Vive la Magie International Festival – Vannes
A world-class magic spectacular in Vannes
2026
About Vive la Magie International Festival – Vannes
Every year, the Vive la Magie International Magic Festival stops at the Palais des Arts et des Congrès in Vannes for a grand family show featuring contemporary magic. Founded in 2008, the festival brings together artists from across the globe to perform mentalism, illusion, and sleight-of-hand acts, alongside introductory workshops for children and teenagers.
Vive la Magie International Festival – Vannes — edition 2026
The 2026 edition arrives on October 23rd and 24th at the Palais des Arts et des Congrès in Vannes, featuring the grand show "Prodiges" as the main event. Alongside it, a one-man show, performances for younger audiences, and magic workshops at La Cale make for a weekend designed for all generations, brought to life by artists such as François Normag, Mervil, and Benoît Rosemont.
Highlights Vive la Magie International Festival – Vannes 2026
- "Prodiges" grand show, Saturday, October 24, with two performances at the Palais des Arts et des Congrès
- One-Man-Show on Friday evening
- Magic workshops for children and teens/adults at La Cale
- Announced artists: François Normag, Maxime Minerbe (quick-change), Mervil (2023 French Magic Champion), and Benoît Rosemont (mentalist)
Programme Vive la Magie International Festival – Vannes 2026
Friday, October 23, 2026
- 2:30 PM — Show for young audiences · Palais des Arts et des Congrès
- 5:30 PM — Children's magic workshop · La Cale
- 8:30 PM — One-Man-Show · Palais des Arts et des Congrès
Saturday, October 24, 2026
- 10:00 AM — Teen/Adult magic workshop · La Cale
- 11:00 AM — Show for young audiences · Palais des Arts et des Congrès
- 1:30 PM — Children's magic workshop · La Cale
- 4:00 PM — "Prodiges" grand show · Palais des Arts et des Congrès
- 8:00 PM — "Prodiges" grand show · Palais des Arts et des Congrès
Program published by the organizer at vivelamagie.com/Vannes_2026; featured artists include François Normag, Maxime Minerbe, Mervil, Benoît Rosemont, Aurore, and Pierre Spiry.
Practical information — Vive la Magie International Festival – Vannes
Practical information
The festival takes place at the Palais des Arts et des Congrès, located at Place de Bretagne in the heart of Vannes (56000). Workshops are held at the nearby Cale building.
For tickets and the full program, please visit the official website at vivelamagie.com.
A regular stop on the national tour
Since its inception in 2008, the Vive la Magie International Magic Festival has toured dozens of French cities each season, with lineups that vary from one location to the next. Vannes has hosted the event for several years at the Palais des Arts et des Congrès on Place de Bretagne; for instance, the local box office recorded its 16th edition in 2024 and its 17th in 2025.
Shows and workshops
The format consists of a 1-hour and 45-minute grand show with no intermission, featuring artists specializing in mentalism, illusion, and manipulation, suitable for ages 5 and up. Shorter sessions are designed for younger audiences, and workshops are available for children and teens to learn magic techniques from professionals.
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