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Welcome to the Festival de Cornouaille 2027 in Quimper
Since 1923, the Festival de Cornouaille has turned the historic center of Quimper in Brittany into a stage for Breton music, dance and tradition. As France's largest festival dedicated to Breton culture, it draws more than 150,000 visitors each year who come for Celtic sounds, traditional costumes and the famous closing parade. Exact dates for 2027 have not yet been announced, though the festival traditionally takes place on the last weekend of July.
Highlights and Attractions at the Festival de Cornouaille in Quimper
- More than 150 concerts, performances and activities across four days in the city center
- Competitions for bagadoù (Breton pipe bands) and traditional bagpipers
- Numerous fest noz evenings, the traditional Breton dance nights
- The grand Sunday parade bringing together over 3,000 dancers and musicians from across Brittany
- The election of the Reine de Cornouaille, a symbol of Breton identity
- Kernekiz day with a program built specifically for families and children
- Around 75 percent of the program is completely free to attend
Program and Schedule: What to Expect in Quimper
The program runs over four days from Thursday to Sunday and includes concerts at the Théâtre de Cornouaille, performances at the Chapeau Rouge, fest noz on public squares, and talks and exhibitions on Celtic culture. The highlight is the traditional Grand Défilé on Sunday afternoon, when dance groups and musicians from across Brittany parade through the streets. The full 2027 program is usually published on the official website in early summer.
Tickets and Admission for the Festival de Cornouaille
A large part of the festival is free to attend, including many street performances, parades and fest noz. Tickets are needed for concerts at the Théâtre de Cornouaille and select evening shows, which most recently cost around 10 to 25 euros per day. Exact 2027 prices have not yet been published. Ticket sales usually open in early summer through the official website, and only cash is accepted on site.
Visitor Tips: Travel and Accommodation in Quimper
- The festival takes place entirely in the city center, so walking, cycling or public transport are the best ways to get around
- Park and ride areas with shuttle buses to the center are set up around the city during the festival days
- Quimper's train station is about a 15 minute walk from the festival grounds
- Accommodation in Quimper should be booked well in advance given the high number of visitors
- Bring cash for food, drinks and souvenirs, since there is no card payment on the festival grounds
