Rock en Seine

Rock en Seine features internationally famous bands and fresh new talent across a wide range of styles.³ The 2026 lineup, subject to change, includes:⁴

• The Cure
• Deftones
• Tyler, the Creator
• Lorde
• Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds
• The Black Keys
• Franz Ferdinand

Rock en Seine takes place at the historic Domaine national de Saint-Cloud park on the outskirts of Paris. Attendees enter through the main entrance at Place Georges Clémenceau, 92210 Saint-Cloud, with doors opening each day at:

• Wednesday, August 26, 2026: 4:00 PM
• Thursday, August 27, 2026: 3:30 PM
• Friday, August 28, 2026: 2:30 PM
• Saturday, August 29, 2026: 2:30 PM
• Sunday, August 30, 2026: 1:00 PM⁴

Concerts begin approximately 45 minutes after doors open and end before public transport closes.⁴

Recognized as one of the major musical festivals in Europe, Rock en Seine was founded as a single-day event in 2003 with just ten acts and two stages.³ Now the event has expanded to five days with five or six stages, drawing a crowd of over 100,000 across all the days.¹

The festival's acts span a wide range of genres from rock to electronic to hip-hop, with internationally popular artists and new talent each year.¹

Knowing the venue policies at Rock en Seine will make the event more enjoyable and run more smoothly.

• Re-Entry & Smoking: All exits are final; re-entry is not permitted.⁴ Smoking is prohibited in outdoor public spaces in France as of July 2026.⁵
• Payment Options: Rock en Seine operates as a fully cashless festival. Attendees make all on-site purchases through a cashless wristband, which they can load with funds in advance or on-site.⁶
• Prohibited Items: The festival does not permit bags over approximately 9.5 x 17.7 inches (24 liters), selfie sticks, outside alcohol, glass bottles, professional cameras, drones, weapons, or drugs. Refer to the official policy page for the complete list.⁷
• Age Restrictions: Prohibited for children under three; not recommended for children under six. A legal representative with parental authorization must accompany minors under 16 years old. Minors 16–18 may attend unaccompanied but must carry parental authorization. Child tickets do not grant Garden access.⁴

For the most up-to-date guidance on regulations, bag policies, and entry requirements, visit the Practical Information section on the official Rock en Seine website.