Rock'n Patate Festival

Family rock in the heart of the Forez plain

Since 2011, the Rock'n Patate Festival has transformed the Veauchette village hall into a place of celebration and musical sharing every spring. Born from the passion of the members of the FASILA association (a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting musical practice and leisure dance), this festival has established itself as a must-attend event on the Loire rock scene.

An exceptional patron

The festival is sponsored by Michael Jones, an iconic guitarist and singer, a loyal supporter of the event since its beginnings. His regular presence on the Veauchette stage testifies to the artist's attachment to this human-sized festival, where proximity to the audience is an essential value. For the 10th edition in 2022, Michael Jones was accompanied by his full band for a memorable concert.

A festive day for all ages

The Rock'n Patate Festival unfolds over an entire day, with a program designed for all generations:

• Afternoon (free) : From 2 PM, the festival opens its doors with an open stage allowing amateur musicians to perform in front of a supportive audience. A musical flea market invites bargain hunters to find vinyl records, instruments, and unusual items. The youngest can participate in the famous Mr and Mrs Potato Head contest, a creative workshop where children sculpt and decorate potatoes to turn them into true works of art.
• Evening (paid) : From 8:30 PM, it's time for concerts with local and regional bands in the opening act, followed by the headliner. The festival makes it a point of honor to program only artists who compose and write their songs in French.

Strong local roots

Located in Veauchette, a small village in the Forez plain between Saint-Étienne and Feurs, the festival benefits from a rural and welcoming setting. The village hall, renovated in 2009, offers a friendly space perfectly suited to the event's spirit. The FASILA association, founded in 2001 with about fifty members, also enlivens local musical life through instrument and dance classes, as well as two orchestras, including the group Urban Folky, a Celtic music band regularly featured at the festival.

Catering and conviviality

The food truck Chaud Patate (a nod to the festival's name) delights festival-goers, while the refreshment stand offers organic Loire beer. A raffle with an exceptional prize (an electric guitar), photo exhibitions, and guitar test benches complete the program of this day dedicated to rock and good humor.