Les Terrasses du Jeudi
Edition 2026 Music Rock Pop

Les Terrasses du Jeudi

Free open-air concerts every Thursday in July in Rouen

Rouen — Seine-Maritime (76) Since 2001
Dates 02 Jul — 23 Jul 2026
Location Rouen (76)
Prices Free
Status —

About Terrasses du Jeudi

Since 2001, Les Terrasses du Jeudi have set the rhythm for Rouen evenings every July with free open-air concerts scattered across the squares and courtyards of the historic center. Every Thursday in July, from 6 PM to 10:30 PM, around thirty concerts simultaneously take over the city's iconic locations — parvis de la cathédrale, aître Saint-Maclou, place de la Pucelle, Halle aux Toiles, place Saint-Marc — offering an eclectic program mixing rock, jazz, French chanson, world music, electro, and pop. Organized by Le Kalif and the City of Rouen, this festival brings together tens of thousands of spectators each summer in a relaxed and festive atmosphere that is the pride of Rouen's summer.

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Les Terrasses du Jeudi: Twenty-five Years of Free Open-Air Music

Created in 2001, Les Terrasses du Jeudi have become, in a quarter of a century, one of Rouen's most emblematic summer events. The concept is simple yet remarkably effective: every Thursday in July, free concerts simultaneously take over a dozen squares and courtyards in the historic center, transforming the city into a huge open-air festival.

A Human-Scale Festival in an Exceptional Setting

The strength of Les Terrasses du Jeudi lies in its ability to make music dialogue with Rouen's remarkable architectural heritage. Concerts unfold in historic locations: the parvis of Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Aître Saint-Maclou (former medieval cemetery), the Place de la Pucelle, the Halle aux Toiles, the Place Saint-Marc, the Place de la Calende, the Rue Eau-de-Robec, and the Espace du Palais. Each location offers a unique atmosphere, and spectators wander freely from one stage to another throughout the evening.

An Eclectic and Demanding Program

The program, entrusted for several years to Le Kalif, Rouen's iconic concert venue, offers a broad and demanding panorama of current music. Rock, jazz, French chanson, Brazilian music, soul, funk, punk, electro, indie pop, and world music mingle throughout the evenings. The 2025 edition, the 25th, for example, highlighted Brazilian music with groups like Cassamba, Quase-Ilha, and Samba de Mesa, alongside local, national, and international artists.

A Launchpad for Emerging Talents

Les Terrasses du Jeudi give significant space to the local and emerging scene. Partnerships with the metropolis's conservatories and music schools allow young musicians to perform under professional conditions, through the School's Out program. This educational and discovery aspect is an integral part of the festival's DNA.

An Eco-Responsible and Accessible Event

Les Terrasses du Jeudi are part of an eco-event approach, with concrete actions in sustainable development: reusable cups, waste sorting, public awareness. The festival also pays attention to hearing risk prevention, providing earplugs and running awareness campaigns. A network of partner bars throughout the city center complements the festive offering.

Terrasses du Jeudi — edition 2026

The 26th edition of Les Terrasses du Jeudi will take place every Thursday in July 2026 in the squares and courtyards of Rouen's historic center. The festival will once again offer free open-air concerts from 6 PM to 10:30 PM.

26th Edition — Les Terrasses du Jeudi 2026

Les Terrasses du Jeudi return for their 26th edition in July 2026. As every year, four Thursdays of free concerts will liven up the emblematic squares of Rouen's historic center. The program will be announced in June 2026 on the festival's official website.

Prices Terrasses du Jeudi 2026

All concerts are free.

Practical information — Terrasses du Jeudi

Practical Information

Dates

Every Thursday in July (4 evenings), from 6 PM to 10:30 PM.

Locations

Concerts are spread across about ten squares and courtyards in Rouen's historic center: Parvis de la Cathédrale, Aître Saint-Maclou, Halle aux Toiles, Place de la Pucelle, Place Saint-Marc, Place de la Calende, Espace du Palais, Rue Eau-de-Robec, Place du 19-Avril-1944, Allée Eugène-Delacroix, Square Gaillard-Loiselet, etc.

Prices

All concerts are free.

Access

By metro: Théâtre des Arts, Palais de Justice, or Gare-Rue Verte stations.

By train: Rouen Rive-Droite station (TER and Intercités).

Contact

Le Kalif — Organizer
Website: www.terrassesdujeudi.fr

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Where does it take place — Terrasses du Jeudi

Places et cours du centre historique de Rouen

Centre historique, 76000 Rouen

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