La Nuit de l'Erdre — Festival of contemporary music in Nort-sur-Erdre
The independent and associative festival on the banks of the Erdre
About La Nuit de l'Erdre
La Nuit de l'Erdre is a contemporary music festival that takes place every summer at Parc du Port Mulon in Nort-sur-Erdre, Loire-Atlantique. Created in 1998 by the town's Festival Committee, it has become over nearly thirty years one of the largest independent festivals in the Grand Ouest, attracting up to 100,000 festival-goers over four days. Supported by a non-profit organization (loi 1901) and around 2,000 volunteers organized into 28 committees, the event champions an eclectic program mixing rock, pop, electro, hip-hop, rap, and world music, featuring international headliners and emerging artists through its "Le Tremplin" initiative. As a committed festival, La Nuit de l'Erdre offers prices below the national average, free entry for children under 11, and pursues an eco-responsible approach with reusable cups, waste sorting, and sustainable transport.
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Born from a village festival in 1998
In 1998, Michel Leclerc, president of the Nort-sur-Erdre Festival Committee, decided to celebrate the association's 50th anniversary by organizing a concert during the July 14th fireworks. Tri Yann took the stage in front of 5,843 spectators at the town's lake. The experience was repeated in the following years with Michel Fugain and then Axelle Red. In 2001, the event reached a new milestone by programming three artists—including Matmatah—on the same evening, officially becoming a festival. In 2004, it adopted the name La Nuit de l'Erdre and welcomed Yannick Noah to a crowd of 9,644 festival-goers.
From the lake to Parc du Port Mulon
In 2006, the festival moved to Parc du Port Mulon, a 5-hectare green space on the banks of the Erdre, offering much greater development possibilities. Under the presidency of Marc Jolys, the event became more professional while retaining its associative and volunteer spirit. The arrival of Olivier Tenailleau in programming in 2007 helped expand the lineup with nationally and internationally renowned artists.
Key milestones followed: expanding to two days in 2011 with Jean-Louis Aubert and Louis Bertignac (16,000 festival-goers), creating the mascot monkey and two alternating stages in 2012 with Manu Chao (20,000 festival-goers), and then adding a third day in 2018 for the 20th anniversary with Shaka Ponk (45,000 festival-goers).
A must-attend festival
Since 2022, La Nuit de l'Erdre has expanded to four days and two main stages—the Scène Maki and the Scène Gorilla—hosting major French and international artists. The 2022 edition marked a turning point with 93,000 festival-goers and a lineup featuring Angèle and Orelsan. In 2023, the festival surpassed the symbolic mark of 100,000 festival-goers with Phoenix and Lomepal, becoming the largest independent and associative festival in the Pays de la Loire region.
In 2024, the event confirmed its status with 97,000 festival-goers, 2,048 volunteers, and 6,000 campers, notably featuring Sum 41 and Bigflo & Oli.
An associative and committed model
La Nuit de l'Erdre is driven by a 100% independent non-profit organization (loi 1901), far from the commercial logic of major entertainment groups. Approximately 2,000 volunteers organized into 28 committees bring the festival to life throughout the year. The association advocates for access to culture for all with attractive prices, free entry for under-11s, and the "Le Tremplin" initiative, which provides visibility to emerging local artists.
Environmental commitment is reflected in reusable cups, selective waste sorting, a green brigade for awareness, partnerships with SNCF and TER to reduce car usage, and a cashless payment system called Monkey launched in 2018.
La Nuit de l'Erdre — edition 2026
26th edition of La Nuit de l'Erdre at Parc du Port Mulon in Nort-sur-Erdre. From July 2 to 5, 2026, four days of contemporary music with Lenny Kravitz, Orelsan, Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Damso, Vanessa Paradis, Bastille, Bob Sinclar, Dropkick Murphys, and over 30 artists on the Maki and Gorilla stages.
26th Edition: An Exceptional Lineup
La Nuit de l'Erdre returns from July 2 to 5, 2026, at Parc du Port Mulon for a 26th edition that promises to be one of the most ambitious in its history, with over 30 artists scheduled on the Maki and Gorilla stages.
On Thursday, July 2, Vanessa Paradis will open the festival with her timeless songs, accompanied by Dropkick Murphys and their Celtic punk rock, Bob Sinclar on the decks, Feu! Chatterton, and Billie.
Friday, July 3, will see Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals and rapper Damso take the stage, surrounded by Bastille, Maureen, Danakil, Perceval, and Bonne Nuit.
Saturday, July 4, will mark the festival's peak with Lenny Kravitz as the headliner, accompanied by Disiz, Matmatah & The Fuzzy Brass Four, Étienne de Crécy, Miki, Graphy-T, DJ Zebra, and Nodz.
The closing on Sunday, July 5, will be headlined by Orelsan, a key figure in French rap, joined by Rilès, Mosimann, Suzane, MPL, Marianne, and Chanson d'Occasion.
Programme La Nuit de l'Erdre 2026
2026 Lineup — 26th Edition
Thursday, July 2
- Vanessa Paradis
- Dropkick Murphys
- Bob Sinclar
- Feu! Chatterton
- Billie
Friday, July 3
- Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals
- Damso
- Bastille
- Maureen
- Danakil
- Perceval
- Bonne Nuit
Saturday, July 4
- Lenny Kravitz
- Disiz
- Matmatah & The Fuzzy Brass Four
- Étienne de Crécy
- Miki
- Graphy-T
- DJ Zebra
- Nodz
Sunday, July 5
- Orelsan
- Rilès
- Mosimann
- Suzane
- MPL
- Marianne
- Chanson d'Occasion
Highlights La Nuit de l'Erdre 2026
- Over 30 artists over 4 days and 2 stages
- Lenny Kravitz and Orelsan as headliners
- Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals and Damso on Friday
- Vanessa Paradis and Dropkick Murphys opening
- Bob Sinclar, Étienne de Crécy, and Mosimann for electro
- Matmatah & The Fuzzy Brass Four, a return to Nantes origins
- 100,000 festival-goers expected
Prices La Nuit de l'Erdre 2026
Practical information — La Nuit de l'Erdre
Practical Information
Access
The festival takes place at Parc du Port Mulon, in Nort-sur-Erdre, about 25 km north of Nantes.
- By car: From Nantes, follow the RN 137 towards Rennes, then the D 69 towards Nort-sur-Erdre. Large parking area near the site. Dedicated parking for campers about 1 km away.
- By TER / Tram-Train: Nort-sur-Erdre station is served by the Nantes-Châteaubriant tram-train line. Enhanced shuttle services are provided on festival evenings. Live SNCF TER ticket available combining transport and festival entry.
- By carpooling: The festival encourages carpooling and offers dedicated solutions.
2026 Prices
- 1-day pass: €54.50
- 2-day pass: €101
- 3-day pass: €142
- 4-day pass: €184 (promotional pass at €150 in limited quantity)
- Free: children under 11 (booking required, adult supervision required)
- Pass Culture accepted
Ticketing
Online ticketing on the official website lanuitdelerdre.fr, as well as on the Ticketmaster and Francebillet networks. Physical points of sale in Nort-sur-Erdre: Maison Presse-Papier, Tourist Office, Bar Tabac Le Calypso, Super U. An official ticket exchange is offered to combat the black market.
Camping
A camping area is available on the festival site. A second campsite is set up at La Noé Guy. Dedicated camper parking about 1 km from the site.
Family Area
A family area is set up in the Château du Port Mulon. The festival is not recommended for children under 6 years old.
Accessibility
A comprehensive PMR (Persons with Reduced Mobility) service is in place for welcoming people with disabilities.
Contact
- Address: Association La Nuit de l'Erdre, 1 rue de Rocheflour, 44390 Nort-sur-Erdre
- Phone: 02 40 93 23 11
- Email: [email protected]
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Where does it take place — La Nuit de l'Erdre
Parc du Port Mulon
Parc du Port Mulon, 44390 Nort-sur-Erdre