Les Jeudis de l'Été

Free concerts in the heart of Lamastre

Les Jeudis de l'Été is a series of free concerts that takes place every Thursday evening in July and August in the town center of Lamastre, a commune in Ardèche located in the Doux valley, north of the department. Organized by the town's cultural department, these musical events have become a popular summer ritual for residents and vacationers, transforming the heart of the village into an open-air stage.

An eclectic and friendly program

The program for Les Jeudis de l'Été is designed to be eclectic and accessible, featuring artists and bands from various styles: French song, jazz, world music, folk, rock, gypsy music, and many other genres. Each Thursday offers a different musical surprise, allowing the public to discover national and regional artists in a relaxed atmosphere. The concerts start at 9 PM and take place outdoors, in the pleasant setting of Lamastre's town center.

A summer event rooted in the Pays de Lamastre

Les Jeudis de l'Été is part of the summer season in the Pays de Lamastre, a tourist area renowned for its natural heritage, the Train de l'Ardèche (formerly the Mastrou), and its hiking trails. The concerts contribute to the town's entertainment during the tourist season, attracting a family and intergenerational audience. The free nature of the event and its accessible format make it a moment of sharing and conviviality open to all.

Lamastre town center, an open-air stage

The concerts are held in the center of Lamastre, on the main square or in the pedestrian streets, offering an authentic and warm setting. The terraces of surrounding cafes and restaurants complete the festive atmosphere of these summer evenings. In case of bad weather, concerts may be moved to a municipal hall. Parking is easy on the outskirts of the town center.

A pillar of Lamastre's cultural entertainment

Over the years, Les Jeudis de l'Été has become a pillar of Lamastre's cultural entertainment and a must-attend event of the Ardèche summer season. This simple and effective format — a free concert every Thursday — contributes to the town's dynamism and the well-being of residents and tourists who enjoy the long summer evenings to gather around music.