Festivals not to be missed in Touraine

Every year, the Touraine region welcomes numerous visitors drawn by its rich heritage and countless festivals.

From Tours to Monts, via Yzeures-sur-Creuse, Touraine pulsates with the rhythm of its many cultural events.

Here's a quick overview of the events to add to your calendar.

🎵Aucard de Tours: the urban festival that brings the city to life

June 9-13, 2026

From June 9 to 13, 2026, the banks of the Cher River will host Aucard de Tours, an iconic and eclectic festival.

Organized by local radio station Radio Béton, this event offers a decidedly alternative lineup, ranging from rock and electro to hip-hop and reggae.

For this 2026 edition, the Plaines de la Gloriette will host artists such as Johnny Dread, Antti Paalanen, The Traders, Demetrius, Beach Monsters, Droges, and The New Eves.

📍Access: 33 Route de Savonnière, 37000 Tours. Also accessible by FilBleu tram, stop "L'Heure Tranquille".
💶Prices: from €12

🎸Terres du Son, the biggest festival in Touraine

July 10-12, 2026

In the heart of the Domaine de Candé in Monts, the Terres du Son festival combines music and nature from July 10 to 12, 2026.

This family-friendly and socially conscious event promises an exceptional lineup and dozens of festive moments.

Headliners include Julien Doré, Helena, Kungs, Feu! Chatterton, Offenbach, Superbus, Mosimann, Suzane, Keziah Jones, and Josman.

Numerous activities punctuate the event, such as Rookie Roller Dancing, Candy Love, La Mailloche, and La Charcuterie Musicale. In short, a must-see summer event in Touraine.

📍Access: By bike from Tours (1 hour 15 minutes) or by free shuttle from Tours train station
💶Prices: 1-day pass €49

🔊Yzeures’n'Rock: Three days of rock in the heart of nature

From July 31 to August 2, 2026

From July 31 to August 2, 2026, the village of Yzeures-sur-Creuse hosts Yzeures’n'Rock, a rock festival with a warm and authentic atmosphere.

This year's lineup includes: Gims, BigFlo & Oli, Jean-Louis Aubert, Gaetan Roussel, and Sniper.

📍Access: By bus line G from Tours to Yzeures-sur-Creuse or by car to the swimming area in Yzeures-sur-Creuse
💶Prices: From €43

🎷The Touraine Jazz Festival, the blue note of Montlouis-sur-Loire

September 11-20, 2026

From September 11 to 20, 2026, the Touraine Jazz Festival celebrates its 40th anniversary and closes the season in style on the banks of the Loire River.

For ten days, Montlouis-sur-Loire becomes the capital of jazz with more than 50 open-air concerts.

📍Access: 9 rue Croix Blanche: Espace Ligeria - Magic Mirror
💶Prices: from €20

Also:

• American Tours Festival on May 9 and 10 in Azay-sur-Cher
• La Poule à Facette on May 23 and 34 in Cormery
• Chambray en Mai on May 30
• Chinon en Jazz Festival from June 5 to 7
• Itinéraire Bis on June 19 and 20 in La Riche
• Le Solstice from June 25 to 27 in Beaulieu-Lès-Loches
• Kampagn’ Arts on June 26 and 27 in Saint-Paterne-Racan
• Les Horizons on June 26 and 27 in Saint-Avertin
• Avoine Zone Groove from July 3 to 5 in Avoine
• Oh la Villaines on August 21 and 22 in Villaines-les-Rochers
• Festival de la Watermelon Festival, August 28th and 29th in Manthelan

Where to stay to enjoy the festivals in Touraine?

Located in the heart of Tours, the Hotel L’Artist is the ideal place for your holiday in Touraine.

It allows you to discover Old Tours, its half-timbered houses, and its cobbled streets in just a few minutes.

You can take advantage of our private parking (fees apply).

Choose from our 53 spacious rooms, which offer all the comforts of a 4-star hotel.

A buffet breakfast is served every morning between 6:30 and 10:00 to help you start your day off right.

Finally, if you wish to stay in shape during your stay, take advantage of our free access fitness room.