Vitré hosts 12th edition of Fanfarfelues festival

The 12th edition of the Fanfarfelues festival commenced on Friday, August 21, 2026, in Vitré, Ille-et-Vilaine. The opening night featured various musical performances across multiple stages, including the FFF Brass Band, Mokhtaret, and the Take Off Brass Band.

The event offered diverse musical atmospheres, ranging from the New Orleans-inspired sounds of the Bavagondset to the large-scale performance by the 17-member big band Washington Dead Cats. The evening concluded with traditional jam sessions, which are a core part of the festival's identity.