Surgères Brass Festival
Edition 2026 Music Family Crafts

Surgères Brass Festival

The brass music festival of the West

Surgères — Charente-Maritime (17) Since 2017
Dates 23 Jul — 25 Jul 2026
Location Surgères (17)
Prices Free
Status Confirmed

About Brass Festival

The Surgères Brass Festival is the unmissable event for brass music lovers in Western France. Every year, on the last weekend of July, the Parc du Château de Surgères resonates with the powerful and festive sounds of brass orchestras, fanfares, and brass bands. A family-friendly and convivial festival that celebrates the richness and diversity of brass music.

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The reference brass festival

The Surgères Brass Festival has established itself as the reference brass festival in Western France. Every year, on the last weekend of July, the town of Surgères vibrates to the rhythm of trumpets, trombones, tubas, and other instruments from the brass family.

An exceptional setting

The festival takes place in the magnificent Parc du Château de Surgères, offering a green and historic setting perfect for hosting open-air concerts. The natural acoustics of the park and the bucolic atmosphere create a unique musical experience.

Quality orchestras and fanfares

The festival hosts brass orchestras, brass bands, and fanfares from all over France and sometimes Europe. From classical repertoire to pop-rock arrangements, including jazz and film music, the program offers a wide diversity of styles and atmospheres.

A family-friendly and festive festival

With its free concerts and friendly atmosphere, the Surgères Brass Festival is a family-friendly event accessible to all. On-site catering, entertainment, and relaxation areas complete the musical offering for a full festive weekend.

Brass Festival — edition 2026

10th anniversary edition of the Surgères Brass Festival

10th Anniversary Edition

The Surgères Brass Festival celebrates its 10th anniversary from July 23 to 25, 2026. For this anniversary edition, the festival promises an exceptional program with the best brass orchestras and brass bands from France and Europe.

Festive Weekend

Three days of free open-air concerts in the green setting of the Parc du Château de Surgères. A celebration of brass in all its diversity and power.

Highlights Brass Festival 2026

  • 10th anniversary edition
  • Exceptional programming
  • National and international orchestras
  • Free open-air concerts
  • Family and friendly festival

Prices Brass Festival 2026

Free entry

Practical information — Brass Festival

Practical information

Location

Parc du Château de Surgères
Place du Château
17700 Surgères

Dates

Last weekend of July (Friday, Saturday, Sunday)

Access

  • By car: A10 exit Surgères, free parking nearby
  • By train: Surgères station (TGV Paris-La Rochelle line)
  • Town center and castle accessible on foot from the station

Prices

  • Free entry
  • Free open-air concerts
  • Catering and bar on site

Tips

  • Bring folding chairs or blankets
  • Sun protection recommended
  • Family festival, all audiences

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Where does it take place — Brass Festival

Parc du Château de Surgères

Place du Château, 17700 Surgères

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Brass Festival in brief

Music Family Crafts Outdoor Participatory Charente-Maritime