Finale concert at Le Triangle
Concert open to all ages; visitors enjoy a mix of genres and festival ambiance.
~22:00
The Three Elephants Festival
Festival Les 3 Éléphants
Laval, France
May 13 - 17, 2026Expected
Each May, the city of Laval fills dozens of venues with the Les 3 Éléphants festival of music and street arts. Contemporary acts and performers, local and international, spread across the city, in an eclectic celebration launched in 1998 that ties Laval to the wider world of culture.
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Day 5 · May 17
Where it happens
Place de la Trémoille
Laval, France
Open in MapsHow to show up well
Dress for the setting
Comfortable walking shoes for multiple venues
Read the local rhythm
Basic knowledge of French or festival app
Keep the visit respectful
Be mindful of performers and spectators; no blocking street routes.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: moderate.
Tickets
Free events are available.
REGIONAL COMMUNITY & FOLK LIFE
The Three Elephants Festival
Festival Les 3 Éléphants
Laval, France
Each May, the city of Laval fills dozens of venues with the Les 3 Éléphants festival of music and street arts. Contemporary acts and performers, local and international, spread across the city, in an eclectic celebration launched in 1998 that ties Laval to the wider world of culture.
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May 13 - 17, 2026Expected dates
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The story behind it
Les 3 Éléphants connects Laval with broader contemporary culture while retaining a local flavor: a portion of the program is dedicated to local artists and volunteers. It has become a hallmark event reflecting the region’s openness to avant-garde street theatre and music, and it turns the city into a live artistic neighborhood for a week.
Key moments to know
Day 5May 17~22:00Expected
Finale concert at Le Triangle
Concert open to all ages; visitors enjoy a mix of genres and festival ambiance.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Dress for the setting
Comfortable walking shoes for multiple venues
Read the local rhythm
Basic knowledge of French or festival app
Keep the visit respectful
Be mindful of performers and spectators; no blocking street routes.
Respect local boundaries
No special restrictions; visitors should respect performance spaces and volunteer efforts.
Essentials at a glance
Date window
May 13 - 17, 2026
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City / Area
Laval
Mayenne
Cost
Free public events available
Good for
Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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