Festival des Filets Bleus, Concarneau: dates, programme, tickets and practical information

The Festival des Filets Bleus in Concarneau: music, dance, costumes and a popular celebration on the quays. The 2026 edition is over; the 2027 dates are still to come.

Suggested time: Half a day to 5 days
Type of place: Breton culture festival and celebration
Atmosphere: Festive, cultural and immersive, with an identity strongly linked to the place and the line-up
Getting there: Central Concarneau around the port and the Ville Close; use the outer car parks and shuttles when it is busy.

Who this place suits

With family: 9/10
As a couple: 8/10
With friends: 8/10
Solo: 9/10
With a dog: 6/10
Reduced mobility: 8/10

These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.

About

Founded in 1905 to support fishermen’s families, the Festival des Filets Bleus has become one of the oldest big popular events in Brittany. For several days, the quays host free concerts, dance, bagadoù pipe bands, Breton dance circles, crafts and a Village de la Mer; the Sunday Grand Parade is the high point. Dates, prices, programme, access and rules change every year. The 104th edition took place from 12 to 16 August 2026.

What you will see

A festival founded in 1905
104th edition in 2026
Free concerts on the Quai Carnot
The traditional Grand Parade
Village de la Mer
An identity strongly linked to Concarneau.

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A line-up centred on music, dance, costume and popular celebration on the quays.
Big crowds possible: plan transport, accommodation and bookings ahead.

Practical information

Address: The quays and centre of Concarneau, at the foot of the Ville Close
Public transport: Central Concarneau around the port and the Ville Close; use the outer car parks and shuttles when it is busy
Pets: Possible on a lead in some public spaces, but not recommended in big crowds and parades
Accessibility: The quays are generally accessible; big crowds and cobbles can make moving around harder
Best time: Arrive early for the big moments and leave time for security checks, shuttles and moving between stages

Tips on the spot

The 104th edition took place from 12 to 16 August 2026; the 2027 dates are still to come.
Tickets: Free concerts on the Quai Carnot; some events such as the Grand Parade may have their own ticketing.
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 the Festival des Filets Bleus?

The 2026 edition took place from 12 to 16 August 2026. The 2027 dates are still to come.

Where does the Festival des Filets Bleus take place?

The quays and centre of Concarneau, at the foot of the Ville Close.

Is the festival free?

The Quai Carnot concerts are free; some events, such as the Grand Parade, may have their own ticketing.

What style of festival is it?

Music, dance, costume and popular celebration on the quays.

How much time should I allow?

Half a day to 5 days, depending on your plans.

How do I get there?

Central Concarneau around the port and the Ville Close; use the outer car parks and shuttles when it is busy.

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Photograph: Agence Rol (1912) · Domaine public · Wikimedia Commons