1. Lovely Brive Festival: The cream of pop music in the heart of the town
16–19 July 2026
Get ready for a wave of energy (and sisterhood): the Lovely Brive Festival is expecting no fewer than 51,000 festival-goers this year. True to its slogan ‘Much more than just music’, the event has established itself as a family-friendly and socially conscious gathering. What makes it special? A line-up comprising 75 per cent female artists and active support for gender equality through the charities La Maison de Soie and SOS Violences Conjugales. Between concerts, the festival fosters its local roots through charitable initiatives and an exemplary eco-friendly approach.
The 2026 programme, day by day
The 2026 line-up brilliantly blends international icons with hidden gems from the French music scene:
- Thursday 16 July: We kick off the festivities with the magnetic charm of Charlotte Cardin, the evergreen Gaëtan Roussel and the raw energy of Skip The Use.
- Friday 17 July: The highlight of the evening features global superstar Katy Perry, accompanied by the punchy Suzane and rising star Marguerite.
- Saturday 18 July: A dream line-up featuring the iconic Vanessa Paradis, the poetic Ben Mazué, Jérémy Frérot and Stea.
- Sunday 19 July: An explosive finale with the queen Aya Nakamura, the return of Zaho, sets from Yann Muller and the voice of Luiza.
2. The 45th Vézère Festival: Classical music in a natural setting
To celebrate its 45th edition from 7 July to 11 August 2026, the Vézère Festival continues to showcase the heritage of the Corrèze region. Here, there are no giant stages, but rather castles, Romanesque churches and lush green parks that provide the perfect setting for world-renowned artists.
- The atmosphere: Chamber music concerts, opera performances and piano recitals in exceptional venues such as the Château du Saillant.
- Why go? For the natural acoustics and the magic of summer evenings under the stars in the Dordogne Valley.
3. Souillac en Jazz: 50 years of swing!
It’s a historic anniversary: from 17 to 25 July 2026, the Sim Copans Festival will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Located just 30 minutes from Brive, Souillac becomes the European capital of jazz for a week.
- Highlights for 2026: To mark this jubilee, the festival will feature brand-new performances, notably by Émile Parisien and the duo Antonio Lizana & Erik Truffaz with their project “New Sketches of Spain”.
- The setting: Concerts on the Place de l’Abbaye Sainte-Marie offer a unique atmosphere, blending medieval architecture with modern improvisations.
4. Ecaussystème Festival: Music and civic engagement
From 31 July to 2 August 2026 in Gignac (Lot), on the edge of the Corrèze, Ecaussystème is much more than just a music festival. It is an alternative and eco-friendly project that attracts thousands of festival-goers to the Causse every year.
- 2026 line-up: An eclectic programme featuring Gaël Faye, Jean-Louis Aubert, Feu! Chatterton, Fatoumata Diawara and the electro-swing beats of Gramatik.
- The spirit: Between concerts, enjoy the talks, the local market and the infectious energy of the volunteers who bring this extraordinary festival to life.
5. Les Théâtrales de Collonges-la-Rouge
If you prefer the stage to guitars, head to one of the “Most Beautiful Villages in France” every Tuesday evening from 14 July to 18 August 2026. Les Théâtrales de Collonges offers a selection of open-air theatre performances, set against the backdrop of the village’s famous red stones.
Set off for a summer of festivals!
Brive has never been so close. In 2026, Chalair continues to make your travel easier with its regular flights to Brive-Vallée de la Dordogne Airport.
- Save time: Avoid hours on the road and arrive refreshed for the first concert of the evening.
- Comfort: A local service for a stress-free journey to the South-West.
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