Rock'N Bock Festival
The rock and craft beer festival of Maxéville
About Rock'N Bock
The Rock'N Bock Festival is a rock and craft beer festival organized every year in September in Maxéville, on the historic Brasseries site. Created in 2016 by the City of Maxéville in partnership with the Union des Brasseurs du Grand Est, the event offers two days of free concerts, about twenty local craft breweries, food trucks, and family entertainment. Rooted in Maxéville's brewing heritage, the festival highlights the city's industrial legacy while offering a festive and friendly event.
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Rock and beer at the heart of brewing heritage
Maxéville, a commune in the Nancy metropolitan area, boasts a rich brewing heritage inherited from its industrial past. It is on this historic Brasseries site, at 33 rue des Brasseries, that the Rock'N Bock Festival takes place every September, a successful marriage between rock music and craft beer.
A festival rooted in local history
Created in 2016, Rock'N Bock is organized by the City of Maxéville in partnership with the Union des Brasseurs du Grand Est, Olavach, and SCIC Turbullance. The festival aims to promote the unique architectural heritage of the former breweries and to offer an original festive event in the Nancy metropolitan area.
Outdoor rock concerts
Rock'N Bock offers an energetic and eclectic musical program with a dozen bands spread over two days:
- Saturday: 7 continuous concerts, from independent rock to punk, including garage rock and blues-rock
- Sunday: 5 concerts in a more relaxed atmosphere, ideal for families
All concerts are free.
Twenty craft breweries to discover
The festival hosts about twenty craft breweries from the Grand Est region, offering a wide selection of local beers: IPA, stout, white, amber, blond, seasonal beer, and original creations. It's an opportunity to discover the richness of the Lorraine brewing landscape and to meet the passionate brewers of the region.
Gastronomy and entertainment
Food trucks accompany the beer tasting with a varied food offering. Sunday offers a program of family entertainment: creative workshops, games, and activities for children, allowing the whole family to enjoy the festival.
A remarkable heritage site
The Brasseries de Maxéville site, with its 19th-century industrial architecture, provides a unique and authentic setting for the festival. The old brewery buildings, converted into a cultural and event space, bear witness to the brewing past of Maxéville and the Meurthe valley.
Rock'N Bock — edition 2026
2026 edition of the Rock'N Bock Festival. Free rock concerts and craft breweries at the Site des Brasseries in Maxéville.
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Practical information — Rock'N Bock
Access and transport
The festival takes place at the Site des Brasseries, 33 Rue des Brasseries, 54320 Maxéville, within the city's industrial brewing heritage site. The site is located in the heart of Maxéville, very close to Nancy.
- By bus: Stan network from Nancy city center and the train station. Several lines serve Maxéville with a stop near the Site des Brasseries. Consult stan-bus.fr for routes and schedules.
- By car: From Nancy center, head towards Maxéville (approx. 10 minutes). From the A31, take the Nancy-Nord exit then head towards Maxéville. Parking is available on the Brasseries site. Due to crowds, it is advisable to arrive early or prioritize public transport.
- By bike: Cycle paths from Nancy center. Secure bicycle parking on the festival site.
- On foot: The site is accessible by a 25-minute walk from Nancy city center.
Festival venue
The Site des Brasseries de Maxéville is a complex of 19th-century industrial architecture, a remnant of the town's golden age of brewing. The red brick buildings, inner courtyards, and hangars offer a unique and authentic setting for a festival combining rock and craft beer.
Dates and times
The festival takes place on the 2nd weekend of September, Saturday and Sunday. Concerts start in the early afternoon and continue until the evening on Saturday. Sunday is more family-oriented with afternoon concerts.
Prices and ticketing
Access to the festival and concerts is completely free. Beer tastings are paid: a system of tokens is in place, purchasable on-site (cash and credit card). Each token allows you to taste a craft beer. A reusable glass is provided or can be purchased.
Food and drink
Several food trucks are present on site, offering a varied food selection: burgers, pizzas, world cuisine, vegetarian dishes, and desserts. The festival bar also serves non-alcoholic drinks and soft drinks.
Breweries
About twenty craft breweries from the Grand Est region are present, each with its tasting booth. The brewers are available to explain their beers, brewing techniques, and philosophy. It's an opportunity to discover the incredible diversity of the Lorraine brewing scene.
Important information
Alcohol consumption is reserved for adults. An ID may be requested. The festival encourages responsible drinking. Shuttles or alternative transport solutions may be provided. Bring rain protection (the site is partially covered).
Contact
City of Maxéville: maxeville.fr
The full concert program and the list of breweries are published on the city's website.
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Where does it take place — Rock'N Bock
Site des Brasseries de Maxéville
33 Rue des Brasseries, Maxéville, 54320 Maxéville