Festival de Carcassonne is an extraordinary event that unites the most renowned performers worldwide.
In a mere decade, the Festival de Carcassonne has catapulted to become one of France's leading festivals and is an iconic cultural event throughout the southern region. While it continues to improve every year with its ambitious programming, stages, and growing recognition beyond French borders - the festival shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.
Over 200,000 tourists worldwide flock to Festival de Carcassonne every summer for a truly remarkable experience. Each night offers up to 3,000 privileged guests unforgettable moments of joyous emotion they can share.
The Festival de Carcassonne is an incomparable celebration that takes place throughout July with 120 performances, most of the shows are free and accessible to all. From opera to the theatre, dance, and classical music - as well as a myriad of concerts featuring national and international artists - there's something for everyone across the 11 incredible stages this festival has to offer. With an atmosphere filled with cultural diversity from emerging artists, local talent, and planetary stars alike, it serves as a shining reminder of what is possible when individuals unite in their quest for greatness.