Festival
Les Tombées de la Nuit
Rennes · Ille-et-Vilaine
Les Tombées de la Nuit in Rennes Métropole: street arts, circus, theatre, dance, music, performance and site-specific work. The 2027 dates have not yet been announced.
- Suggested time
- One show to 12 days
- Type of place
- Street arts and new work festival
- Atmosphere
- Festive, cultural and immersive, with an identity strongly linked to the place and the line-up
- Getting there
- Rennes Métropole; metro, STAR buses, bike and walking; several events take place outside the city centre.
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
Les Tombées de la Nuit is a historic Rennes festival devoted to art in public spaces. The project has grown into a year-round season and events across the metropolitan area. The 2026 festival mixed indoor shows, roaming performances, circus, dance and concerts in Rennes and towns such as Pacé, Le Rheu, Chartres-de-Bretagne and Laillé. Dates, prices, programme, access and rules change every year. The 2026 festival ran from 24 June to 5 July 2026, alongside a wider cultural season all year round.
What you will see
- Street arts and site-specific work
- Rennes and its metropolitan area
- Many free events
- Circus, theatre, dance and music
- A festival complemented by a year-round season
- An identity strongly linked to Rennes.
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- A line-up centred on street arts, circus, theatre, dance, music, performance and site-specific work.
- Big crowds possible: plan transport, accommodation and bookings ahead.
Practical information
- Address
- Rennes and several towns in Rennes Métropole
- Public transport
- Rennes Métropole; metro, STAR buses, bike and walking; several events take place outside the city centre
- Pets
- Rules vary with the show and the venue; avoid very crowded events with an animal
- Accessibility
- Each show listing gives its accessibility conditions; several events are explicitly wheelchair accessible
- Best time
- Arrive early for the big moments and leave time for security checks, shuttles and moving between stages
Tips on the spot
- The 2026 festival ran from 24 June to 5 July 2026; the 2027 dates have not yet been announced.
- Tickets: A mixed programme: many free events in public spaces and paid shows depending on the venue.
- 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 Les Tombées de la Nuit?
The 2026 festival ran from 24 June to 5 July 2026. The 2027 dates have not yet been announced.
Where does Les Tombées de la Nuit take place?
Rennes and several towns in Rennes Métropole.
Is the festival free?
A mixed programme: many free events in public spaces and paid shows depending on the venue.
What style of festival is it?
Street arts, circus, theatre, dance, music, performance and site-specific work.
How much time should I allow?
One show to 12 days, depending on your plans.
How do I get there?
Rennes Métropole; metro, STAR buses, bike and walking; several events take place outside the city centre.
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