Breton culture
Festivals in Southern Brittany: a cultural and festive immersion
Must-see music festivals
The Cornouaille Festival in Quimper:
between tradition and modernity
Since 1923, the Cornouaille Festival has been celebrating Breton culture past and present with a week of music, dance and tradition.
In the heart of Quimper’s historic center, enjoy concerts, costume parades, fest-noz and craft markets every summer.
A not-to-be-missed event during a summer camping holiday in Bénodet, highlighting the richness of Brittany’s heritage in a festive, friendly atmosphere!
The Lorient Interceltic Festival:
an international event
Another world-renowned festival, the Lorient Interceltic Festival has been thrilling Morbihan since 1971.
Live to the rhythm of the bagads and the sound of the bagpipes during 10 days of festivities!
Every summer, the festival brings together Celtic artists from all over the world for performances of music, dance and culture. Discover concerts, parades and fest-noz that highlight the unity and diversity of Celtic cultures and traditions.
Music shows!
Folklore shows
Celebrating Breton
heritage and culture
The embroiderers’ festival in Pont-l’Abbé:
a tribute to local craftsmanship
A must for discovering Breton traditions in an original and convivial way, the festival des Brodeuses de Pont-l’Abbé takes place every summer in July.
Born in 1954, the event, originally called the “Fête des Brodeuses”, celebrates Breton craftsmanship in a spirit that blends tradition and modernity.
One of France’s oldest folk traditions, the Festival des Brodeuses features parades in traditional costumes, an embroidery competition, a fest-noz and folk shows.
Film and visual arts festivals
Douarnenez film festival:
cinema and world cultures
Do you like cinema? Every year in September, the Douarnenez Film Festival reveals works of committed cinema.
Discover a rich selection of documentary and fiction films on social and cultural themes.
This not-to-be-missed cultural event features screenings, debates and meetings with directors who celebrate cinema as a tool for reflection and discovery.
Art exhibitions!