Main Concert Evening
Audience gathers on the castle grounds to watch headlining acts, often lit dramatically against the historic backdrop. Expect a lively crowd dance party vibe.
~22:00
Pic'Arts
Jul 12 - 13, 2025Expected
Each year, the Château de Septmonts near Laon hosts the Pic'Arts festival of music and the arts. Contemporary acts perform in a historic rural setting run by volunteers, in a celebration founded in 1998 to bring a lively cultural gathering to the countryside of Picardy.
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About media standardsAudience gathers on the castle grounds to watch headlining acts, often lit dramatically against the historic backdrop. Expect a lively crowd dance party vibe.
~22:00
Laon, France
Open in MapsCamping gear (tents)
Cash for on-site vendors
Standard festival etiquette (respect performers and fellow attendees).
Crowd level: high.
Ticket required.

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Pic'Arts
Laon, France
Each year, the Château de Septmonts near Laon hosts the Pic'Arts festival of music and the arts. Contemporary acts perform in a historic rural setting run by volunteers, in a celebration founded in 1998 to bring a lively cultural gathering to the countryside of Picardy.
Originating in 1998, Pic'Arts was created to bring a lively cultural event to rural Picardie. Held at the medieval Château de Septmonts (near Soissons), the festival combines historical and natural surroundings with contemporary music and arts. Its labellization (formerly under Région Hauts-de-France support) highlights local heritage while promoting modern culture. It reflects the Picard tradition of communal festivals, adap...
Audience gathers on the castle grounds to watch headlining acts, often lit dramatically against the historic backdrop. Expect a lively crowd dance party vibe.
first-timer tips
Camping gear (tents)
Cash for on-site vendors
Standard festival etiquette (respect performers and fellow attendees).
No special restrictions; respectful attire for medieval heritage site recommended
Jul 12 - 13, 2025
Estimated
Laon
Picardie (Hauts-de-France)
Ticket required
Book ahead if required
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome

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