Trad'in Festival
Festival of contemporary and world music at the Jardins du Roc d'Embrun
About Trad'in
A festival perched above the Durance valley
The Trad'in Festival is a festival of contemporary and world music held every summer in Embrun, in the Hautes-Alpes. Created in 2010 by the Kaya association, it has established itself as a major event on the Alpine music scene, attracting a loyal and curious audience each year, lovers of mixed music and artistic encounters.
The Jardins du Roc, an exceptional site
The festival takes place in the Jardins du Roc, a remarkable natural site located in the heart of Embrun's historic center. Perched at 80 meters above the Roc, the legendary Trad'in stage offers a breathtaking panorama of the Durance valley and the surrounding peaks. This spectacular setting, where music resonates between sky and mountain, gives the festival a unique atmosphere and an incomparable visual identity. The site has two spaces with different ambiances, allowing for varied sound experiences and artistic discoveries.
An eclectic and mixed program
The Trad'in Festival's program is distinguished by its musical transversality, mixing world music, rock, ska, punk, electro, Celtic and Occitan music, cumbia, reggae, and hip-hop. The festival favors artists who embody the fusion of genres and cultures, creating bridges between musical traditions and contemporary sounds. Among the artists who have performed on the Trad'in stage are Massilia Sound System, Le Peuple de l'Herbe, Les Ramoneurs de Menhirs, Debout sur le Zinc, La Ruda, Orange Blossom, Sidi Wacho, Lou Dalfin, La Yegros, and Goulamas'K.
Three evenings of live music
For three evenings, the Trad'in Festival offers open-air concerts, from dusk till dawn, in a festive and friendly atmosphere. Each edition is marked by a unifying theme: in 2025, the festival paid tribute to the Woodstock Festival and the Flower Power movement, inviting the public to wear bandanas, fringes, and bell-bottoms. On Sunday afternoon, a free concert for children completes the program, making Trad'in a truly family-friendly event.
An eco-responsible commitment
The Trad'in Festival is committed to an ambitious eco-responsible approach: stage powered 100% by solar energy, low-consumption lighting, dry toilets, eco-responsible communication materials, waste sorting and recycling, use of reusable materials, and promotion of soft mobility. This environmental commitment is at the heart of the festival's identity, which seeks to reconcile celebration with respect for the Alpine territory.
The Kaya association, a cultural driving force in the region
The Kaya association, founded in 2005 and based in Embrun, is the driving force behind the Trad'in Festival. Rooted in a multidisciplinary approach, it offers music lessons, workshops, and masterclasses throughout the year, and also organizes the Panorama Tour, a traveling festival. Kaya positions itself as a bridge between culture, territory, and the public, fostering connections between generations and allowing traditions to live on in a vibrant contemporaneity.
Trad'in — edition 2026
15th anniversary edition of the Trad'in Festival, from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, 2026, in Embrun (Hautes-Alpes). For this anniversary edition, the festival leaves the Jardins du Roc and returns to its origins at the Plan d'eau d'Embrun, under a large circus-themed big top, with two stages. On the program: Les Hurlements de Léo, Marcel et son Orchestre, Ludwig von 88, Los Tres Puntos, Koomsa, F.U.R Cròia Musica, La Clique and others, for two evenings of contemporary and world music (Friday and Saturday), followed by a Sunday afternoon entirely dedicated to children. Free for children under 12 on Friday and Saturday. Online ticketing on Billetweb.
15th edition: back to its origins at the Plan d'eau d'Embrun
The 15th anniversary edition of the Trad'in Festival takes place from Friday, July 3 to Sunday, July 5, 2026, in Embrun, in the Hautes-Alpes. To celebrate its fifteen years, the festival returns to its origins, leaving the Jardins du Roc to settle by the Plan d'eau d'Embrun, under a large circus-themed big top. This new setting, with two stages, promises a sunny and festive atmosphere while retaining the mixed-culture spirit that defines Trad'in.
Two evenings of contemporary and world music
On Friday, July 3 and Saturday, July 4, two evenings of open-air concerts blend ska, punk, alternative rock, and world music. The program notably brings together Les Hurlements de Léo, Marcel et son Orchestre, Ludwig von 88, La Clique, Los Tres Puntos, Koomsa, les Tanneurs de Drac and F.U.R Cròia Musica, as well as MistralKizz and La Tremoulina.
A Sunday dedicated to children
On Sunday, July 5, the afternoon is entirely dedicated to children: a children's ball, music, singing, and circus workshops, storytelling, and concerts for the little ones, in a fun and festive moment for all ages. Admission is free for children under 12 on Friday and Saturday; Sunday access is included for 2-day pass holders.
Catering and local commitment
Catering and the refreshment stand highlight 100% local products. The festival is organized by the Kaya association, based in Embrun. Tickets are available online on Billetweb.
Programme Trad'in 2026
Friday, July 3, 2026
- Les Tanneurs de Drac
- Los Tres Puntos
- Les Hurlements de Léo
- Koomsa
Saturday, July 4, 2026
- F.U.R Cròia Musica
- Marcel et son Orchestre
- Ludwig von 88
- La Clique
Sunday, July 5, 2026 — children's afternoon
- Children's ball, storytelling and concerts for the little ones
- Music, singing and circus workshops
Also announced in the program: MistralKizz and La Tremoulina.
Highlights Trad'in 2026
- 15th anniversary edition of the festival
- Return to its origins at the Plan d'eau d'Embrun, under a large big top
- Two evenings of contemporary and world music (Friday and Saturday)
- Headliners: Les Hurlements de Léo, Marcel et son Orchestre, Ludwig von 88
- Sunday afternoon entirely dedicated to children
Prices Trad'in 2026
Practical information — Trad'in
Practical Information
Access
For its 2026 edition (15th edition), the festival takes place at the Plan d'eau d'Embrun (05200), Hautes-Alpes, under a large marquee, and no longer at the Jardins du Roc.
By car: Embrun is accessible via the N94 from Gap (40 km) or Briançon (50 km). Follow signs for Plan d'eau d'Embrun. Parking nearby.
By train: Embrun SNCF train station.
Hours
Doors open at 6:30 PM on Friday and Saturday. Evening concerts.
Sunday afternoon entirely dedicated to children (ball, workshops, storytelling, and concerts for the little ones).
Prices
Free for children under 12 on Friday and Saturday. Price for 13-18 year olds: 22 € (on site). Sunday entry: 10 € (free for 2-day pass holders).
Ticketing
Online on Billetweb. Booking also possible via the Pass Culture.
Contact
Association Kaya, 46 Rue Edouard Przybylski, 05200 Embrun.
Phone: 06 72 06 30 76
Email: [email protected]
Website: tradinfestival.com
Eco-responsible commitments
Catering and refreshment stand with 100% local products, waste sorting, soft mobilities encouraged.
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Plan d'eau d'Embrun
Plan d'eau d'Embrun, 05200 Embrun