France is the ultimate destination for epic rock and metal festivals. Dive into these options for your next festival escapade and discover the crème de la crème of European metal and rock ‘n’ roll vibes, with a sprinkle of indie vibes. Welcome to festivals in the ‘style de France’!⚡
Cernunnos Pagan Fest
When: February 17-18th
Where: Noisiel
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WinteRock Fest
When: February 23-24th
Where: Bonneville
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DCR Music Festival
When: February 24-25th
Where: Saintes
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GroFest Metal Festival
When: TBA
Where: Billère
Read more about Grofest Metal Festival
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Nuits Sonores
When: May 7-12th
Where: Lyon
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Papillons de Nuit
When: May 17-19th
Where: Saint-Laurent-de-Cuves
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Le Jardin du Michel
When: May 31st-June 2nd
Where: Toul
Read more about Le Jardin du Michel
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Lions Metal Fest
When: June 1-2nd
Where: Montagny
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BetiZFest
When: June 7-8th
Where: Cambrai
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Hellfest
When: June 27-30th
Where: Clisson
🔥 Usually sold out! Get your tickets early!
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Garorock
When: June 27-30th
Where: Marmande
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Festival Beauregard
When: July 4-7th
Where: Hérouville Saint-Clair
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Plane’R Fest
When: July 5-6th
Where: Colombier-Saugnieu
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Les Vieilles Charrues
When: July 11-14th
Where: Carhaix
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Musilac
When: July 11-14th
Where: Aix-les-Bains
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Motocultor Festival
When: July 11-14th
Where: Carhaix
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Sylak Open Air
When: August 2-4th
Where: Saint-Maurice-de-Gourdans
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Raismes Fest
When: TBA
Where: Raismes
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Mennecy Metal Fest
When: TBA
Where: Mennecy
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Muscadeath
When: TBA
Where: Vallet
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Pyrenean Warriors Open Air
When: September 9th
Where: Torreilles
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Les Trans Musicales
When: TBA
Where: Rennes
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Nantes Metal Fest
When: TBA
Where: Nantes
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Apocalypse Metal Fest
When: TBA
Where: Le Havre
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