The VAN Night is back on July 6th for an evening full of music!

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©Clack, Yohan Gerard/LVAN

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Ready to experience an unforgettable evening? On Saturday, July 6th, the Night of the VAN will take over Nantes to offer you an evening rich in art and music, where New Orleans will be honored.  

When the beginning of the summer season arrives, it means festive evenings outdoors until late at night. And in Nantes, the 2024 edition of the Nuit du VAN promises grand festivities! Get ready to immerse yourself in a good dose of art, culture, and concerts because on Saturday, July 6, the event organized by Voyage à Nantes for the launch of its summer edition will take you on a free journey around the Venice of the West, from 5:30 pm until late at night. From the Graslin district to Feydeau, passing through Bouffay, Talensac, and the île de Nantes, you will (re)discover Nantes, all accompanied by music! A rich evening of music awaits you. For this special occasion, The Green Line Marching Band joins forces with the conservatory to make the city resonate with beautiful melodies. Get ready to dance and enjoy a night filled with music and fun!From 6pm on Graslin Square. As you stroll through the streets of the Venice of the West, the orchestra will make tourists and locals dance, but will also allow them to discover the works that punctuate the 2024 Nantes Voyage route, whose main theme is focused around trees.
Conservatory of Nantes © Jean-Michel Meunier

The musical adventure will continue at 8:30pm with a concert on the water by the Golden Comanches and the Zygos Brass Band. The sounds of New Orleans will be brought to Nantes and the public will be invited to participate to create a wonderful collective harmony. Then off to Talensac, where around thirty local merchants will open their stalls to sample small plates rich in flavors and local products, from 7pm to 10pm.

To immerse yourself in the atmosphere, and strengthen the bonds between the audience and the musicians, the Sonik Musical Club also offers you the chance to participate in a unique Masterclass, without registration, on Friday, July 5th. Starting at 6pm, and for one hour, those who wish can join in to sing along with the rhythms and songs of the event.

Experience the thematic musings of Big Chief Juan Pardo during an exclusive and festive concert that will take you on a journey to discover New Orleans. Get ready for a joyful and vibrant experience!
© Voyage à Nantes

Everyone can also dine around large tables promoting sharing and conviviality. Isadora Dartial will be on the turntables to offer an eclectic and festive mix, reminiscent of New Orleans. On the moat side of the Château des Ducs de Bretagne, it will be LOMA, Baptiste Lagrave and Yuzu who will engage in lively musical performances. The journey will finally end at La Cantine where Janagan Christy will ensure a DJ set until 2am.

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La Nuit des Tables de Nantes, Le Voyage à Nantes 2022 ©Clack, Chama Chereau/LVAN


Art Museums in the City Open All Evening

You never have time to go to that museum to discover a specific exhibition? Well, now you have no more excuses. On the evening of the NVAN Night, many museums open their doors to the public from 7pm to 10pm, and entry is free. So, it's your chance to explore the Nantes Museum of Arts, the Regional House of Architecture, the Jules Verne Museum, the Museum of Natural History, the Planetarium, and many other establishments.

. Alioune Diouf, Terre Mère, 2022, Biennale de Dakar, © Khalifa Hussein

Throughout the evening, Alioune Diouf will create an ephemeral sculpture inspired by the sandbanks of the Loire River. The artist invites reflection on the impact of Man on this river and raises awareness of the fragility of the surrounding fauna and flora. Music, art, a multitude of surprises and discoveries... One thing is certain, the Night of the VAN is the event not to be missed!


Night of the VAN
Festive launch of the 13th edition of the Voyage à Nantes, from July 6 to September 8, 2024
Inauguration at Cours Cambronne at 5:30 pm and then throughout the city
Saturday, July 6, opening of the route from 10am, program starting at 5:30pm
Free
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