Festival
Art Rock Festival
Saint-Brieuc · Côtes-d’Armor
Art Rock in Saint-Brieuc: music, dance, visual arts, street shows and food in the town centre. 44th edition: 14, 15 and 16 May 2027.
- Suggested time
- One evening to 3 days
- Type of place
- Cross-disciplinary pop and arts festival
- Atmosphere
- Festive, cultural and immersive, with an identity strongly linked to the place and the line-up
- Getting there
- Saint-Brieuc town centre; the station is within walking distance, with extra TUB buses and night shuttles during the festival.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 7/10
- As a couple
- 8/10
- With friends
- 8/10
- Solo
- 9/10
- With a dog
- 2/10
- Reduced mobility
- 8/10
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About
Art Rock is Saint-Brieuc’s iconic urban festival. Since the 1980s, it has championed a cross-disciplinary line-up where music, stage, visual arts and food sit side by side. For three days and three nights, the town centre becomes a vast art trail mixing paid stages, installations, street shows and free events. Dates, prices, programme, access and rules change every year. Art Rock took place on 22, 23 and 24 May 2026, with 81,000 participants announced. The 44th edition will be held on 14, 15 and 16 May 2027 in Saint-Brieuc.
What you will see
- An urban festival in the heart of Saint-Brieuc
- A cross-disciplinary line-up
- 81,000 participants announced in 2026
- Free night shuttles in 2026
- Many free events
- An identity strongly linked to Saint-Brieuc.
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- A line-up centred on music, dance, visual arts, street shows and food.
- Big crowds possible: plan transport, accommodation and bookings ahead.
Practical information
- Address
- Saint-Brieuc town centre, several stages and cultural venues
- Public transport
- Saint-Brieuc town centre; the station is within walking distance, with extra TUB buses and night shuttles during the festival
- Pets
- Pets not allowed in venues and concert areas; take care in very busy areas
- Accessibility
- Mobitub services and facilities for disabled visitors announced; accessibility varies with the stage
- Best time
- Arrive early for the big moments and leave time for security checks, shuttles and moving between stages
Tips on the spot
- 44th edition: 14, 15 and 16 May 2027.
- Tickets: Passes and paid tickets, plus several free events around town; prices depend on the package.
- Check the official website just before you travel: times, bag checks, banned items and traffic plans can change.
- For a big festival, book accommodation and transport well in advance.
- Bring comfortable shoes, clothes for the weather, ear protection for loud concerts and a power bank.
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- If a cashless system is used, create and top up your account before you arrive.
- With children or teenagers, check the age and supervision rules and the recommended ear protection.
Frequently asked questions
When is Art Rock?
14, 15 and 16 May 2027.
Where does Art Rock take place?
Saint-Brieuc town centre, several stages and cultural venues.
Is the festival free?
Partly: there are passes and paid tickets, but also several free events around town; prices depend on the package.
What style of festival is it?
Music, dance, visual arts, street shows and food.
How much time should I allow?
One evening to 3 days, depending on your plans.
How do I get there?
Saint-Brieuc town centre; the station is within walking distance, with extra TUB buses and night shuttles during the festival.
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