Gazoufest
Emerging multi-artistic festival in the heart of nature in Mayenne
About Gazoufest
Gazoufest: An Emerging Festival Rooted in the Grand Ouest
Born in 2023 from the initiative of the Gazou association, founded on April 28, 2022, Gazoufest has quickly established itself as a unique multi-artistic event in the Mayenne festival scene. Located at the Domaine du Denais in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, the festival benefits from a preserved natural setting, between meadows and woods, conducive to artistic discovery and conviviality.
An Eclectic and Engaged Musical Program
Each edition of Gazoufest offers an eclectic musical program spread across two stages: a main stage at the heart of the festival and a DJ stage hosted by the collective Brillance Musique. The festival features about fifteen emerging bands and artists from the Grand Ouest, covering a wide spectrum of genres: rock, electro, folk, hip-hop, experimental music, and DJ sets. Among the artists who have performed on Gazoufest's stages are Stone From The Sky, SolOrkestar, Vicky Veryno, Treaks, L'Amoureuse, Bou, Feuille, Jane et les autres, Hubble, Toniowok, and Inaï.
An Artist Village and Participatory Workshops
Beyond music, Gazoufest hosts an exhibiting artist village featuring illustrators, tattoo artists, photographers, screen printers, sculptors, and graphic designers. Participatory workshops—collage, photography, yoga, dance, bread making—are led by the featured artists, offering festival-goers an immersive and interactive experience. Round tables, conferences, and live podcast recordings complete the program, notably through partnerships with the collective Nana On Stage, podcasters Umlaut Musique, and the collective Qui Nettoie Si Ce N'est Toi ?.
Strong Environmental and Ethical Values
Gazoufest claims an ecological and ethical commitment at the core of its identity. The festival deliberately avoids booking headliners or international artists to limit its carbon footprint. The catering is entirely homemade, local, organic, with vegetarian and vegan options, served from 10 am to 2 am. A breakfast service is offered each morning. The festival prioritizes short supply chains and partnerships with local producers and associations.
An Associative Project Driven by Passion
Driven by the Gazou association, governed by the law of July 1, 1901, Gazoufest relies on the energy of passionate volunteers. The first edition in 2023 welcomed around 400 festival-goers, mobilized over 50 artists and thirty volunteers, with the support of eight local associations and businesses. The second edition in 2024 surpassed 500 festival-goers. Throughout the year, the association organizes Gazouparties, festive and musical evenings that maintain the festival's spirit and animate the cultural life of the department.
Gazoufest — edition 2026
The 4th edition of Gazoufest will take place from Friday, June 12th to Sunday, June 14th, 2026 at Domaine du Denais, in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, Mayenne. A multi-artistic festival in the heart of nature, organized by the Gazou association, this edition offers about ten eclectic concerts by emerging artists from the Grand Ouest, DJ sets until 4 am, an artists' village, participatory workshops, round tables, and conferences. Sunday is free, featuring a local producers' market at the heart of the festival.
Gazoufest #4 — 2026 Edition
The 4th edition of Gazoufest takes place from June 12th to 14th, 2026 at Domaine du Denais, in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou (53), in a preserved natural setting. True to its identity, the festival focuses on an emerging musical program from the Grand Ouest, refuses international headliners to limit its carbon footprint, and offers local, organic, and vegan catering.
A Three-Day Program
The festival unfolds its musical program on the Scène Cœur (Heart Stage), complemented by DJ sets, theater, creative workshops, conferences, karaoke, and a participatory concert. Sunday, which is free, hosts a local producers' market and a participatory concert with the EHPAD, before a closing DJ set.
Beyond Music
Gazoufest hosts an artists' village (illustration, tattooing, photography, screen printing, sculpture, sewing), participatory workshops, and exchange moments around round tables and conferences. Free camping (excluding camping pass), homemade catering, and an eco-responsible approach complete the experience.
Programme Gazoufest 2026
Friday, June 12th, 2026 — Scène Cœur
- STËRNN — pop rock
- SANGRIS — rock trap
- CJ BETH — electro soul
- Ukulélé Dyonisien, theater, and DJ sets until 4 am
Saturday, June 13th, 2026 — Scène Cœur
- LOUISE THOMAS — folk
- GARUZÉ — rap
- LE CLUSTER ENSEMBLE — festive song
- OK PLAGUE — punk rock
- Creative workshops, conferences, and karaoke
Sunday, June 14th, 2026 (free) — Scène Cœur
- DIADÈME — song
- Local producers' market
- Participatory concert with the EHPAD
- Closing DJ set
Program subject to change; detailed schedules announced by the organization on gazoufest.fr.
Highlights Gazoufest 2026
- 4th edition from June 12th to 14th, 2026 at Domaine du Denais
- Free Sunday with local producers' market
- Emerging program from the Grand Ouest on the Scène Cœur
- Artists' village, participatory workshops, and conferences
- Free camping, local, organic, and vegan catering
Prices Gazoufest 2026
Practical information — Gazoufest
Practical Information
Festival Location
Gazoufest takes place at the Domaine du Denais, in Saint-Denis-d'Anjou (53290), in the south of the Mayenne department, in the Pays de la Loire region. The site is set in a natural environment with two music stages, an artist village, workshop areas, and catering.
Access
By Car: The Domaine du Denais is located 300 meters to the right when leaving the village of Saint-Denis-d'Anjou, coming from Sablé-sur-Sarthe. Saint-Denis-d'Anjou is accessible from Laval (40 min) via the D4, from Sablé-sur-Sarthe (15 min) via the D309, and from Le Mans (1h) via the A11 then the D309.
Parking: Free parking is available near the festival site.
By Carpooling: The festival encourages carpooling as part of its eco-responsible approach.
Camping
Free camping is provided for festival-goers at the Domaine du Denais site. Please bring your camping gear (tents, sleeping bags).
Food & Drink
Homemade, local, organic, vegetarian, and vegan catering is available on site, from 10 am to 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays, and from 10 am to 6 pm on Sundays. Local drinks are served throughout the day. Payment by cash or credit card. A breakfast service is available each morning.
Opening Hours
- Friday: 5 pm – 4 am
- Saturday: 10 am – 4 am
- Sunday: 10 am – 6 pm
Tickets and Prices
Tickets are available online on HelloAsso.
- 1-Day Pass: approximately €16 to €25
- 2-Day Pass: approximately €25 to €30
- 3-Day Pass: approximately €35 to €40
- Sunday Only: approximately €10 to €15
- Free for children under 12 years old
Prices may vary depending on the edition. Please check the online ticketing for exact prices.
Accessibility
The festival takes place in a natural countryside setting. For any specific accessibility requests, please contact the association before the event.
Contact
Gazou Association
Domaine du Denais, 53290 Saint-Denis-d'Anjou
Email: [email protected]
Website: gazoufest.fr
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Where does it take place — Gazoufest
Domaine du Denais
Domaine du Denais, 53290 Saint-Denis-d'Anjou