About S festival
S festival 2026 runs 1–5 Dec 2026 at Confluence district, Lyon, France, programming electronic, live acts. S festival is a five-day electronic music event that takes place from December 9th to 13th in Lyon's Confluence district. It is organized by Arty Farty and features a diverse lineup of live acts and cultural programming across various venues, including La Sucrière, Périscope, and Marché Gare. The festival aims to bridge the gap between established electronic music heritage and emerging local artists. Events will also take place in unconventional spaces like a skating rink and a museum.
Data last updated
- Five-day event from December 9th to 13th
- Venues include La Sucrière, Périscope, and Marché Gare
- Unique events at Acid on Ice and Musée des Confluences
- Organized by Arty Farty, creators of Nuits Sonores
- Includes heritage and new electronic music acts
Venue, camping & access
- Venue type
- Urban venue
- Best nearby base
- Lyon · 0 km · about 0 min
- Camping
- No on-site camping is listed by the organiser.
- Getting to the gates
- Public transport and walking available
How much does S festival cost?
The estimated total trip cost for S festival 2026 from Paris is €528. Cinderella compares the real door-to-door cost of going — ticket, travel and a place to sleep — not just the ticket price.
- Cheapest ticket
- €40
- Return transport from Paris
- €53
- Stay · 5 nights
- €435
- Total from Paris
- €528
Ticket prices come from official sellers and are re-checked weekly; transport and accommodation are quoted for the festival dates from the same rate cards the whole site uses.
Dates & daily line-up
1–5 Dec 2026 · 5 days · 43 days to go
- Day 1Tuesday 1 DecemberQuelzaHeadlinerLaurent Garnier
- Day 2Wednesday 2 DecemberCassiusHeadlinerMalugi
- Day 3Thursday 3 DecemberDavid AugustHeadlinerP errine
- Day 4Friday 4 DecemberDj BabatrHeadlinerTeki Latex
- Day 5Saturday 5 DecemberEllen AllienHeadlinerUnderground Resistance presents Depth Charge
Full line-up
Headliners first, then most booked to least. Each name opens that artist's own page with every festival they play.
Past editions
Recurring calendar slot for the last 3 years — approximate dates, see the organiser for the official archive.
- 2025≈ 1–5 Dec 2025
Regulars that edition: Quelza · Cassius · David August
- 2024≈ 1–5 Dec 2024
Regulars that edition: Cassius · David August · Dj Babatr
- 2023≈ 1–5 Dec 2023
Regulars that edition: David August · Dj Babatr · Ellen Allien
Tickets
Official seller prices, checked weekly — last checked recently
Getting there & staying
Return travel from Paris and 5 nights in Lyon, priced from the same rate card the whole site uses.
Where to sleep
Whole trip from €528 — ticket €40 + travel €53 + stay €435.
Prices updated recently
S festival — frequently asked questions
What is S festival?
S festival is a electronic, live acts festival in Lyon, France. S festival is a five-day electronic music event that takes place from December 9th to 13th in Lyon's Confluence district. It is organized by Arty Farty and features a diverse lineup of live acts and cultural programming across various venues, including La Sucrière, Périscope, and Marché Gare. The festival aims to bridge the gap between established electronic music heritage and emerging local artists. Events will also take place in unconventional spaces like a skating rink and a museum.
When is S festival 2026?
S festival 2026 runs 1–5 Dec 2026.
Where is S festival 2026 held?
S festival 2026 takes place at Confluence district, Lyon, France.
How much does a S festival ticket cost?
Tickets start at €40 with the official seller we track. Prices are re-checked weekly and change as tiers sell out.
How much does it cost to attend S festival 2026 from Paris?
The estimated total trip cost from Paris is €528: €40 ticket + €53 return transport + €435 accommodation. Cinderella compares the real door-to-door cost, not just the ticket price.
How do I get to S festival?
The cheapest door-to-door option we price from Paris is Coach for €53 return, 7h 19m door to door.
Who plays at S festival 2026?
Announced names include Quelza, Cassius, David August, Dj Babatr, Ellen Allien, Laurent Garnier, Malugi, P errine. The line-up on this page updates as the organiser confirms more artists.
What music is played at S festival?
S festival programmes electronic, live acts.
Where should I stay for S festival 2026?
The cheapest option we price is Hostel / camping at €87 a night for 5 nights in Lyon, covering the festival nights.
Is S festival 2026 worth going to?
At an estimated €528 door-to-door from Paris, S festival is a mid-priced trip in our index. and programmes electronic, live acts. Regulars come for five-day event from december 9th to 13th.
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