Closing Fest-Noz à Liberté
Thousands of locals and visitors dance all night to live Breton bands. The hall is transformed into a huge bal folk, with dances like an-dro and hanter-dro under disco lights.
Around 18:00
Yaouank Festival
Festival Yaouank
Rennes, France
Oct 4 - 17, 2026Expected
Each autumn, the city of Rennes celebrates Breton music and dance with the Yaouank festival. Established and emerging Celtic musicians play concerts and great festoù-noz, building to a massive closing fest-noz, in a celebration whose name means 'young' and embodies the revival of Breton culture.
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Where it happens
Liberté concert hall
Rennes, France
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Plan the timing
Learn basic Breton dance steps (optional)
Read the local rhythm
Purchase tickets well in advance
Keep the visit respectful
Newcomers should follow lead in dances; festival is open and friendly.
Practical notes
Crowds & timing
Crowd level: very high.
Tickets
Ticket required: €13.5 - €29
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Yaouank Festival
Festival Yaouank
Rennes, France
Each autumn, the city of Rennes celebrates Breton music and dance with the Yaouank festival. Established and emerging Celtic musicians play concerts and great festoù-noz, building to a massive closing fest-noz, in a celebration whose name means 'young' and embodies the revival of Breton culture.
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The story behind it
Founded in 1999 by Rennes cultural associations, Yaouank embodies athletic youth and cultural revival in Brittany. It blends tradition with contemporary creativity, mirroring Rennes’ identity as a university city which embraces Breton roots. It was created to energize Breton folk among the young generation, hence the name Yaouank meaning "young". The festival is typically organized by Skeudenn Bro Roazhon with local dance and...
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Around 18:00Approximate
Closing Fest-Noz à Liberté
Thousands of locals and visitors dance all night to live Breton bands. The hall is transformed into a huge bal folk, with dances like an-dro and hanter-dro under disco lights.
How to show up well
first-timer tips
Plan the timing
Learn basic Breton dance steps (optional)
Read the local rhythm
Purchase tickets well in advance
Keep the visit respectful
Newcomers should follow lead in dances; festival is open and friendly.
Respect local boundaries
Respect dancing space; Fest-Noz has relaxed and joyous etiquette, but beginners should follow cues.
Essentials at a glance
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Oct 4 - 17, 2026
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City / Area
Rennes
Breizh (Rennes)
Cost
€13.5 - €29
Book ahead if required
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Families welcome
Very High visitor welcome
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