Discover the rich history and culture of Brittany
This summer, take advantage of events in Southern BrittanyDiscover the rich history and culture of Brittany through its festivals, shows and traditional celebrations...
Every year, summer is in full swing in Vannes, offering a wide variety of activities. festivals in Brittany !
There's something for everyone: music festivals, sporting events, exhibitions, monument celebrations, nature discoveries or traditional celebrations... When you come to our Kyriad hotel in VannesYou'll be at the heart of all these summer festivities and more!

What should you see when you visit Vannes?
Everywhere, during your stay in Vannesyou'll find cultural and sporting eventsThere's a wide range of activities on offer, including musical events, traditional dances, festive monuments and discoveries at sea and on land.
Things are happening in Morbihan! Morbihan invites you to discover the rich history and culture of the region. South Brittany from every angle. Come and see festivals in Brittany !
Find out what's on in Morbihan this summer
The events in Brittany there's no shortage of them! Discover our selection ofevents in Morbihan this summer and let yourself be carried away by these festive encounters.
Breton culture
La Brittany Festival, from Friday 14 May to Sunday 24 May 2026, is a unique, festive and friendly family event that showcases Breton culture. Many of the events in the programme are free.
Le Lorient Interceltic Festival, from 31 to 9 August 2026, is the world's largest gathering of Celtic cultures.
The fêtes d'Arvor will also be bringing our beautiful city of Vannes to life from 14 to 16 August 2026, celebrating Breton culture with a host of entertainment including the election of the Queen d'Arvor and her runners-up and fireworks!
Music
Fête de la musique in Vannes on 21 June 2026. A major event awaits you in the port of Vannes.
Le Paka Festival, on 18 and 19 July 2026 in La Trinité sur Mer. Electronic music event with international DJs.
From 8 to 11 July 2026, it's the Vannes Echos Jazz in Vannes, featuring a range of styles from folk and electro to blues and Afro beat!
The Musicales du Golfe, For the 35th edition, from 1 August to 13 August 2026, stop off with internationally renowned musicians.
Sport and boating
L'Ultramarine, from 24 June to 28 June 2026, offers running races from 29 to 175km around one of the most beautiful bays in the world, the Golfe du Morbihan.
Le Auray-Vannes half-marathon on 13 September 2026 is the sporting event of the autumn. Several races and distances are available (20 km, 10 km or 5 km).
Le Vannes Marathon ranked as one of the top 10 French marathons, is a not-to-be-missed event for all those involved in running in France. It will take place on 26 and 27 September 2026.
Other events
Le La Gacilly photo festival, from 1 June to 4 October 2026, for an extraordinary exhibition in the gardens and alleyways of this small Morbihan village.
Livr'à Vannes takes place from Friday 12 to Sunday 14 June 2026, for its 19th edition. It is the leading general literary fair in Brittany, with an average of 40,000 visitors.
The Kyriad Vannes Centre-ville hotel is in the heart of Vannes and its festivities.
Enjoy your holiday in our hotel Kyriad Vannes Centre !
For any further information or to make a reservation, please do not hesitate to contact us by telephone on 02 97 63 27 36 or by e-mail at the following address info@kyriad-vannescentre.com