Saturday Night Finale
Open to ticketed attendees; visitors enjoy the main concert outdoors under the night sky. Photographs and videos of the concert are common but attendees should be mindful of others when using flash photography.
~22:00
Straw Festival
Festival de la Paille
Métabief, France
Jul 31 - Aug 2, 2026Expected
Each August, the mountain fields of Métabief fill with music for the Festival de la Paille. Three days of rock, pop, and folk play in the open air at the foot of the Jura, in a celebration founded by local young people in 2000 that takes its name from its rural straw-field home.
Key moments
Day 2 · Aug 1
Where it happens
Place Xavier Authier
Métabief, France
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Plan the timing
Proper camping gear for mountain weather
Read the local rhythm
French language for communication
Respect local boundaries
Respect for environmental rules
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: high.
Tickets
Ticket required: €10 - €45
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Straw Festival
Festival de la Paille
Métabief, France
Each August, the mountain fields of Métabief fill with music for the Festival de la Paille. Three days of rock, pop, and folk play in the open air at the foot of the Jura, in a celebration founded by local young people in 2000 that takes its name from its rural straw-field home.
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Jul 31 - Aug 2, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
Originally named for its rural straw field setting, the festival reflects Haut-Doubs culture by combining mountain scenery with contemporary music. It is run by a volunteer collective and often features local and national artists. By bringing 20,000+ attendees to the remote region (25,000 in 2019 ), it highlights the area’s capacity for large community events and boost to local pride and economy.
Key moments to know
Day 2Aug 1~22:00Expected
Saturday Night Finale
Open to ticketed attendees; visitors enjoy the main concert outdoors under the night sky. Photographs and videos of the concert are common but attendees should be mindful of others when using flash photography.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Proper camping gear for mountain weather
Read the local rhythm
French language for communication
Respect local boundaries
Respect for environmental rules
Essentials at a glance
Date window
Jul 31 - Aug 2, 2026
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City / Area
Métabief
Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Cost
€10 - €45
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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