Les Zaccros d'ma Rue
Street and circus arts festival in Nevers
About Les Zaccros
Les Zaccros d'ma Rue: The Street Arts Festival in Nevers
Each year at the beginning of July, the streets of Nevers come alive with street shows, contemporary circus, and the most inventive artistic performances. The festival Les Zaccros d'ma Rue, supported by the ALARUE association, transforms the city into a huge open-air stage for a whole week.
More than twenty-five years of creation in public spaces
Since its creation in 2001, the festival has continued to grow and diversify. What began as a local initiative has become a major cultural event in the Nièvre region, recognized for the quality of its programming and its local roots. The ALARUE association, located at 12 quai de Médine in Nevers, does more than just organize the festival: it supports resident companies throughout the year and conducts cultural mediation activities with diverse audiences.
A program for everyone
The festival offers a rich and varied program, designed for all ages and all tastes. Street theater, contemporary circus, dance, puppetry, music, visual performances, and artistic installations are presented in the streets and squares of Nevers. The first days of the festival (Monday to Thursday) are dedicated to exploring the towns in the agglomeration, before the heart of the festival beats in the city center of Nevers for the weekend.
Free and outdoor shows
True to its philosophy of cultural democratization, the festival offers all its shows for free and open access. This free access, combined with the diversity of the programming, makes Les Zaccros a truly popular and intergenerational event, where families, the curious, and enthusiasts gather in a festive and friendly atmosphere.
A festival rooted in its territory
Les Zaccros d'ma Rue is not limited to the city center of Nevers. The festival extends to the towns of the agglomeration, bringing street art closer to the residents. This territorial dimension is at the heart of ALARUE's artistic and cultural project, which believes in art's ability to create social bonds and animate public spaces.
Les Zaccros — edition 2026
The 26th edition of Les Zaccros d'ma Rue will take place from Monday, June 29th to Sunday, July 5th, 2026. The street arts and circus festival in Nevers will offer a week of free shows in public spaces, with "Balades dans l'Agglo" from Monday to Thursday in the 13 municipalities of the Nevers agglomeration, followed by a grand programming weekend in the heart of Nevers from Friday, July 3rd to Sunday, July 5th.
26th Edition - From June 29th to July 5th, 2026
Les Zaccros d'ma Rue return for their 26th edition from Monday, June 29th to Sunday, July 5th, 2026. A full week of street shows, circus, theatre, dance, music, and visual performances will take over the streets of Nevers and the municipalities of the agglomeration.
An Edition in Two Parts
As every year, the festival unfolds in two distinct phases:
- From Monday, June 29th to Thursday, July 2nd: the "Balades dans l'Agglo" bring the shows to the 13 municipalities of the Nevers agglomeration, closer to the residents.
- From Friday, July 3rd to Sunday, July 5th: the heart of the festival beats in Nevers city centre, with a concentration of shows in the squares and pedestrian streets, around the Place de l'Hotel de Ville.
A Rich Program
The Nevers weekend traditionally brings together several formats:
- The program of companies selected by the artistic team
- Presentations of creations supported by artist residencies
- The Coups de Pouce initiative for emerging companies
- The circus area in partnership with the Acroballe Circus school
- An open stage for local amateur companies
- Three concert evenings under a big top
The 2026 Poster
The colourful visual for the 26th edition was unveiled by the ALARUE association. It was created by Le Carton Studio.
Detailed Program
The complete program will be unveiled soon on the official website zaccros.org as well as on the festival's social media (Facebook and Instagram). More than 200 free shows are expected in about twenty locations in Nevers and a dozen municipalities in the agglomeration.
Highlights Les Zaccros 2026
Key Information for 2026
- Dates: from Monday, June 29th to Sunday, July 5th, 2026
- 26th edition of the festival
- Balades dans l'Agglo: from Monday, June 29th to Thursday, July 2nd, in the 13 municipalities of the Nevers agglomeration
- Nevers Weekend: from Friday, July 3rd to Sunday, July 5th, in Nevers city centre
- Free shows and open access, suitable for all ages
- More than 200 performances expected in about twenty locations
- 2026 poster designed by Le Carton Studio
- Detailed program to come on zaccros.org
Prices Les Zaccros 2026
Practical information — Les Zaccros
Practical Information
Access and transport
By car: Nevers is accessible via the A77 motorway from Paris (approx. 2h30) and via the RCEA from Moulins and Lyon. Free parking is available in the city center. During the festival, some streets may be closed to traffic for shows.
By train: Nevers station is served by direct trains from Paris-Bercy (approx. 2h) and TER trains from Dijon, Bourges, and Clermont-Ferrand. The station is a 10-minute walk from the city center where the shows take place.
By bus: The Taneo network serves the Nevers agglomeration and the towns where the festival takes place at the beginning of the week.
Festival Schedule
The festival takes place in two phases:
- Monday to Thursday: shows and activities in the towns of the Nevers agglomeration - discover street arts closer to the residents
- Friday to Sunday: festival highlight in the city center of Nevers with a concentration of shows in the squares and pedestrian streets
Prices
All shows are free and open access. No reservation is necessary. Come as you are, with family, friends, or alone!
Accommodation
Nevers offers a varied range of accommodation: hotels, bed and breakfasts, gîtes, campsites. It is recommended to book in advance for the festival weekend. Nevers Tourist Office: 03 86 68 46 00.
Food and Drink
Food stalls are set up at the festival venues during the weekend. Restaurants in the city center of Nevers are also accessible near the shows.
Volunteering and Accreditation
The festival welcomes volunteers every year and offers professional accreditations. For more information, visit www.zaccros.org or contact the ALARUE association at 03 86 61 17 80.
Practical Tips
Wear comfortable shoes for walking in the streets. Protect yourself from the sun in case of heat. Shows are held outdoors: bring rain gear in case of uncertain weather.
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Where does it take place — Les Zaccros
Centre-ville de Nevers et communes de l'agglomération
12 quai de Médine, 58000 Nevers