Hellfest – More than a festival, a way of life
Hellfest is not just a music festival, it’s a true state of mind. A friendly and festive atmosphere reigns across the site, where fans gather to share their passion for music.
The highly anticipated Hellfest Open Air will take place from Thursday, June 27 to Sunday, June 30, 2024, in Clisson.
Get ready for loud music—well, maybe prepare your ears, because the bands will be playing at quite a volume!
Notes collide, roar, and keep vibrating without end.
For a few days, the charming small town of Clisson dresses in black, welcomes bearded men, tattoos take center stage, beer flows freely, and noise is everywhere.
Born from the English word hell and the Breton fest meaning festival, Hellfest literally means “festival from hell” — but it’s much more than just music, it’s a unique experience to live.
There’s something for everyone!
Specializing in extreme music, it’s France’s largest festival, with over 420,000 paid entries in 2022.
Internationally renowned artists share the stage with emerging talents across the festival’s various stages.
The main two stages focus on hard rock, heavy metal, and alternative metal, while each of the four other stages spotlights more specific styles like black metal, death metal, punk hardcore, doom metal, and stoner rock — guaranteeing a lineup of world-class bands and artists.
Hellfest’s artistic vision and electrifying program have earned it international acclaim, attracting artists and audiences from more than 70 different countries.
More than ever, Hellfest offers you a chance to see a number of artists you won’t find anywhere else.
In Clisson, the Hellfest site is a must-visit destination all year round.
Just 2 km from the historic center and 4 km from the Henri IV gîte village, the festival grounds showcase sculptural works and installations with a unique aesthetic created by many contemporary artists.
This site is free to visit all year, except from mid-April to mid-July.
In July and August, the site comes alive with food offerings and live shows.
