Terraqué Festival
A festival of classical and contemporary music in Carnac, directed by Clément Mao-Takacs
2026
About Terraqué Festival
Every year in early September, the Festival Terraqué brings together a celebration of classical and contemporary music across Carnac's historic landmarks, including the Saint-Cornély church, the Chapelle de la Congrégation, the Salle du Ménec, and the Casino Circus. Founded in 2017 by Breton conductor Clément Mao-Takacs, who remains its artistic director, the festival takes its name from a collection of poems by Carnac native Guillevic, where earth and water echo one another. Each evening features two performances, at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, blending iconic repertoire pieces with rediscovered works and compositions by women, all presented with an accessible and lighthearted touch.
Terraqué Festival — edition 2026
Celebrating its tenth anniversary, the Festival Terraqué returns for its 2026 edition from August 27th to September 5th in Carnac. Artistic director Clément Mao-Takacs curates a program that balances iconic masterpieces with forgotten gems, with a special focus on female composers, hosted across the Saint-Cornély church, the Chapelle de la Congrégation, the Salle du Ménec, and the Casino Circus.
Highlights Terraqué Festival 2026
- Tenth edition of the festival, founded in 2017 by Clément Mao-Takacs
- Five heritage venues in Carnac: Église Saint-Cornély, Chapelle de la Congrégation, Salle du Ménec, Casino Circus, and Espace Culturel Terraqué
- Two concerts every evening at 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM, from August 27th to September 5th
- Late afternoon recitals, concert-readings, and lectures from August 31st to September 5th
- Collective vocal workshop held every morning, Monday through Saturday
Programme Terraqué Festival 2026
Thursday, August 27th, 2026
- Festival preview
Monday to Saturday, every morning
- Collective vocal workshop · location provided upon registration
August 31st to September 5th, daily at 5:00 PM
- 5:00 PM — Recital, concert-reading, meet-and-greet, or lecture · Espace Culturel Terraqué (26 rue du Tumulus) or Chapelle de la Congrégation
Every evening from August 27th to September 5th
- 7:00 PM — Concert · Église Saint-Cornély, Chapelle de la Congrégation, Salle du Ménec, or Casino Circus (Carnac-Plage)
- 9:00 PM — Concert · Église Saint-Cornély, Chapelle de la Congrégation, Salle du Ménec, or Casino Circus (Carnac-Plage)
The online ticketing platform (Billetweb) and the Carnac-Bourg and Carnac-Plage tourist offices provide the full daily schedule, including performer names and specific venues for each evening.
Prices Terraqué Festival 2026
Practical information — Terraqué Festival
Evening concerts are held at four venues: the Saint-Cornély church (Place de l'Église, Carnac town center), the Chapelle de la Congrégation (8 Place de la Chapelle, Carnac town center), the Salle du Ménec (2 Chemin du Nilestrec), and the Casino Circus (41 Avenue des Salines, Carnac-Plage). Late afternoon events take place at the Espace Culturel Terraqué (26 Rue du Tumulus) or the Chapelle de la Congrégation.
Tickets are available online via Billetweb, at the Carnac-Bourg and Carnac-Plage tourist offices, and at the door on the night of the concerts. For more information, call 02 97 52 13 52 (Carnac Tourist Office).
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