Ilophone Festival
The westernmost festival in France
2026
About Ilophone
Ilophone — edition 2026
The 17th edition of the Festival Ilophone takes place from September 11 to 13, 2026, at the Lampaul Sports Hall on the island of Ouessant. Friday features Bertrand Belin, Requin Chagrin, and Fleuves; Saturday features Mansion's Cellar, Frères 2 Misère, Yann Tiersen, and Pumpelop; Sunday features TisDass and MZH Project with free admission. Passes are sold out: the only remaining option is the ticket exchange platform on Placeminute.
17th edition, September 11–13, 2026
Festival Ilophone returns to the island of Ouessant on September 11, 12, and 13, 2026. The main concerts will be held at the Lampaul Sports Hall, starting at 9:30 PM on Friday and 8:30 PM on Saturday. Sunday is free to attend.
The Off in the bars
Throughout the weekend, the island's bars will host the "Off" program featuring Molotov Brothers, MZH Project, Philippe Colin, Momo & Gomina, and Yourica.
Deaf and hard of hearing access
The 2026 edition includes two sign-language interpreted concerts and a show in French-LSF at l'Eskal, "Portraits croisés," performed by Cie les Petites Mains based on Stromae's album Multitude. A team of deaf and hard-of-hearing volunteers is participating in the festival.
Ticketing
The festival is sold out. The association has opened a ticket exchange on Placeminute to buy or resell tickets, and reminds attendees that this is the only platform that guarantees valid passes.
Highlights Ilophone 2026
- Yann Tiersen, festival patron — Saturday, September 12
- Bertrand Belin and Requin Chagrin — Friday, September 11
- "Portraits croisés", a show in French-LSF by Cie les Petites Mains at l'Eskal
- Free admission on Sunday, September 13, featuring TisDass and MZH Project
Programme Ilophone 2026
Friday, September 11, 2026
Lampaul Sports Hall. The organizers have set the same start time for all three concerts and have not released a specific running order.
- 7:00 PM — Doors open
- From 9:30 PM — Bertrand Belin
- From 9:30 PM — Requin Chagrin · French pop
- From 9:30 PM — Fleuves · Breton trance
Saturday, September 12, 2026
Lampaul Sports Hall, same start time announced for all four concerts.
- From 8:30 PM — Mansion's Cellar · rock, Douarnenez
- From 8:30 PM — Frères 2 Misère · punk rock
- From 8:30 PM — Yann Tiersen, festival patron
- From 8:30 PM — Pumpelop · electro
- Time TBD — "Portraits croisés", Cie les Petites Mains · at l'Eskal · show in French-LSF based on the album Multitude by Stromae
Sunday, September 13, 2026
Free admission day, festival ends at 4:00 PM according to the ticket office. Specific set times for these two acts have not been published.
- TisDass · Tuareg rock from Niger, album Houmaïssa
- MZH Project · trio featuring members of Merzhin
The Off, in the island's bars
Ouessant's bars will host the "Off" program throughout the weekend. Neither the venues nor the times have been announced.
- Molotov Brothers · "scratch'n'brass" DJ set, featuring live trombone, saxophone, and clarinet
- Philippe Colin · covers
- Momo & Gomina · DJ set
- Yourica · DJ, drum'n'bass, dub, and electro
Prices Ilophone 2026
Festival sold out: only the ticket exchange on Placeminute remains.
Pass holders receive a 20% discount on the BreizhGo Penn ar Bed ferry crossing.
Practical information — Ilophone
Getting to Ouessant
By sea
The island is served year-round by the BreizhGo Penn ar Bed ferry company, departing from Brest or Le Conquet. The crossing takes approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes from Le Conquet and 2 hours and 30 minutes from Brest. Ilophone pass holders receive a 20% discount on their ferry tickets: the organizer will send booking instructions via email or upon purchase of the pass. Please note that there are no combined pass and ferry packages available for 2026. Parking at the ports of Brest and Le Conquet can be challenging, so please arrive early.
By air
Finistair is operating a special flight route for the festival weekend departing from Brest-Guipavas Airport: departure on Friday, September 11, 2026, at 6:30 PM, with a return from Ouessant on Sunday, September 13, at 6:45 PM. Please arrive 45 minutes before takeoff.
On the island
Concerts are held at the Lampaul Sports Hall (Salle Omnisports). The island is best explored on foot or by bicycle, with rentals available locally.
Tickets and pricing
- 2-day pass: €62
- Evening ticket: €35
- Sunday: free
- Free for children under 12
The 2026 edition is sold out. Any tickets that become available are handled through the Placeminute ticket exchange, the only platform guaranteed by the organizers.
Accommodation
For bed and breakfasts, holiday cottages, and the municipal campsite, please check the list on the Ouessant Tourist Office website or call them at 02 98 48 85 83. Wild camping is prohibited on the island; campers should book their spots by calling 02 98 48 84 65. Accommodation is limited, so be sure to book well in advance.
Ilophone: Music at the End of the World
Since 2010, the Ilophone Festival has been electrifying the island of Ouessant every September. Nestled in the heart of the Iroise Sea, this festival is officially the westernmost of all festivals in France, offering a unique musical experience in an exceptional island setting.
An Eclectic Program Mixing Local and International Acts
Ilophone's strength lies in its ability to blend genres and horizons. Each edition features a 100% local evening highlighting Breton talents, followed by more international evenings exploring rock, pop, electro, and world music. Artists such as Miossec, Molécule, Orange Blossom, Winston McAnuff, and Quinquis (Émilie Tiersen) have graced the Ouessant stage, creating unforgettable moments of sharing.
A Unique Island Experience
Getting to Ilophone means first taking a boat from Brest or Le Conquet to reach Ouessant, a crossing that is an integral part of the adventure. On-site, the concerts take place at the Salle Omnisports in Lampaul, in an intimate atmosphere where the limited capacity creates a rare closeness between artists and the audience. The island also offers an exceptional natural setting to enjoy the days between concerts: lighthouses, coastal paths, wild moors, and maritime heritage.
A Commitment to Accessibility
Ilophone stands out for its commitment to accessibility with the concept "music in signs", offering sign language translations during concerts. The festival is also free for children under 12, affirming its desire to be open to as many people as possible in a family-friendly and inclusive spirit.
Sixteen Years of Musical Adventure
Since its creation in 2010, Ilophone has continued to grow, evolving from a small island musical gathering to a recognized festival in the Breton cultural landscape. In 2025, the 16th edition was sold out, a testament to the growing enthusiasm for this unique event that combines music, nature, and island life.
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