Lezart Festival
Lesbian, feminist and queer open-air festival in Vicq-sur-Gartempe
About Lezart Festival
The Lezart Festival is France's first open-air lesbian, feminist and queer festival. Organized every summer by the Arts et Perspectives association at the La Guillonnerie leisure area in Vicq-sur-Gartempe (Vienne), on the banks of the Gartempe, it offers several days of concerts by committed artists, live shows, theatre, film screenings, stand-up comedy, graphic arts, as well as a creators' market, an associative village, conferences, workshops and relaxation and swimming areas.
Le Lezart Festival: A Unique Cultural Event in Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Since 2020, Lezart Festival has established itself as a must-see cultural event in the Vienne department. Organized by the association Arts et Perspectives, this community-based, solidarity, and participatory festival takes over the La Guillonnerie leisure area in Vicq-sur-Gartempe every August. This picturesque village of 600 inhabitants is nestled on the banks of the Gartempe river, between Poitiers and Châtellerault. The fifteen-hectare green site offers an enchanting setting, conducive to artistic discovery and benevolent exchanges.
A Catalyst for Emerging Artists
The primary mission of Lezart Festival is to offer a professional stage to emerging artists from the lesbian, queer, and feminist scene. Each edition features a dozen concerts on the main stage, blending pop, electro, protest songs, and contemporary music, as well as an open mic stage allowing local talents to perform before an enthusiastic audience. Among the artists who have marked previous editions are Aloïse Sauvage, Tracy De Sá, Roxane Bruneau, Marine Baousson, and Kid Sophie, testifying to the richness and diversity of the programming.
Much More Than a Music Festival
Beyond the concerts, Lezart Festival offers a rich and varied multidisciplinary program. A 300 m² creators' market showcases contemporary crafts and creations. Creative and well-being workshops invite festival-goers to explore their artistic sensibilities. A community village brings together organizations committed to issues of inclusion, minority rights, and feminism. Conferences, signings by committed authors, and relaxation and games areas complete the experience, making each edition a unique moment of sharing.
A Bubble of Love in the Heart of the Poitou Countryside
What sets Lezart Festival apart is the atmosphere of kindness and freedom that prevails. Designed as a safe space, the festival welcomes all festival-goers in a warm and inclusive environment. With over 2,500 participants from all over France and even Belgium, the event has successfully united a loyal and growing community. On-site camping, by the river, allows for a full three-day experience, combining nature, art, and conviviality. Supported by local and regional authorities, Lezart Festival actively contributes to the cultural influence of the rural territory of Vienne.
Lezart Festival — edition 2026
The 7th edition of the Lezart Festival will be held from August 21 to 23, 2026, in Vicq-sur-Gartempe (Vienne), at the La Guillonnerie leisure area, on the banks of the Gartempe. As France's first open-air lesbian, feminist, and queer festival, it offers three days of concerts and performances by committed artists, featuring this year two stages, a creators' village, film screenings, masterclasses, and relaxation and swimming areas.
2026 Edition — 7th Edition
The Lezart Festival returns for its 7th edition from August 21 to 23, 2026, once again taking over the La Guillonnerie leisure area in Vicq-sur-Gartempe, on the banks of the Gartempe. Organized by the Arts et Perspectives association, it has established itself as one of the major events on the contemporary lesbian, feminist, and queer music scene in rural areas.
New for 2026: the festival expands to two stages (the main stage and the Mycélium stage) for even more concerts. The program combines emerging music, live performances, theater, film screenings, stand-up, graphic arts, a creators' market, an associative village, and conferences. The site also offers a coffee shop, a children's area, sign language interpreters, workshops and masterclasses, as well as relaxation, games, and swimming areas.
Programme Lezart Festival 2026
Friday, August 21, 2026
- Théa
- Kalika
- Exotica Lunatica
- Oxni
- Val
- Jure-Le de Marlène Grimmer
- Les Gamme'Elles
- DJ Alex
- Mojo King
- Le Garçon Manqué
Saturday, August 22, 2026
- Mathilde (main stage)
- Shirley Souagnon
- Uzi Freyja
- Sarah Lélé
- Romain Albrecht
- Linda Findel
- Mercutio
- Lowbass & Ysilune
- La Reine Garçon
- DJ Alex
- Mojo King
- Jackette
- Le Garçon Manqué
Sunday, August 23, 2026
- Les Rogers Cinémix
- Matter 2930
- Caroline Fournier
- Mojo King
- Le Garçon Manqué
Highlights Lezart Festival 2026
- France's first open-air lesbian, feminist, and queer festival
- Two stages in 2026: main stage and Mycélium stage
- Mathilde headlining on Saturday, August 22
- Masterclass led by comedian Shirley Souagnon
- Site on the banks of the Gartempe with swimming areas, creators' village, and children's area
Prices Lezart Festival 2026
Practical information — Lezart Festival
Practical Information
Access
By car: Vicq-sur-Gartempe is located about 45 minutes from Poitiers and 30 minutes from Châtellerault. Take the D5 or D3 towards the village. Free parking on site.
By carpooling: The festival encourages carpooling and provides tools to connect festival-goers.
Ticketing
Tickets on sale on HelloAsso (Arts et Perspectives association). 3-day pass: €110 to €130. 2-day pass: €80 to €99. 1-day pass: €52. Reduced rates upon presentation of proof. Free for children under 12 accompanied by an adult.
Accommodation
On-site camping (tent or van) for a fee of €1 to €3 per night. The site is located on the banks of the Gartempe in a preserved natural setting.
On-site
Food and drink stalls on site. Creators' market. Creative and well-being workshops. Community village. Relaxation and games areas.
Contact
Association Arts et Perspectives
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 06 87 49 85 03
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Aire de loisirs La Guillonnerie
Aire de loisirs La Guillonnerie, 86260 Vicq-sur-Gartempe