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Welcome to the Hard Boat Festival 2027 in Lyon
Hard Boat Festival 2027 brings hardstyle, rawstyle, hardcore and uptempo to Lyon. The last confirmed Infinity edition ran on 26 September 2026 from 18:00 to 05:00 at Eurexpo Lyon in Chassieu. Exact 2027 dates have not been published yet; another major indoor night in the Lyon metropolitan area is expected. Entry is paid and the event is 18+ only.
Highlights & Attractions at Hard Boat Festival in Lyon
- Indoor festival with two main stages: hardstyle/rawstyle and hardcore/uptempo
- More than 11 hours of non-stop hard music (Infinity edition 18:00–05:00)
- International line-ups of 35+ artists (2026 included Brennan Heart, Ran-D, Rooler, Dual Damage, Dimitri K, Tha Playah)
- XXL production with lights, lasers, special effects and large hall staging
- Food areas, lockers and official merchandise
- Started on a boat – now one of France’s biggest indoor hard-music festivals
- 18+ event drawing several thousand ravers (around 7,000 at Eurexpo in 2026)
Program & Schedule: What to Expect in 2027
Dates for Hard Boat Festival 2027 are not officially confirmed. The 2026 Infinity edition ran from Saturday 26 September 2026 at 18:00 until Sunday 27 September 2026 at 05:00 across two halls at Eurexpo Lyon. Stage 1 focused on hardstyle to rawstyle; stage 2 on early/hardcore to uptempo. Earlier editions also took place at ParcExpo Villefranche-sur-Saône (including 4 April 2026). The 2027 line-up is expected to drop in phases before the event. Check set times on the official website once published.
Hard Boat Festival 2027 at Eurexpo Lyon
The largest edition so far was hosted at Eurexpo Lyon (visitor entrance Boulevard de l'Europe, 69680 Chassieu). Two monumental indoor stages, large-scale shows and full festival infrastructure make this the current flagship venue. Parking in 2026 cost 7.50 EUR per car (card only); alcohol was banned on all car parks. Tram access to Eurexpo and night services towards Perrache were offered in 2026.
Hard Boat Festival in Villefranche-sur-Saône
Before moving into Eurexpo, the festival played several nights at ParcExpo Villefranche-sur-Saône (221 Avenue de l'Europe, 69400 Villefranche-sur-Saône), about 15 minutes north of Lyon. That includes the October 2025 edition and the BKJN XXL night on 4 April 2026. Whether 2027 returns to Villefranche or stays in Lyon has not been confirmed.
Tickets & Admission for Hard Boat Festival Lyon
2027 tickets are not on sale yet. For Infinity 2026 the organiser used Super Early, Early, Phase 1, Phase 2, Late and VIP tiers. Lyon Events listed 63.99 EUR; early phases started around 36.50 EUR, with duo tickets around 112 EUR. VIP sold out months in advance. Buy only via hardboat-festival.com. A 2026 afterparty at Sound Factory started at 16.50 EUR; a 2027 afterparty is not confirmed.
Visitor Tips: Travel & Accommodation in Lyon
- Travel: Eurexpo Lyon in Chassieu is reachable by tram, from Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport and from Lyon Part-Dieu station; night trams towards Perrache ran after the 2026 closing time.
- Bring ear protection, sturdy shoes and breathable clothes for a loud indoor night from 18:00 to 05:00.
- Book hotels in Lyon, Villeurbanne or Chassieu early – large indoor editions sell out fast.
- Carry valid ID: 18+ only, no minors.
- Check lockers, prohibited items and shuttle updates on hardboat-festival.com once the 2027 info goes live.
Note: The information on this page was researched at the time of writing and may have changed since then (e.g. date, venue, or program). Visit the organizer's official website →
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