Nancyphonies
The major classical music event in the Grand Est
About Nancyphonies
Nancyphonies is a major classical music festival in the Grand Est region, founded in 1990 under the name Rencontres Musicales en Lorraine. Each summer, the festival invites the greatest international artists to perform in Nancy's heritage sites: Salle Poirel, Place Stanislas, Kiosque de la Pépinière. Directed by pianist Hugues Leclère, it offers a program mixing chamber music, recitals, symphonic concerts, and baroque music. Since its creation, over 1,500 artists have performed there for 150,000 spectators.
Travel to this festival
Book your train or bus to reach Nancyphonies at the best price.
Sponsored link
A benchmark festival in Lorraine
Created in 1990 by the association Rencontres Musicales en Lorraine, the festival was first named after its founding organization before adopting the name Nancyphonies in 2003. Under the artistic direction of pianist Hugues Leclère, it has established itself as one of the unmissable classical music events in the Grand Est. The festival has retained a discerning audience while opening up to new spectators through an accessible program and free outdoor concerts.
Exceptional venues in the heart of Nancy
One of the unique aspects of Nancyphonies is the choice of its concert venues. The prestigious Salle Poirel, an architectural gem from the 19th century located on rue Victor Poirel, hosts the festival's major concerts. The Grands Salons of the Hôtel de Ville, overlooking the majestic Place Stanislas, a UNESCO World Heritage site, offer a sumptuous setting for recitals and chamber concerts. The Auditorium of the Conservatoire du Grand Nancy and the Kiosque de la Pépinière complete this constellation of venues, each providing unique acoustics and atmosphere. The festival also extends beyond Nancy, taking place in venues in Vandœuvre-lès-Nancy and Seichamps.
A program between excellence and discovery
The Nancyphonies repertoire covers a wide musical spectrum: chamber music, piano recitals, symphonic concerts, baroque music, and contemporary works. Since its creation, the festival has hosted internationally renowned artists such as Grigory Sokolov, Arcadi Volodos, Augustin Dumay, Stephen Hough, Viktoria Mullova, Brigitte Engerer, and Boris Berezovski. Public masterclasses, offered in addition to the concerts, allow the public to discover the behind-the-scenes of musical performance and interact with the artists.
Local roots with an international outlook
Nancyphonies asserts a strong Lorraine identity while looking beyond its borders. Each year, artists from all over Europe and the world gather in Nancy to share their art. The festival actively contributes to the cultural and tourist influence of the Grand Nancy Metropolis and the Grand Est region, attracting a loyal and curious audience that extends far beyond the borders of Meurthe-et-Moselle.
Nancyphonies — edition 2026
The 37th edition of Nancyphonies will once again take over Nancy's heritage sites in July 2026 to offer the best of classical music in a friendly atmosphere.
2026 Edition - 37th Edition
Nancyphonies returns for its 37th edition in July 2026. The festival will once again take over the emblematic venues of Nancy and the Grand Nancy Metropolis to offer a rich program mixing chamber music, piano recitals, symphonic concerts, and baroque music. The detailed program, guest artists, and concert venues will be announced on the festival's official website.
Prices Nancyphonies 2026
Practical information — Nancyphonies
Access and transport
The festival takes place mainly at the Salle Poirel, located at 3 rue Victor Poirel, 54000 Nancy, a five-minute walk from Place Stanislas. The Grands Salons of the Hôtel de Ville are located at 1 Place Stanislas, in the heart of the historic center. Nancy is easily accessible by TGV from Paris (1h30), Strasbourg (1h15), and Metz (35 minutes). Nancy SNCF train station is about a 15-minute walk from the main concert venues. The Grand Nancy tram and bus network (Stan network) serves all sites. Several underground parking lots are available near Place Stanislas.
Ticketing and prices
Concert ticket prices vary by category: Category 1 at 25 euros, Category 2 at 15 euros, reduced rate at 10 euros (students, job seekers, under 18s). Several outdoor concerts are offered free of charge. Pass cards allowing attendance at multiple concerts at advantageous rates are also available. Ticketing is accessible online on the festival's official website, by phone at 03 83 96 43 24, at the Grand Nancy Tourist Office (03 83 35 80 10), and at the concert venues 45 minutes before each performance.
Practical information
The festival is usually held during the first half of July. Concerts take place in the evening in the halls and during the day for outdoor events at the Kiosque de la Pépinière. Public masterclasses are open to all and offer a unique opportunity to discover the artists' interpretation work. It is recommended to book tickets in advance for the most popular concerts, especially those held in the limited-capacity Grands Salons of the Hôtel de Ville. The festival is accessible to people with reduced mobility in most of its concert venues.
Accommodation and dining
Nancy offers a wide choice of accommodation near the concert venues, from the historic city center to residential areas. Numerous restaurants and brasseries are located around Place Stanislas and in the adjacent streets, allowing you to extend your evening after the concerts. The Grand Nancy Tourist Office can assist you in organizing your stay.
Festival-goer photos
No photo yet. Share yours!
Share your photos
5 photos max, 5 MB per photo (JPG, PNG, WebP)
Festival-goer reviews
No rating yet — be the first!
No review yet. Be the first!
Were you there?
Share your experience with the community
Travel to this festival
Book your train or bus to reach Nancyphonies at the best price.
Sponsored link
Where does it take place — Nancyphonies
Salle Poirel et divers lieux patrimoniaux de Nancy
Salle Poirel, 3 rue Victor Poirel, 54000 Nancy