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✈️How to get to LA RUE DES ARTISTES
Planning your trip to LA RUE DES ARTISTES? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.
- Nearest airport: Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), about 53 km from the venue.
- Allow about 74 min by car from the airport to the site.
- By train, head for Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône or the nearest major station, then finish by bus, shuttle or taxi to the site.
- By car, plan for on-site parking and expect heavy traffic around the venue on festival days.
🛏️Where to stay near PARC NELSON MANDELA A ST CHAMOND (LA RUE DES ARTISTES)
Accommodation near the LA RUE DES ARTISTES site fills up fast. Compare hotels, apartments and rentals nearby and book early to stay as close to the stage as possible.
Also consider staying around Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, the nearest large city, if the closest options to the site are sold out.
Estimated travel time to the site
| Distance | 🚗 Car / taxi | 🚴 Bike | 🚶 On foot |
|---|---|---|---|
| ~1 km | ~3 min | ~4 min | ~12 min |
| ~3 km | ~7 min | ~12 min | ~36 min |
| ~5 km | ~11 min | ~20 min | ~1 h |
| ~10 km | ~22 min | ~40 min | ~2 h |
Public transport: depends on the network around Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône.
Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.
🌤️LA RUE DES ARTISTES 2026 weather
Weather in PARC NELSON MANDELA A ST CHAMOND in June 2026?
Typical weather
Chance of rain: about 67% of days
| 2025 | Dense drizzle | 32° / 19° | 1 rainy day |
| 2024 | Rain | 20° / 13° | 2 rainy days |
| 2023 | Dense drizzle | 27° / 17° | 1 rainy day |
Based on the last 3 years over the same period.
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🗺️Things to do near LA RUE DES ARTISTES
Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around LA RUE DES ARTISTES. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.
Nearby, Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.
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📋About
LA RUE DES ARTISTES 2026 in Saint-Chamond
LA RUE DES ARTISTES takes over Parc Nelson Mandela in Saint-Chamond on June 19-20, 2026 for a free festive weekend celebrating current music. With a ticket price of €22.20, this Loire festival offers an eclectic program mixing reggae, French chanson and world sounds. For two days, this urban park welcomes families and music lovers for a moment of musical sharing in a friendly and popular atmosphere.
The 2026 program features a varied lineup celebrating musical diversity. The Wailers, mythical formation carrying Bob Marley's legacy, promises a historic roots reggae concert. LA CARAVANE PASSE will bring their traveling and festive French chanson, while MONIKA and NNAWA will explore more contemporary pop and world universes.
The festival also welcomes SOVIET SUPREM, French hip-hop and electro-rock band, and TRACY DE SÁ, singer with soul and world influences. GROS MONSIEUR completes this eclectic lineup promising two days of varied musical discoveries in the festive Saint-Étienne spirit.
In the green setting of Parc Nelson Mandela in Saint-Chamond, LA RUE DES ARTISTES offers an accessible and friendly musical experience. This summer festival celebrates cultural democratization and musical openness, creating an intergenerational meeting space where reggae lovers, French chanson enthusiasts and families seeking free quality summer entertainment mingle.
❓FAQ
Which edition is held in 2026 and how long has the festival existed?
La Rue des Artistes celebrates its 29th edition on 19, 20 and 21 June 2026, in the Parc Nelson Mandela in Saint-Chamond. The festival was founded in 1998.
Do I have to pay to attend all three days?
Sunday 21 June is a completely free day, held for the Fête de la Musique in partnership with the town (no booking, limited capacity, so arrive early). The festival is also free for children under 12.
How do I get there by train or bus?
Saint-Chamond station is a 6-minute walk from the festival entrance. By bus, the Poste Saint-Chamond stop is 2 minutes away on foot and served by 9 lines (M5, 25, 29, 40, 42, 43, 44, 45, 81, 102).
What food is available on site?
Food trucks from all backgrounds are on hand, with vegetarian and halal options, all prepared with fresh, local produce. For drinks and sweet snacks the festival goes local too: beer from the Loire and Pilat breweries, kombucha from Rochetaillée, Nigay caramel and more.
Is there an area for children?
Yes, a Family Area (Espace Famille) for children and parents is run by the Alfa 3a leisure-centre team. Activities such as artistic face-painting (Les Fées Mer) round out the offer. For safety reasons, unaccompanied children under 12 are not allowed on site.
Is the festival accessible for visitors with reduced mobility?
Yes — a dedicated PMR platform was created for this edition. To prepare your visit around any specific needs, the team can be reached on +33 4 77 22 18 18 or via the dedicated contact form on the official site.
