Festival
La Folle Journée de Nantes
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique
La Folle Journée de Nantes: classical music in short, affordable concerts with great performers. 33rd edition: from 27 to 31 January 2027.
- Suggested time
- One concert to 5 days
- Type of place
- Classical music festival
- Atmosphere
- Festive, cultural and immersive, with an identity strongly linked to the place and the line-up
- Getting there
- La Cité des Congrès, 5 rue de Valmy, Nantes; tram line 1 and the TGV station nearby.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 7/10
- As a couple
- 8/10
- With friends
- 10/10
- Solo
- 9/10
- With a dog
- 2/10
- 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
Created in Nantes in the 1990s, La Folle Journée changed the way classical music is presented by packing hundreds of short, affordable concerts into a few days. The Cité des Congrès works like a musical beehive, with concerts from morning to night. The 2026 theme, “Rivers”, linked repertoires and musical cultures from around the world. The 2026 edition is over. The 32nd edition was held from 28 January to 1 February 2026 and issued about 132,000 tickets for 300 concerts. The 33rd edition will take place from 27 to 31 January 2027 in Nantes.
What you will see
- 300 concerts in 2026
- About 132,000 tickets issued
- 2026 theme: Rivers
- Many short concerts
- Prices from 0 to 39 € in 2026
- An identity strongly linked to Nantes.
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- A line-up centred on classical music in short concerts, a packed line-up, great performers and accessible discovery.
- Big crowds possible: plan transport, accommodation and bookings ahead.
Practical information
- Address
- La Cité des Congrès de Nantes and partner venues
- Public transport
- La Cité des Congrès, 5 rue de Valmy, Nantes; tram line 1 and the TGV station nearby
- Pets
- Animals not allowed in the halls, except guide and assistance dogs
- Accessibility
- La Cité des Congrès is equipped to welcome people with reduced mobility
- Best time
- Arrive early for the big moments and leave time for security checks, shuttles and moving between stages
Tips on the spot
- 2027 dates: from 27 to 31 January 2027.
- The 32nd edition was held from 28 January to 1 February 2026 and issued about 132,000 tickets for 300 concerts.
- Tickets: in 2026, concerts cost from 0 to 39 € depending on the programme; a reduced rate of 50 % of the full price for several eligible groups.
- 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.
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- Bring comfortable shoes, clothes for the weather, ear protection for loud concerts and a power bank.
- 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 La Folle Journée de Nantes?
From 27 to 31 January 2027.
Where does La Folle Journée de Nantes take place?
La Cité des Congrès de Nantes and partner venues.
Is the festival free?
In 2026, concerts cost from 0 to 39 € depending on the programme, with a reduced rate of 50 % of the full price for several eligible groups.
What style of festival is it?
Classical music in short concerts, a packed line-up, great performers and accessible discovery.
How much time should I allow?
One concert to 5 days, depending on your plans.
How do I get there?
La Cité des Congrès, 5 rue de Valmy, Nantes; tram line 1 and the TGV station nearby.
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