Huche N'Groll Festival
The free rock festival of Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits
About Huche N'Groll
Huche N'Groll: Free Rock in the Heart of Vendée
Born in 2017 from the initiative of the municipal culture commission of Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits, the Huche N'Groll Festival quickly established itself as a major rock event in southern Vendée. Set in the exceptional natural setting of the Vallée d'Huche Grolle, on the road to La Tranche-sur-Mer, this open-air festival offers a friendly and accessible musical experience for everyone thanks to its completely free admission.
An Eclectic Rock Program
Each edition of Huche N'Groll offers a rich and varied program that spans the entire rock spectrum: from 50s rock'n'roll to hard rock, including blues, rockabilly, and contemporary French rock. The festival also stands out for its discovery stage, which provides a platform for young local and emerging bands starting at 5 PM, before giving way to established artists in the evening.
A Popular and Unifying Event
Supported by over 80 volunteers from the municipal culture commission and three local associations — Amicale Laïque Moutierroise, OGEC Saint-Maurice, and Amicale des Sapeurs-Pompiers — the festival benefits from the support of over 50 partner companies. Food and drink, managed by the associations, contribute to the warm and family-friendly atmosphere of the event.
A Remarkable Natural Setting
The Vallée d'Huche Grolle, a true green setting crossed by a body of water, offers a unique bucolic setting for an open-air festival. The site, already known for its fitness trail and playgrounds, transforms for one day into an open-air rock stage where families and music lovers gather in a relaxed and festive atmosphere.
Huche N'Groll — edition 2026
The 10th edition of the Huche N'Groll Festival is confirmed for Saturday, July 25, 2026 in the Huche Grolle Valley in Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits (Vendée). This entirely free rock festival will celebrate a decade of music with four bands on the bill: RustHead, Skivers, The Voodoo Child Experience (a tribute to Jimi Hendrix) and Le Bruit de l'Autre, preceded by a springboard for young talents from the department.
2026 Anniversary Edition — 10th Edition
The Huche N'Groll Festival celebrates its 10th edition on Saturday, July 25, 2026, in the Huche Grolle Valley, route de La Tranche-sur-Mer, in Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits. Organized by the municipal culture commission and over 80 volunteers, this rock event remains entirely free, true to its friendly and popular spirit.
The evening opens at 5 PM with the Tremplin des Jeunes Talents (Young Talents Springboard), a showcase dedicated to young artists from the department. From 7 PM, the main stage welcomes four bands offering a wide variety of rock: French rock, garage rock, hard rock, and a tribute to guitar legend Jimi Hendrix.
Refreshments and food are provided on site by Amicale Laïque Moutierroise, OGEC Saint Maurice, and the Sapeurs-Pompiers. Children's entertainment is also offered.
Programme Huche N'Groll 2026
Saturday, July 25, 2026
- 5:00 PM — Tremplin des Jeunes Talents: showcase of young artists from the department (first part)
- From 7:00 PM — Main Stage:
- RustHead
- Skivers
- The Voodoo Child Experience — tribute to Jimi Hendrix
- Le Bruit de l'Autre
Programming mixing French rock, garage rock, and hard rock, until midnight.
Highlights Huche N'Groll 2026
- 10th anniversary edition
- Completely free rock festival
- Young talents springboard from the department as opening act
- Tribute to Jimi Hendrix by The Voodoo Child Experience
- Refreshments, food, and children's entertainment on site
Prices Huche N'Groll 2026
Practical information — Huche N'Groll
Practical Information
Access
By car: Vallée d'Huche Grolle, route de La Tranche-sur-Mer, Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits (85540). Free parking near the site.
From La Roche-sur-Yon: approximately 30 minutes via D747 then D19.
Prices
Completely free admission for all concerts.
Schedules
Site opening and concert start at 5:00 PM. The discovery stage opens the festival, followed by the main bands in the evening. Concerts until around midnight.
Food & Drink
On-site bar and food services provided by local partner associations. Payment by cash and credit card.
Good to Know
The festival is family-friendly with activities for children. Remember to bring your chairs and blankets to comfortably enjoy the open-air concerts.
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Where does it take place — Huche N'Groll
Vallée d'Huche Grolle
Vallée d'Huche Grolle, route de La Tranche-sur-Mer, 85540 Moutiers-les-Mauxfaits