PHNMN Fréquences
The festival of emerging creation in Saint-Étienne
2026
About PHNMN Fréquences
Founded in 2021 by the Phénomène association, PHNMN Fréquences is Saint-Étienne's premier festival for emerging and independent talent. Held every late September at the Puits Couriot site in Saint-Étienne, it brings together open-air concerts, club-style electronic music, and an artistic village.
The EVENINGS take place at Parc Joseph Sanguedolce, right at the foot of the Puits Couriot headframe: an 80 m² open-air stage, from 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM, open to all ages. The NIGHTS continue at Le Clapier, a former freight station turned 350-capacity concert hall, from 11:00 PM to 5:00 AM, restricted to adults. Rock, rap, pop, techno, bass music, and experimental sets share these two venues, both located on the same site.
The festival extends into an OFF program, featuring concerts and DJ sets in bars, venues, and cultural spots across the Saint-Étienne metropolitan area throughout September. Festival entry is ticketed; it is free for students upon reservation. Around twenty volunteers keep the event running, from programming to site setup.
PHNMN Fréquences — edition 2026
The 6th edition of PHNMN Fréquences takes place on Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Puits Couriot site in Saint-Étienne. Enjoy two evenings of open-air concerts at Parc Joseph Sanguedolce (7 PM–1 AM) and two electronic nights at Le Clapier (11 PM–5 AM, 18+). The lineup features 16 artists in total, including headliners Fakear (live) and Aupinard in the park, and ULTRANÖUK at Le Clapier. An art village will be set up in the park during both evenings. Entry is ticketed, though free for students upon reservation. A free OFF series runs throughout September in bars and venues across the Saint-Étienne area.
2026 Edition — September 25 & 26
PHNMN Fréquences returns for its 6th edition on Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Puits Couriot site. Parc Joseph Sanguedolce and Le Clapier are adjacent, so no travel is required between venues.
EVENINGS at Parc Joseph Sanguedolce
From 7 PM to 1 AM, the 80m² open-air stage at the foot of the headframe hosts rock, rap, pop, and electro. Aupinard opens Friday as headliner, joined by Myra, RandJess, and Ikhor; Fakear performs Saturday alongside Billie, Luje, and The Toad Elevating Moment. EVENINGS are open to all ages, though those under 16 must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
NIGHTS at Le Clapier
From 11 PM to 5 AM, the main hall of Le Clapier—a 350-capacity former freight station—shifts to electronic music. Friday: Dandsi, Brahim Lumière, Xea, and Lucia Loot. Saturday: ULTRANÖUK, JPG, unexpected_error, and Helia. NIGHTS are strictly 18+, and original ID is required for entry.
Ticketed event, free for students
The festival is ticketed, with prices increasing as the event approaches. Students can enter for free by booking in advance, provided they show valid student ID at the door, subject to availability. Tickets also grant access to the art village and the Adity stage DJ sets.
The OFF, September 2–24
The festival extends throughout September with free concerts and DJ sets at local shops and cultural venues, featuring "carte blanche" takeovers by local labels and collectives: SO Records, Train de Nuit, Big Eye, Positive Education, Poto Feu Records, Mic Mac, and T2O. The main OFF event takes place Friday, September 18 at Place Jean Jaurès, with three simultaneous events and an after-party at F2 until 5 AM.
Highlights PHNMN Fréquences 2026
- 6th edition, Friday, September 25 and Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Puits Couriot site in Saint-Étienne
- 16 artists over two evenings at Parc Joseph Sanguedolce and two nights at Le Clapier
- Fakear (live) on Saturday and Aupinard on Friday as park headliners
- ULTRANÖUK headlining Saturday night at Le Clapier
- Dandsi, winner of the 2026 PHNMN Campus student showcase, opening Friday night
- Free entry for students, with reservation and valid ID
- A free OFF program across the Saint-Étienne metropolitan area from September 2 to 24
Programme PHNMN Fréquences 2026
Friday, September 25, 2026 — EVENING · Parc Joseph Sanguedolce (7 PM–1 AM, open-air, all ages)
- Aupinard — Headliner. The Bordeaux-based artist brings his "spleen. social club" project to the stage, blending bossa nova, soul, and electro, joined by Anaïs Cardot, Ino Casablanca, and Sonny Rave.
- Myra — Singer-songwriter known for her deep, smooth vocals.
- RandJess
- Ikhor — Saint-Étienne-based alternative metal band, discovered at the 2026 Nos Talents sur Scène showcase (Phénomène favorite, Guitare Avenue Prize). Opening the first of two EVENINGS.
Friday, September 25, 2026 — NIGHT · Le Clapier (11 PM–5 AM, club, 18+)
- Dandsi — Winner of the 2026 PHNMN Campus showcase. A Parisian duo mixing electroclash and EBM, following their February 2026 EP "Bazar Bazar". Opening the night.
- Brahim Lumière — DJ and producer from Saint-Étienne, Ghost Dance label, co-founder of Aléatronome. Expect trance, tribal percussion, and hazy dub.
- Xea — Perpignan-born, Paris-based DJ, member of the Heresy404 and Missing collectives. Bass and acid techno.
- Lucia Loot — Producer and DJ from the Vénus Club and Brillant Bruyant collectives. Drum & bass, bass music, UK garage, and hyperpop. Closing the first night.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 — EVENING · Parc Joseph Sanguedolce (7 PM–1 AM, open-air, all ages)
- Fakear — Headliner, live set. Presenting his new album "a nice place to be," due September 4, 2026.
- Billie — French-language rock, balancing distorted guitars and clear vocals, following her EPs "J'avance" and "À ce que les autres pensent de moi".
- Luje — Lyon-based quintet formed in 2015, melodic pop-rock with vintage synths, featuring their album "Raving Track".
- The Toad Elevating Moment — Saint-Étienne psychedelic and stoner rock, formed in 2009.
Saturday, September 26, 2026 — NIGHT · Le Clapier (11 PM–5 AM, club, 18+)
- ULTRANÖUK — Headliner. Solar techno infused with acid and trance, resident at Tsugi Radio and winner of the Variation(s) program.
- JPG — DJ supported by the Poto Feu Records collective, focusing on raw, breakbeat, and trance sounds. Opening the night.
- unexpected_error — Hard groove and techno, also from the Poto Feu Records team.
- Helia — Hardtrance and hardtechno, co-founder of the Getaway collective. Closing the final night of the festival.
Artist set times have not been released yet: the Timetable page on the official website is empty as of August 16, 2026. The art village is open in the park during both EVENINGS from 7 PM to 1 AM, featuring creator stalls, workshops, demonstrations, installations, and DJ sets on the Adity stage; access is included with your ticket.
The OFF — All through September, free admission
Before the weekend at Couriot, the OFF series brings free concerts and DJ sets to local shops and cultural venues across the Saint-Étienne metropolitan area. All events start at 8 PM. Several lineups are still to be announced.
- Wednesday, September 2 — Les guinguettes de Couriot · from 8 PM · lineup TBA
- Friday, September 4 — The Soggy Bottom · from 8 PM · lineup TBA
- Friday, September 4 — Pétale Palace · from 8 PM · carte blanche to SO Records
- Saturday, September 5 — Le Clapier · from 8 PM · carte blanche to Train de Nuit
- Friday, September 11 — La Commune Mazerat · from 8 PM · carte blanche to Big Eye
- Friday, September 18 — The big OFF night, Place Jean Jaurès, from 8 PM: carte blanche to Positive Education with bar-to-bar sets at Le Délirium and Le Bistrot de Sainté, carte blanche to Poto Feu Records at Le Méliès, lineup TBA at Six Nations, followed by an after-party at F2 with PHNMN × Poto Feu × Positive Education from midnight to 5 AM
- Tuesday, September 22 — La Bodega · from 8 PM · carte blanche to Mic Mac
- Thursday, September 24 — Campus Tréfilerie · from 8 PM · as part of Festi'VE · lineup TBA
- Thursday, September 24 — Aux Deux Cagettes · from 8 PM · carte blanche to T2O
Prices PHNMN Fréquences 2026
1 EVENING Ticket (Parc Joseph Sanguedolce): €15 to €23
1 NIGHT Ticket (Le Clapier, 18+): €7 to €12
EVENING + NIGHT Pass: €18 or €22
Students: Free with reservation, student ID and valid ID required at the door, subject to availability.
Tiered pricing: prices increase as the festival date approaches. Tickets available online via Shotgun.
The art village and Adity stage DJ sets are included in the EVENING ticket.
Practical information — PHNMN Fréquences
Practical Information
Access and Transport
- Train: Saint-Étienne Le Clapier TER station, right at the site entrance (lines to Lyon and Le Puy).
- Tram: STAS line T1, "Hôtel de Ville" or "Jean Jaurès" stop, then a short walk.
- Bus: Line M7, "Musée de la Mine" stop, directly in front of the site.
- Bike and Scooter: VéliVert station next to Le Clapier station.
- Car: EFFIA Gare Le Clapier parking, paid, €3.10 per night. A free parking lot opens opposite Le Clapier from 7:00 PM. Spaces are limited, carpooling is encouraged.
Schedule and Age Restrictions
- EVENINGS, Parc Joseph Sanguedolce: 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM, open to all. Under 16s must be accompanied by a legal guardian.
- NIGHTS, Le Clapier: 11:00 PM - 5:00 AM, 18+ only. Original ID required at the entrance.
On-Site
- Local food trucks with vegetarian, vegan, and meat options.
- Craft beers, soft drinks, and local beverages; reusable deposit cups used throughout the site.
- Cashless payment: Credit card, smartphone, and festival card, rechargeable on-site and online.
- Paid cloakroom and lockers at the entrance to Le Clapier.
- Empty water bottles and small snacks are allowed. Prohibited items: glass bottles, outside alcohol, sharp objects, pyrotechnics, selfie sticks, professional cameras without accreditation, and animals (except assistance dogs).
Accessibility for Disabled Visitors
- Level access across most of the park and Le Clapier, supplemented by ramps.
- Accessible, clearly marked toilets on-site.
- Priority entrance lane upon presentation of an inclusion or disability card.
- Dedicated volunteers for information and guidance at the site entrance.
Contact
Association Phénomène, 5 rue des Martyrs de Vingré, 42000 Saint-Étienne. Email: [email protected]. Phone: 06 85 61 44 37. Entertainment entrepreneur license: PLATESV-D-2024-000113.
PHNMN Fréquences: Emerging Talent in Saint-Étienne
PHNMN Fréquences is the flagship festival of the Phénomène association, which has been supporting and promoting emerging and independent creation since 2019. Born in 2021 between Saint-Étienne, Lyon, and online, it has since settled at the Puits Couriot site, where it returns every late September. The 2025 edition drew 1,500 festival-goers on-site and 2,500 people to the OFF events.
Two Venues, One Site
Parc Joseph Sanguedolce, also known as Parc Couriot, spans nearly 8 hectares at the base of the Puits Couriot headframe—the last major shaft of the Saint-Étienne coal basin, closed in 1973 and now a listed Historic Monument. Its 35-meter metal tower dates back to 1914, and the Mining Museum opened in the shaft buildings in 1991. The park, designed by landscape architect Michel Corajoud, hosts the festival's main 80 m² open-air stage and the artistic village.
Le Clapier occupies a former freight station linked to mining operations, closed in 1989 and located at the park entrance. Its large 350-capacity hall hosts the NIGHT program: electronic music, techno, and experimental sets until the early hours. The name comes from the local "Gaga" dialect: a "clapier" is a pile of stones, a nod to the slag heaps that once dominated the neighborhood.
The Artistic Village
During the EVENINGS, creators and artisans set up shop in the park, featuring sales stands, workshops, demonstrations, and installations, accompanied by DJ sets on the Adity stage. Access is included in the ticket price. A call for projects is open to exhibitors every year.
The OFF and PHNMN Campus
During the month leading up to the weekend at Couriot, the OFF program brings free concerts and DJ sets to shops and cultural venues across the Saint-Étienne area, featuring carte blanche showcases from local labels and collectives. The festival also relies on PHNMN Campus, a springboard for student artists, with the winner performing on the festival stage.
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