LES NUITS DE FOURVIERE

What LES NUITS DE FOURVIERE does

Les Nuits de Fourvière is a French public cultural institution structured as an Etablissement public à caractère industriel et commercial (EPIC) under the governance of the Métropole de Lyon. It produces an annual multidisciplinary performing arts festival (in 2026, May 28 to July 25) at the UNESCO World Heritage Roman Theatres of Fourvière and a network of partner venues across the Lyon metropolitan area (Halle Tony Garnier, Maison de la danse, Musée des Confluences, SUBS, Théâtre Théo Argence, Radiant-Bellevue, Domaine de Lacroix-Laval). The festival was founded on June 29, 1946, with the rediscovery of the Roman theatres, and the 2026 edition marks its 80th anniversary. Programming spans music, theatre, dance, circus, and cabaret, anchored by 60+ spectacles per edition and curated sub-brands such as Les Bals des Nuits, Les Samedis des Nuits, and Les Petites Nuits.

The core product is ticketed live performance, distributed via an online platform (Themisweb), a physical box office at the Roman Theatres (6 rue de l'Antiquaille, Lyon), telephone reservations, and an official peer-to-peer resale marketplace (Reelax Tickets). The secondary product surface includes a multi-show subscription (Pass 3 Spectacles), captations (recorded performances) broadcast with FranceTV and ArteConcert, the Making Waves podcast, curated streaming playlists, family workshops and guided tours, and accessibility services (audio description, LSF interpretation, Relax/Chuchotines performances). Business model combines ticket revenue (full price €0–€85, with 11 documented discount tiers covering youth, job seekers, solidarity recipients, disabled patrons, and cultural pass holders), corporate CSE bulk sales, the Le Club des Nuits patron program, and public funding from the Métropole de Lyon. Customers are segmented into general festival-goers, families with children, and disabled audiences; the GTM motion is event-driven with a late-March ticketing launch and outreach via the website, newsletter, press office, and broadcast/media partnerships (France Inter, ArteConcert, FranceTV).

Name

LES NUITS DE FOURVIERE

Legal name

Les Nuits de Fourvière, Etablissement public à caractère industriel et commercial (EPIC)

Website

https://nuitsdefourviere.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1946

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Les Nuits de Fourvière is a public EPIC cultural institution under Métropole de Lyon that operates an annual multidisciplinary performing arts festival (music, theatre, dance, circus, cabaret) at the UNESCO Roman Theatres of Fourvière in Lyon, serving general public, families, and disabled audiences through ticketed live performance, family programming, and accessibility services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Performing Arts Festival

NAICS

Other Performing Arts Companies (711190), Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Arts & Culture Community Festivals (Multidisciplinary Arts Weeks) (MPAGAEAG)

Keywords

• Performing arts festival
• Live entertainment events
• Cultural programming
• Arts festival management
• Event ticketing

Headquarters

HQ city

Lyon

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Primary revenue stream from selling tickets to performances across music, theatre, dance, circus, and cabaret disciplines. Single-event tickets range from free to 85€ depending on the show, with various discount categories available.
2. Pass 3 Spectacles: Bundle package allowing attendees to choose 3 or more spectacles from a curated selection, offering 15% or more discount on individual ticket prices.
3. Family Activities: Free workshops and activities for families including the Enquête des Petites Nuits, guided tours, and circus workshops offered at no additional cost.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Les Nuits de Fourvière is a multidisciplinary performing arts festival held annually from late May to late July at the UNESCO World Heritage Roman Theatres of Fourvière in Lyon, France. The festival programs music, theater, dance, circus, and cabaret spectacles, and sells individual show tickets, multi-show passes (Pass 3 spectacles), family programming, guided tours, and accessibility services. It is operated as a public institution (EPIC) under the Métropole de Lyon.

Product overview

Les Nuits de Fourvière is a major summer performing arts festival in Lyon, France, offering a multi-disciplinary program of over 60 spectacles spanning music, theatre, dance, circus, and cabaret across the UNESCO World Heritage Roman Theatres and metro-area venues. The festival's core offering centers on ticket sales via its online ticketing platform (Themisweb) and physical box office, supplemented by a multi-show Pass 3 spectacles subscription and an official secondary ticket marketplace (Bourse aux billets via Reelax Tickets). The product portfolio includes family programming branded as 'Les Petites Nuits', themed dance events as 'Les Bals des Nuits', and Saturday programming as 'Les Samedis des Nuits'. Digital content offerings encompass video captations, the 'Making Waves' podcast series, and curated streaming playlists. Accessibility services include dedicated disabled ticketing, audio description, LSF sessions, and adapted performances. Additional offerings include guided historical tours, family workshops, a patron club (Le Club des Nuits), a risk prevention professional day, and email newsletter subscriptions. The festival integrates with payment processors (Worldline), public transport (SYTRAL), and cultural pass systems (Pass Culture, Pass'Région Jeune, Culture Campus).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Festival Spectacles (Concerts, Théâtre, Danse, Cirque, Cabaret) Core programming of the festival: a curated slate of live performances across music, theater, dance, circus, and cabaret genres, available to the general public via individual ticket purchase during the festival season.
• Pass 3 Spectacles A festival subscription package offering entry to three pre-selected spectacles, providing a bundled ticket option for festival-goers who want to attend multiple performances.
• Les Petites Nuits (Family Programming) A dedicated family-oriented programming line within the festival, offering concerts, shows, storytelling, and workshops tailored to children and families during the season.
• Les Bals des Nuits A themed dance ball series within the festival offering participatory dance events for adult audiences.
• Les Samedis des Nuits A Saturday-evening programming line within the festival featuring themed live performances designed for weekend audiences.
• Activités Familiales (Family Activities) Family-oriented participatory activities offered during the festival, including workshops, storytelling, and games designed for children and accompanying adults.
• Captations Vidéo (Video Recordings) Professionally produced video recordings of festival performances, distributed online so audiences can view past spectacles after the live season.
• Podcast Making Waves An original podcast series produced by the festival featuring artist interviews, behind-the-scenes content, and programming discussions for listeners.
• Playlists Éditées (Curated Playlists) Curated music playlists published on streaming platforms, tied to the festival's musical programming and artists.
• Billetterie Handicap (Accessibility Ticketing Service) A dedicated accessibility ticket-booking service (by email) providing reserved seating and adapted services for audience members with disabilities.
• Location-Guidée des Théâtres Romains (Guided Tours) Guided heritage tours of the UNESCO-listed Roman Theatres of Fourvière site, offered to visitors as a standalone paid experience outside of the performance season.
• Guichet des Théâtres Romains (Box Office) On-site box office at the Roman Theatres of Fourvière for in-person ticket purchase on the day of performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 2026 edition ran May 28 to July 25
• +2 more outcomes

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration9 records

Partnerships

22 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ReperkusoundminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Reperkusound festival for the Trinix Saturday event on July 4, celebrating Lyon's musical creativity.
• DarksideminorOthersMusical artist performing at the festival with their third album 'Nothing' released in 2025.
• Massive AttackcoreOthersHeadlining act for the 2026 edition performing June 10-11 at Grand théâtre, announcing new material for 2026.
• Direction Régionale de l'Économie, de l'Emploi, du Travail et des Solidarités (DREETS)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGovernment partner for the annual Journée de la Prévention des Risques dans le Spectacle Vivant, a professional safety event.
• Thalie SantéminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the professional safety event for the live performance sector.
• PromeomminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the professional safety event for the live performance sector.
• Centre National de la Musique (CNM)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the professional safety event for the live performance sector.
• EkhoscènesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the professional safety event for the live performance sector.
• France FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the professional safety event for the live performance sector.
• La RoséeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSponsor supporting the 'Avec les pieds' performance by Jeanne Desoubeaux, which explores environmental themes.
• Lyon Street Food FestivalminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerFood partner providing on-site dining options during Saturday events, featuring local Lyon chefs.
• SYTRAL MobilitésminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTransport partner extending TCL metro schedules after performances to ensure safe return for attendees.
• Les SUBSminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue presenting 'SHANGWE, le bal' and 'Orchestre vide' performances.
• Théâtre Théo ArgenceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue presenting 'Le Bal de Paris de Blanca Li' with support from Nuits de Fourvière.
• CMTRA / Festival Soïo MundominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for Bal Folk event, co-presented with Centre des Musiques Traditionnelles Rhône-Alpes.
• Orchestre national de Lyon / AuditoriumminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for Camille Symphonique concert with orchestral arrangements.
• Chaillot - Théâtre national de la DanseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerProduction partner for 'Lonely Club' - Eddy de Pretto concert choreographed by Maud Le Pladec.
• CCN - Ballet de LorraineminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner for 'Lonely Club' production, providing dancers and artistic infrastructure.
• Halle Tony GarnierminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPartner venue hosting Boris Charmatz 'CERCLES' performance.
• France InterminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMedia partner broadcasting live from the festival and hosting radio shows on-site.
• ArteConcertminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBroadcast partner providing live streaming of select performances.
• FranceTVminorGTM or Marketing PartnerBroadcast partner for select performances including 'Le Petit Cirque' with Pomme and Marie & Yoann Bourgeois.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Salzburg Festival: Premier European summer festival featuring opera, drama, and orchestral concerts. Comparable in scale, multi-disciplinary programming, and use of heritage venues, while being a global benchmark that anchors international artist touring schedules.
• Edinburgh International Festival: Established Scottish summer festival presenting music, theatre, opera, and dance across multiple venues. Comparable as a multi-disciplinary summer festival with public-institution backing and an international programming mandate.
• Festival d'Aix-en-Provence: Renowned summer performing arts festival in Provence featuring opera, symphonic concerts, and chamber music. Comparable as a multi-disciplinary French summer festival with heritage venues and institutional backing, though with stronger weighting toward classical music.
• Les Vieilles Charrues: One of France's largest summer music festivals, featuring international headliners in a multi-day format. Comparable as a marquee French summer festival competing for the same touring artist pool and corporate sponsors, though primarily music-led.
• Chorégies d'Orange: Summer opera and performing arts festival staged at the Roman Theatre of Orange, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Directly comparable due to its use of an ancient Roman theatre as the primary venue, similar夏季 programming, and comparable public-institution governance.
• Festival d'Avignon: France's flagship performing arts festival held annually in summer, presenting theatre, dance, and other live performance across multiple venues. Directly comparable in mission, season timing, and multidisciplinary programming as a publicly-supported French cultural institution.

Regional players

• Maison de la Danse de Lyon: Lyon-based dance venue and presenting organization that is a partner venue for the festival. Comparable as a regional peer within the same cultural ecosystem, co-presenting dance programming with Les Nuits de Fourvière.
• Opéra National de Lyon: Lyon's permanent opera house and ballet company, also supported by the Métropole de Lyon. Comparable as a performing arts institution in the same city, occasionally sharing venue partnerships and audiences with the festival.
• Festival de Beaune: Burgundy-based summer classical music and opera festival. Comparable as a smaller French summer festival with heritage-venue programming, though narrower genre focus and Burgundy rather than Lyon catchment.

Others

• Fondation de France (cultural patrons): Major French philanthropic foundation supporting cultural institutions including performing arts festivals. Comparable as an adjacent ecosystem participant whose patronage models, sponsor programs, and CSR-aligned funding inform the strategic environment for French festivals.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance3 records

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