The Festival Interceltique de Lorient is a vibrant annual celebration of Celtic culture, held every August in Lorient, Brittany, France. Bringing together artists and performers from Celtic nations like Brittany, Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall, Galicia, and Asturias, the festival features traditional music, dance, parades, and storytelling. With over 4,500 performers and attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors, it’s one of the world’s largest Celtic festivals. Highlights include bagpipe competitions, folk concerts, sea shanties, and artisanal markets, creating a lively, multicultural atmosphere that celebrates the shared heritage of the Celtic world.
Start with a quick trip form. Weekend in Lorient or a Brittany route—we’ll plan the Grande Parade des Nations Celtes, bagadoù & fest-noz, headline stages & venues, and a walkable stay near the fishing port/centre-ville.
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DATES & TIMES
• Festival dates (2026): 31 July – 9 August 2026 (55th edition). Official announcement · Ville de Lorient.
• Program rhythm: 10 days of concerts, parades, fest-noz and exhibitions across city venues; detailed day-by-day times publish on the program pages. About & venues.
LOCATION
• Where: City center of Lorient (Morbihan) — key sites include Parc Jules-Ferry, Allée Interceltique, Quai de Rohan, and the Stade du Moustoir (major evening shows). See venues · Open in Google Maps (Parc Jules-Ferry).
TICKETS & ENTRY
• Ticketing: Many concerts and the big evening shows require tickets; village areas/markets and some daytime happenings are free. How to book · Official site.
GOOD TO KNOW
• Honoured Nation 2026: Cornwall is the featured Celtic nation. Read more.
• Grand Parade: The Grande Parade des Nations Celtes draws crowds on the festival’s first Sunday morning — arrive early for vantage points. Parade overview.
• Night show: The stadium Grand Spectacle / Nuit Interceltique is the signature evening event (book ahead). Event info.
• Getting there: Lorient is served by TGV/TER and regional buses; city publishes access & ticket-office locations during the festival. Visitor info · Ticket offices.
Tell us your dates, who’s coming, and what else you’d like to see. We’ll suggest a Brittany route that includes the Festival Interceltique de Lorient at the right moment, with realistic travel days and comfortable home bases.
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