Place Libre Festival
Edition 2026 Contemporary Circus Contemporary Dance Puppetry

Place Libre Festival

Street Arts Festival in Le Touvet

Le Touvet — Isère (38) Since 2013
Dates 27 Aug — 30 Aug 2026
Location Le Touvet (38)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Place Libre

The Place Libre Festival is a summer event dedicated to street arts, held annually at the end of August in Le Touvet, in the Grésivaudan valley in Isère. For four days, the town center and surrounding areas host circus, street theater, and object theater companies for high-quality performances accessible to all audiences. Since its creation in 2013, this family-friendly and convivial festival has established itself as a major cultural event in the Grésivaudan.

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Street Arts at the Heart of Grésivaudan

The Place Libre Festival transforms the village of Le Touvet into a true open-air theater every summer. Nestled at the foot of the Chartreuse massif, in the verdant Grésivaudan valley, this festival offers an exceptional setting to discover street arts in all their forms: contemporary circus, street theater, object theater, burlesque performances, and clown shows.

A Demanding and Accessible Program

Each edition of the Place Libre Festival features a rigorous selection of companies and artists from all over France. The program favors quality, quirky, and poetic shows that appeal to both children and adults. Performances take place in the squares, streets, gardens, and public spaces of Le Touvet, creating a unique proximity between artists and spectators.

Four Days of Celebration and Discovery

The festival spans four days at the end of August, an ideal time to enjoy outdoor performances in the summer warmth. In addition to the shows, the program includes concerts, processions, a pedal-powered carousel with music, and a bike parade that invites young and old to cycle through the village. Opportunities to meet the artists also punctuate the festival.

Strong Local Roots

Supported by the municipality of Le Touvet and numerous volunteers, the Place Libre Festival is a true territorial project. It contributes to the cultural animation of the Grésivaudan and the discovery of street arts by audiences who do not always have access to such artistic proposals. The festival's convivial and family-friendly spirit makes it a special time for sharing and encounters.

Place Libre — edition 2026

13th edition of the Place Libre Festival in Le Touvet. Street arts, circus, and theater in the open air in Grésivaudan.

The 13th edition of the Place Libre Festival is expected at the end of August 2026 in Le Touvet. The program will be announced during the summer on the municipality's website.

Prices Place Libre 2026

Free and open access for the majority of shows

Practical information — Place Libre

Access

The festival takes place in the center of Le Touvet (38660), in the Grésivaudan valley. Le Touvet is located about 30 minutes from Grenoble via the A41 (Le Touvet exit) or the D1090.

Prices

The majority of street performances are free and open access. Some shows may be ticketed, with accessible prices. Consult the program for details.

Parking

Parking is available in the village center and around the festival grounds. Consider carpooling or cycling for a more environmentally friendly festival.

Food & Drink

Food and drink stands are available on the festival site throughout the four days.

Accessibility

As the festival is mainly held outdoors in the town center, the performances are generally accessible to people with reduced mobility.

Contact

Mairie du Touvet
Website: www.letouvet.com

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Where does it take place — Place Libre

Centre-bourg du Touvet

Centre-bourg, 38660 Le Touvet

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Place Libre in brief

Contemporary Circus Contemporary Dance Puppetry Improvisation Young Audience Family Outdoor Isère

History of Place Libre