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ROOTS & ROSES

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PLEIN AIR A LESSINES, France
17 artists

Key facts

Dates
1 May 2026
Where
PLEIN AIR A LESSINES, France
Price
from €40
Tickets
edition over
Headliners
ROBERT FINLEY, THE BUTTSHAKERS, LUTHER DICKINSON

Data updated on 8 February 2026 — source: official site, La Route des Festivals

🎤Lineup

THE BUTTSHAKERS – Retro Soul
Retro Soul
LUTHER DICKINSON – Americana
LUTHER DICKINSON
Americana
JESSIE LEE & THE ALCHEMISTS – Rock
JESSIE LEE & THE ALCHEMISTS
Rock
THOMAS FRANK HOPPER – Blues Rock
THOMAS FRANK HOPPER
Blues Rock
SERGI ESTELLA – Rock
SERGI ESTELLA
Rock
EDDY SMITH & THE 507 – Retro Soul
EDDY SMITH & THE 507
Retro Soul
BIG DAVE – Hip-Hop
BIG DAVE
Hip-Hop
Cabana Belgicana
Connolly Hayes – Rock
Connolly Hayes
Rock
JD SIMO – Blues
JD SIMO
Blues
Jovin Webb – Rock
Jovin Webb
Rock
Sergi Estella One man Band
The Alchemists – Trance
The Alchemists
Trance
The Animeros – Latin
The Animeros
Latin
the 507
the Dutchmen

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✈️How to get to ROOTS & ROSES

Planning your trip to ROOTS & ROSES? Here's how to get there by plane, train or car, and plan your route to the festival site.

  • Nearest airport: Limoges Airport (LIG), about 2 km from the venue.
  • Allow about 3 min by car from the airport to the site.
  • By train, head for Limoges/Bellegarde 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.
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🛏️Where to stay near PLEIN AIR A LESSINES (ROOTS & ROSES)

Accommodation near the ROOTS & ROSES 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 Limoges/Bellegarde, 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 Limoges/Bellegarde.

Each accommodation's distance to the site is shown on the map above. Rough estimates; allow extra time during festival peak hours.

🌤️ROOTS & ROSES 2026 weather

Weather in PLEIN AIR A LESSINES in May 2026?

Typical weather

Rain
Typical high19°
Typical low8°

Chance of rain: about 67% of days

2025Overcast23° / 10°no rainy days
2024Rain11° / 4°1 rainy day
2023Rain23° / 11°1 rainy day

Based on the last 3 years over the same period.

Hour by hour

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🗺️Things to do near ROOTS & ROSES

Many shows happen in the evening, so use your days to explore the area around ROOTS & ROSES. Guided tours, museums, outdoor experiences and local activities can be booked in a few clicks before you go.

Nearby, Limoges/Bellegarde and its surroundings offer museums, walks and local gems to discover between sets.

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📋About

Roots & Roses 2026: Folk & Indie Festival in Lessines

Roots & Roses cultivates an intimate identity in the Belgian festival landscape. Held outdoors in Lessines, this festival showcases folk, indie, and acoustic music. Since its inception, the event has attracted music lover audiences seeking sensitive artists and authentic projects. The outdoor setting offers a bucolic atmosphere conducive to attentive listening.

The 2026 edition features programming centered on acoustic music and indie folk. The festival prioritizes singer-songwriters and intimate projects, creating an atmosphere of proximity with audiences. This approach allows discovery of emerging talents and formations prioritizing sincerity and authenticity.

Musically, the festival explores territories of contemporary folk, indie pop, and singer-songwriter music. Acoustic sounds and crafted lyrics create a soft and contemplative atmosphere. The outdoor format and intimate spirit reinforce communion between artists and spectators, offering an emotionally charged festival experience.

Roots & Roses 2026 promises another intimate edition in Lessines. For acoustic music lovers and sensitive discoveries, head to the outdoor spaces of Lessines. A festival celebrating the beauty of intimate music in a natural setting.

📋Practical info

Dates
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Country
City
PLEIN AIR A LESSINES
Artists
17 artists
Programming
Eclectic
Official website
rootsandroses.be
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