in the north of the Nièvre region.
A Friendly and Festive Concept
The principle of Garçon la Note ! is simple and effective: free concerts scheduled from Wednesday to Friday evenings, from July to the end of August, in front of the bars and restaurants in the town center. Passers-by, residents, and tourists can enjoy live music on the terraces in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere.
An Eclectic Program
The program of Garçon la Note ! is resolutely eclectic, offering a wide variety of musical styles:
- Pop-rock and rock
- Gypsy jazz
- Folk and bluegrass
- French chanson
- Rockabilly
- Latin and world music
- Covers and original creations
Around Thirty Concerts Over Two Months
With approximately 30 performances scheduled throughout the summer, Garçon la Note ! offers remarkable musical richness for a town of this size. Concerts usually take place between 8 PM and 9 PM, at various locations in the town center.
A Unifying Event
Supported by the town hall of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, Garçon la Note ! is an event that unites the town around music and conviviality. It contributes to the animation of the town center in the summer, supports the activity of bars and restaurants, and offers residents and visitors a free and accessible cultural program.
Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, a Town on the Loire
Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire is a dynamic town on the Loire, the gateway to the Pouilly and Sancerre vineyards. Garçon la Note ! is part of the cultural and tourist offerings of this town that relies on its riverside setting to attract visitors and new residents.
Garçon la Note — edition 2026
Garçon la Note ! will return from July to the end of August 2026 with a new program of free concerts on the terraces of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire.
2026 Edition - July to August 2026
Garçon la Note ! returns for summer 2026 with a new program of free concerts from Wednesday to Friday evenings on the terraces of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire.
Program available on the town hall website from June 2026.
Highlights Garçon la Note 2026
To remember for 2026
- Free concerts from July to the end of August
- Wednesday to Friday evenings
- Downtown terraces
- Program coming in June 2026
Prices Garçon la Note 2026
Practical information — Garçon la Note
Practical Information
Access and Transport
By car: Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire is located in the north of the Nièvre region, 55 km from Nevers and 180 km from Paris, accessible via the A77 (exit 23). Free parking in the town center. The town is located on the banks of the Loire, at the gateway to the Pouilly and Sancerre vineyards.
By train: Cosne-sur-Loire station is served by trains from Paris-Bercy (approx. 2 hours) and Nevers. The station is close to the town center where the concerts take place.
Concert Venues
Concerts take place in front of the bars and restaurants in the town center of Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire. Venues vary depending on the evening. Consult the program for the exact addresses of each concert.
Prices
All concerts are free and open to all. Sit on the terrace and enjoy the live music while having a drink or a meal.
Schedule
Concerts take place from Wednesday to Friday, generally from 8 PM to 9 PM, from early July to the end of August. Approximately 30 concerts throughout the summer.
Accommodation
Hotels, bed and breakfasts, and gîtes in Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire and the surrounding area. The Pouilly and Sancerre wine region offers many charming accommodations. Campsites along the Loire.
Discover the Region
Take advantage of your stay to discover the Pouilly-sur-Loire and Sancerre vineyards, a few kilometers from Cosne. Wine tastings, vineyard hikes, swimming in the Loire.
Contact
Mairie de Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire: Place du Docteur Jacques Huyghues des Étages, 58200 Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire. Tel: 03 86 26 50 00. Facebook: @ville.cosne. Instagram: @villedecosne.
Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire, a Town on the Loire
Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire is a dynamic town on the banks of the Loire, the gateway to the Pouilly-sur-Loire and Sancerre vineyards. The town offers a pleasant living environment with its quays, markets, architectural heritage, and proximity to nature. In summer, the banks of the Loire invite swimming, canoeing, and cycling on the Loire à Vélo route.
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Where does it take place — Garçon la Note
Terrasses des bars et restaurants du centre-ville
Place du Docteur Jacques Huyghues des Étages, 58200 Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire