The Erdre 2026 Meetings in Nantes
From August 24 to 30, 2026, Les Rendez-vous de l’Erdre will once again bring Nantes and the towns along the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal to life.
Since 1987, this free and iconic late-summer festival has combined two perfectly complementary worlds: jazz and classic boating.
For a week, open-air concerts, a friendly atmosphere, and parades of vintage boats enliven the quays in a unique setting.
With nearly 120 concerts spread across 15 towns in Loire-Atlantique, the event remains one of the largest free jazz festivals in France!
At the beginning of the week, the festival will take place along the Nantes-Brest Canal, in a natural environment conducive to musical discoveries and encounters with artists.
Several towns also host boats from the flotilla that will then join the Erdre River for the big Nantes weekend.
From Thursday to Sunday, concerts will abound, punctuated by the historic boats and various musical stopovers:
In Nantes, the heart of the festival beats from Friday to Sunday with several stages set up along the quays.
The program blends contemporary jazz, swing, blues, original compositions, and concerts for young audiences.
As every year, the festival will bring together some of the biggest names in French and international jazz, as well as many emerging artists.
The Rendez-vous de l’Erdre will charm you with its musical diversity and welcoming atmosphere.
An opportunity for jazz lovers, curious onlookers, and casual strollers to gather in a relaxed atmosphere by the water.
Off-site concerts and an "Off" program in several Nantes cafes and cultural venues will allow you to extend your experience throughout the city.
The festival's other major feature is its impressive flotilla of vintage boats.
Along the Erdre River, spectators can admire historic vessels sailing between the various participating towns. A veritable floating open-air museum, this nautical gathering is now one of the largest in France.
On weekends, the boats return to Nantes to offer a unique spectacle in the heart of the city.
📅 Dates: August 24-30, 2026
📍 Locations: Nantes and 14 towns along the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal
💶 Price: Free festival
By staying at our hotel in Nantes, you'll fully enjoy the Rendez-vous de l’Erdre festival.
Located on the outskirts of the city, the Hotel Atlantys*** allows you to quickly reach the city center via the ring road or tram.
Settle comfortably into one of our 50 air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms, then take advantage of our free secure parking and electric vehicle charging stations.
Every morning, a buffet breakfast awaits you to kickstart your festival day!
Since 1987, this free and iconic late-summer festival has combined two perfectly complementary worlds: jazz and classic boating.
For a week, open-air concerts, a friendly atmosphere, and parades of vintage boats enliven the quays in a unique setting.
With nearly 120 concerts spread across 15 towns in Loire-Atlantique, the event remains one of the largest free jazz festivals in France!
🎷 A jazz festival on the water
At the beginning of the week, the festival will take place along the Nantes-Brest Canal, in a natural environment conducive to musical discoveries and encounters with artists.
Several towns also host boats from the flotilla that will then join the Erdre River for the big Nantes weekend.
From Thursday to Sunday, concerts will abound, punctuated by the historic boats and various musical stopovers:
- Gypsy jazz in Nort-sur-Erdre
- Blues in Sucé-sur-Erdre
- World jazz in La Chapelle-sur-Erdre
- Vocal jazz in Carquefou
In Nantes, the heart of the festival beats from Friday to Sunday with several stages set up along the quays.
The program blends contemporary jazz, swing, blues, original compositions, and concerts for young audiences.
🎵 An ever-eclectic program
As every year, the festival will bring together some of the biggest names in French and international jazz, as well as many emerging artists.
The Rendez-vous de l’Erdre will charm you with its musical diversity and welcoming atmosphere.
An opportunity for jazz lovers, curious onlookers, and casual strollers to gather in a relaxed atmosphere by the water.
Off-site concerts and an "Off" program in several Nantes cafes and cultural venues will allow you to extend your experience throughout the city.
🛥️ The meeting of jazz and classic boating
The festival's other major feature is its impressive flotilla of vintage boats.
Along the Erdre River, spectators can admire historic vessels sailing between the various participating towns. A veritable floating open-air museum, this nautical gathering is now one of the largest in France.
On weekends, the boats return to Nantes to offer a unique spectacle in the heart of the city.
Practical Information
📅 Dates: August 24-30, 2026
📍 Locations: Nantes and 14 towns along the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal
💶 Price: Free festival
🏨 Plan your stay in Nantes
By staying at our hotel in Nantes, you'll fully enjoy the Rendez-vous de l’Erdre festival.
Located on the outskirts of the city, the Hotel Atlantys*** allows you to quickly reach the city center via the ring road or tram.
Settle comfortably into one of our 50 air-conditioned and soundproofed rooms, then take advantage of our free secure parking and electric vehicle charging stations.
Every morning, a buffet breakfast awaits you to kickstart your festival day!
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