Spotlight Festival
The humor festival of the Lille metropolis
About Spotlight Festival
The Spotlight Festival: Humor Celebrated in Lille
Founded by Le Spotlight, the iconic comedy club in Lille active for over 15 years, the Spotlight Festival has become in just a few editions the unmissable humor event in the Hauts-de-France region. Every November, it takes over no less than seven venues in the Lille metropolis for two weeks of laughter and discovery.
A Rich and Eclectic Program
The festival offers a program that covers the entire spectrum of contemporary humor: stand-up, one-man-show, stage shows, musical humor, improvisation, and innovative formats. Headliners from the French comedy scene rub shoulders with emerging young talents, offering spectators a complete panorama of today's humor.
Seven Venues, One Metropolis
The ambition of the Spotlight Festival is to spread humor throughout the Lille metropolis. The shows take place in various locations: Le Spotlight of course, but also the Théâtre Sébastopol, the Splendid, the Péniche Laléa, the Théâtre Charcot, Aux Enfants Terribles, and the Espace Culturel de Bondues. This diversity of venues allows for varied formats, from intimate shows to grand performances.
Masterclasses and Meet-and-Greets
Beyond the shows, the festival offers masterclasses led by established comedians, meet-and-greets with artists, and conferences on the world of stand-up and comedy. A professional segment also allows young artists to be discovered and to develop their network.
A Growing Festival
After the success of its first editions, the Spotlight Festival confirms its growing momentum. The 3rd edition in 2025 has further expanded its program and number of venues, reflecting the enthusiasm of the Lille public for live humor.
Spotlight Festival — edition 2026
4th edition of the Spotlight Festival, the major comedy event in the Lille metropolitan area, from November 13 to 29, 2026. Two weeks of stand-up, one-man shows, and comedy performances in seven venues across the metropolitan area.
4th Edition — November 13 to 29, 2026
The Spotlight Festival makes its grand return to Lille for its 4th edition, from November 13 to 29, 2026. Organized by Le Spotlight, the metropolitan area's leading comedy club, the festival will feature a two-week comedy program across seven venues in the Lille metropolitan area (Le Spotlight, Théâtre Sébastopol, Le Splendid, Péniche Laléa, Théâtre Charcot, Aux Enfants Terribles, Espace Culturel de Bondues).
Among the first names announced are Laura Calu, Edouard Deloignon, and Florian Lex. The full program and ticketing information will be progressively available on the official website and online ticketing platform.
Highlights Spotlight Festival 2026
- 4th edition, November 13 to 29, 2026
- First artists announced: Laura Calu, Edouard Deloignon, Florian Lex
- Seven venues in the Lille metropolitan area
- Stand-up, one-man show, musical comedy, and improvisation
Prices Spotlight Festival 2026
Practical information — Spotlight Festival
Practical Information
Locations
The Spotlight Festival takes place in 7 venues across the Lille metropolitan area, offering varied atmospheres:
- Le Spotlight: 100 rue Léon Gambetta, 59800 Lille (main venue, heart of the festival)
- Théâtre Sébastopol: place Sébastopol, Lille (large venue for headliners)
- Le Splendid: 1 place du Mont de Terre, Lille
- Péniche Laléa: quai de la Citadelle, Lille (unusual setting on the water)
- Théâtre Charcot: Marcq-en-Barœul
- Aux Enfants Terribles: Lille
- Espace Culturel de Bondues: Bondues
Access and Transport
By metro: Lille venues are accessible via lines 1 and 2 of the automatic metro. Théâtre Sébastopol is near the « République Beaux-Arts » station.
By train: Lille-Flandres station (TGV, TER) or Lille-Europe (Eurostar, Thalys), then metro or walk to the city centre venues.
By car: city centre underground car parks (parking Grand Place, parking Euralille, parking Opéra).
Dates
The festival takes place over two weeks in November, generally from mid-November to late November. Shows are held in the evening (8 PM or 9 PM depending on the venue), with occasional afternoon events on weekends.
Prices and Ticketing
Shows are ticketed, with variable prices depending on the venues, artists, and formats (approximately 10 to 35 euros). Reduced rates are offered for students, job seekers, and those under 26. Multi-show passes may be available. Tickets are available online at billetterie-spotlight.mapado.com and at partner points of sale (Pass Culture accepted).
Practical Tips
- Book your tickets in advance — Le Spotlight being a small venue, shows often sell out.
- Consult the full programme on the official website to choose your shows.
- Enjoy the diversity of venues to discover varied places in the metropolitan area.
Contact
Le Spotlight: 100 rue Léon Gambetta, 59800 Lille · Tel. 03 52 84 03 56 · [email protected] · www.festival-spotlight.fr / www.lespotlight.fr
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Where does it take place — Spotlight Festival
Le Spotlight et 6 autres salles de la métropole
100 rue Léon Gambetta, 59000 Lille