Events and festivities in Nantes this summer
Between historical heritage and cultural excitement, Nantes stands out as a must-see summer destination.
Every summer, the city transforms into a veritable open-air theater. Whether you're passing through or on vacation, get ready for an emotional summer in 2025.
From June 28 to August 31, 2025, Le Voyage à Nantes is a cultural itinerary through the city. It's an opportunity to admire numerous art installations, exhibitions, and contemporary works in the open air.
This 2025 edition, dedicated to "Strangeness," invites young and old alike to (re)discover Nantes through art and imagination.
You can explore iconic sites, from the Château des ducs de Bretagne to the Île de Nantes, via the historic center.
To celebrate the Bastille Day holiday, the traditional July 14th fireworks display will light up the sky above Nantes.
Launched from the Anne de Bretagne Bridge, it offers breathtaking views from the banks of the Loire every year.
Music, family entertainment, and a festive atmosphere guarantee a memorable evening for everyone.
From July 8 to August 8, 2025, the Aux Heures d'Été festival transforms Nantes' parks and gardens, as well as the castle moats, into open stages for music, storytelling, shows for young audiences, and cinema.
In total, more than 80 artists and 35 free shows make this event a must-see summer event in Nantes.
To close the season, Les Rendez-vous de l'Erdre will be held from August 25 to 31, 2025.
This unique jazz festival in France combines open-air concerts and a boat parade on the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal.
Around a hundred concerts are planned for this completely free event.
Don't miss the opportunity to discover the "machines de l'île" (the machines of the island).
Set down your suitcases at the Hotel Graslin, in the heart of Nantes' Golden Triangle, following in the footsteps of Jules Verne.
Discover our contemporary rooms that can accommodate up to 5 people.
For breakfast, three options are available: breakfast in the dining room, in your room, or express.
Plan your stay and book directly!
Every summer, the city transforms into a veritable open-air theater. Whether you're passing through or on vacation, get ready for an emotional summer in 2025.
The program of summer events not to be missed in Nantes in 2025
Le Voyage à Nantes: a unique artistic journey
From June 28 to August 31, 2025, Le Voyage à Nantes is a cultural itinerary through the city. It's an opportunity to admire numerous art installations, exhibitions, and contemporary works in the open air.
This 2025 edition, dedicated to "Strangeness," invites young and old alike to (re)discover Nantes through art and imagination.
You can explore iconic sites, from the Château des ducs de Bretagne to the Île de Nantes, via the historic center.
July 14th in Nantes and its spectacular fireworks display
To celebrate the Bastille Day holiday, the traditional July 14th fireworks display will light up the sky above Nantes.
Launched from the Anne de Bretagne Bridge, it offers breathtaking views from the banks of the Loire every year.
Music, family entertainment, and a festive atmosphere guarantee a memorable evening for everyone.
Aux Heures d'Été: the festival of world cultures
From July 8 to August 8, 2025, the Aux Heures d'Été festival transforms Nantes' parks and gardens, as well as the castle moats, into open stages for music, storytelling, shows for young audiences, and cinema.
In total, more than 80 artists and 35 free shows make this event a must-see summer event in Nantes.
Les Rendez-vous de l'Erdre: Jazz and River Heritage
To close the season, Les Rendez-vous de l'Erdre will be held from August 25 to 31, 2025.
This unique jazz festival in France combines open-air concerts and a boat parade on the Erdre River and the Nantes-Brest Canal.
Around a hundred concerts are planned for this completely free event.
Don't miss the opportunity to discover the "machines de l'île" (the machines of the island).
Stay at the Hotel Graslin in downtown Nantes
Set down your suitcases at the Hotel Graslin, in the heart of Nantes' Golden Triangle, following in the footsteps of Jules Verne.
Discover our contemporary rooms that can accommodate up to 5 people.
For breakfast, three options are available: breakfast in the dining room, in your room, or express.
Plan your stay and book directly!
