100% French-speaking metal and alternative rock musical eruption
Volcanic Fest is a 100% French-speaking metal and alternative rock festival held every summer in Andrézieux-Bouthéon, in the Loire region. Created in 2026 by the association Teamduc's Production, this human-sized event brings together over 30 bands on a single stage, highlighting emerging artists during the day and confirmed headliners in the evening. With its artisan village, local food stalls, conferences hosted by the Fédération des Musiques Métalliques, and its solidarity commitment, Volcanic Fest aims to be a true musical and human village at the foot of the Auvergne volcanoes.
Volcanic Fest was born from the vision of a musician and a team of experienced festival-goers, driven by the association Teamduc's Production. Artistically directed by Le Mago, singer of the band Magoyond, and managed by Samaël as festival director, this project embodies a "musical and human eruption" dedicated to the emerging rock and metal scene. The choice of Andrézieux-Bouthéon, near Saint-Étienne and in the heart of the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, anchors the festival in a territory rich in volcanic and industrial history.
Volcanic Fest takes the bold gamble of an entirely French-speaking lineup, bringing together over 30 bands from all over France and Europe on a single stage. The day highlights emerging bands, while the evenings feature confirmed headliners. The musical selection, eclectic and carefully curated, covers a wide spectrum from classic heavy to progressive metal, including pagan folk, alternative rock, and more experimental sounds. Among the headliners of the first edition: Klone, Black Bomb A, Eihwar, Magoyond, Naheulband, Silver Dust, and Emerald Moon.
With a deliberately limited capacity of between 750 and 1,200 people, Volcanic Fest fosters proximity between artists and the audience. The site hosts an artisan village from the metal and alternative universe, featuring about forty exhibitors: tattoo artists, piercers, creators, and other partner festivals. Food and drink, prepared on-site using local and regional products, prioritize short supply chains. Game stands, friendly challenges between festival-goers, and shaded relaxation areas complete the offering to create a friendly and warm atmosphere.
Volcanic Fest upholds strong values of solidarity and sharing. Sunday is dedicated to local associations, notably Une Rose Un Espoir and the Ligue contre le Cancer, which support children facing illness or disability. Conferences hosted by the Fédération des Musiques Métalliques enrich the program by exploring metal culture, its values, and its players in France. The festival is part of a cultural and territorial dynamic driven by Teamduc's Production, with a commitment to innovation, responsibility, and the promotion of local initiatives.
1st edition of Volcanic Fest in Andrézieux-Bouthéon. Three days of 100% French-speaking metal and alternative rock with over 30 bands on a single stage at C.A.B.L., including Klone, Black Bomb A, Eihwar, Magoyond, Naheulband, Silver Dust, Dropdead Chaos, LocoMuerte, Emerald Moon, Hrafngrímr, Eight Sins, and Heavylution. Artisan village, local food, and solidarity Sunday.
The 1st edition of Volcanic Fest will take place from July 24 to 26, 2026 at the C.A.B.L. – Complexe d'Animation des Bords de Loire in Andrézieux-Bouthéon. Over 30 bands will perform on a single stage for three days of metal and alternative rock musical eruption.
The lineup features confirmed acts from the French and European scene. Klone, a French reference in progressive and art-rock, will deliver one of the festival's major sets. Black Bomb A, veterans of French crossover metal and hardcore, will bring their raw energy. Eihwar, a revelation in neo-Viking pagan folk, Naheulband, a humorous metal band from the world of Donjon de Naheulbeuk, and Dropdead Chaos will complete the top billing.
True to its mission to showcase the emerging scene, the festival will feature rising bands during the day: Magoyond (epic power metal), Silver Dust (Swiss theatrical gothic metal band), LocoMuerte, Eight Sins, Hrafngrímr, Heavylution, FTS, Death Decline, Faith In Agony, Sevi, Perseide, Bangalore Choir, and Sangdragon. The discovery continues with Emerald Moon, Barth Sky, Charcoal, Amon Sethis, Bards Of Backwater, Crystal Throne, eOn, JJAX, Mess Out, Naraka, Oozer Pit, Smyu, Stone Horns, Waking The Sleeping Bear, and Wedingoth.
The weekend will be enriched by an artisan village featuring about forty exhibitors from the metal and alternative universe (tattooing, piercing, artisanal creations), conferences organized by the Fédération des Musiques Métalliques, local catering cooked on-site, game stands, and challenges between festival-goers. The solidarity Sunday will be dedicated to the associations Une Rose Un Espoir and Ligue contre le Cancer.
Over 30 bands on a single stage, with emerging artists during the day and headliners in the evening.
Volcanic Fest takes place at the C.A.B.L. – Complexe d'Animation des Bords de Loire, Rue des Garennes, 42160 Andrézieux-Bouthéon (Loire), outdoors.
A camping area is reserved for holders of a weekend pass. Adapted vehicles are accepted in a dedicated area.
Online ticketing at Weezevent.
The festival supports the associations Une Rose Un Espoir and the Ligue contre le Cancer. Sunday is dedicated to solidarity actions.
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C.A.B.L. – Complexe d'Animation des Bords de Loire
Rue des Garennes, 42160 Andrézieux-Bouthéon