Festival
SPOT
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique
SPOT in Nantes: young Nantes talent, urban cultures, dance, music, visual arts, circus, workshops and community projects. 2027 dates not yet announced.
- Suggested time
- A few hours to 3 days
- Type of place
- Festival of new talent and urban cultures
- Atmosphere
- Festive, cultural and immersive, with a strong identity tied to the place and the programme
- Getting there
- Cours Saint-Pierre, central Nantes; tram lines 1 and 2 nearby, many buses and bike parks.
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
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About
SPOT is a Nantes city festival devoted to new talent and to projects led by young people. It offers a space for artists, collectives and local initiatives. Cours Saint-Pierre hosts much of the programme, with concerts, performances, exhibitions, workshops and participatory spaces. Free entry makes it easy to drop in. The 15th edition took place from 4 to 6 June 2026.
What you will see
- 15th edition in 2026
- An entirely free festival
- Cours Saint-Pierre as the main site
- A showcase for young Nantes talent
- Concerts, dance, circus and workshops
- An identity closely tied to Nantes.
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- A programme centred on young Nantes talent, urban cultures, dance, music, visual arts, circus, workshops and community projects.
- An organisation and atmosphere that are an integral part of the experience.
- An event to build into a stay in the area if it suits your tastes.
- It can be very busy: plan transport, accommodation and bookings ahead.
Practical information
- Address
- Cours Saint-Pierre and various venues in Nantes.
- Public transport
- Cours Saint-Pierre, central Nantes; tram lines 1 and 2 nearby, many buses and bike parks.
- Pets
- Dogs on a lead may be allowed in some public spaces but are not advised when it is very busy; rules vary between workshops.
- Accessibility
- Cours Saint-Pierre and the urban spaces are generally accessible; check the other venues.
- Best time
- Arrive early for the main highlights and allow time for security checks, shuttles and moving between stages.
Tips on the spot
- The 2027 dates have not yet been announced by the festival: keep an eye on its official website.
- 2026 dates: 4 to 6 June 2026.
- The 2026 edition is over. The 15th edition took place from 4 to 6 June 2026.
- Tickets: free entry.
- Getting there: Cours Saint-Pierre, central Nantes; tram lines 1 and 2 nearby, many buses and bike parks.
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- Suggested time: a few hours to 3 days.
- Accessibility: Cours Saint-Pierre and the urban spaces are generally accessible; check the other venues.
- Animals: dogs on a lead may be allowed in some public spaces but are not advised when it is very busy; rules vary between workshops.
- Check the official website just before you go: times, bag checks, banned items and traffic plans can change.
- For a big music festival, book accommodation and transport well in advance.
- Bring comfortable shoes, clothes suited to the weather, ear protection for loud concerts and a power bank.
- If a cashless system is used, create and top up the account before you arrive.
- With children or teenagers, check the rules on age and supervision, and the recommended ear protection.
Frequently asked questions
When is SPOT?
It took place from 4 to 6 June 2026; the 2027 dates have not yet been announced.
Where does SPOT take place?
Cours Saint-Pierre and various venues in Nantes.
Is the festival free?
Free entry.
What kind of festival is it?
Young Nantes talent, urban cultures, dance, music, visual arts, circus, workshops and community projects.
How much time should I allow?
Allow a few hours to 3 days, depending on your plans.
How do you get there?
Cours Saint-Pierre, central Nantes; tram lines 1 and 2 nearby, many buses and bike parks.
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