The Vaison Festivals ticket office, located within the tourist information centre at Vaison Ventoux Provence, will open on 30 March 2026. Click HERE to find out the ticket office’s opening days and times. Online ticketing at www.vaison-danses.com On performance nights: tickets available on the door at the festival entrance from 8.00 pm to 10.15 pm, subject to availability.

Phone : 06.49.42.02.88 billetterie@vaison-danses.com

Prices vary according to the series chosen. A discount is applied to the normal rate for 4 shows or more, depending on the series. Reduced rate: upon presentation of proof of age (under 18s). Youth rate: applied to children up to 16 years of age. Children’s ages may be checked when tickets are issued and at the entrance to the show. Vaisonnais rate: on sale only at the Vaison-la-Romaine Tourist Office and on presentation of proof of address when purchasing tickets.

The following are permitted: water bottles of less than 50 cl, bags (maximum 20 litres), cushions and blankets. Shows start at 10pm: access to the stands is possible from 9pm. A reception and seating team is on hand to help you find your way around the theatre. Toilet facilities are available inside the ancient theatre.

People with reduced mobility

Access and assistance are reserved for people with reduced mobility. Seats are reserved on an adapted platform and for accompanying persons, with a limit of one accompanying person per person with reduced mobility. The festival team is at your disposal and invites you to write to them at the following e-mail address: billetterie@vaison-la-romaine.fr

Vaison Danses

The cultural and artistic event in Vaison Ventoux Provence

Every year, the magnificent town of Vaison-la-Romaine, the jewel of Provence, comes alive with a unique energy during the unmissable Vaison Danses Festival.

A true cultural and artistic highlight, this festival attracts audiences from all over the world to celebrate dance in all its forms. Loversof the performing arts, immerse yourselves in this enchanting world where tradition, creativity and passion come together. Exceptional evenings to experience and share in the heart of the ancient theatre of Vaison-la-Romaine!

A highlight of the ‘ Vaison Ventoux Provence ’ not to be missed! The Vaison Danses Festival will be celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2026 and looks forward to welcoming you from 10 to 25 July to mark this milestone in style!

Dido And Enee By Blanca Li

Dan Aucante

Emotions and discoveries around dance

From classical ballet to contemporary dance, from the bewitching rhythms of flamenco to the acrobatic performances of hip-hop, the Festival Vaison Danses offers a programme as diverse as it is captivating. Some exceptional companies are doing the festival proud, and look forward to sharing their shows with you!

Every evening, the stage of the ancient theatre in Vaison-la-Romaine lights up to welcome internationally renowned artists as well as emerging talents, guaranteeing moments rich in emotion and discovery.

Whether you love dance a little, a lot, passionately or madly, this festival is for you! Open your eyes, listen carefully and enjoy these fabulous performances. This magical place will take you down memory lane!

Programme Festival Vaison Danses #2026

1.Friday 10 July‘Core Meu’ – Les Ballets de Monte-Carlo

2.Wednesday 15th July"In The Brain - Shechter II

3.Saturday 18th July"Mycelium" - Lyon Opera Ballet

4.Wednesday 22nd July"Carmen - Abou Lagraa Tunis Opera Ballet

5.Saturday 25 July"Just one last dance" - Malandain Ballet Biarritz

Trailer Vaison Danses #2026

Vaison Danses 2026

The 2026 edition of the Vaison Danses Festival will be staged from 10 to 25 July for a series of exceptional evenings in the heart of the ancient theatre of Vaison-la-Romaine. The festival celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2026!

A diverse programme of exceptional evenings featuring dancers of both national and international renown, offering a variety of styles and artistic expressions.

Practical info

Tickets
- The Vaison Festivals ticket office, located within the tourist information centre at Vaison Ventoux Provence, will open on 30 March 2026. Click HERE to find out the ticket office’s opening days and times.
- Online ticketing at www.vaison-danses.com
- On performance nights: tickets available on the door at the festival entrance from 8.00 pm to 10.15 pm, subject to availability.
Contact
- Phone : 06.49.42.02.88
- billetterie@vaison-danses.com
Rate
- Prices vary according to the series chosen. A discount is applied to the normal rate for 4 shows or more, depending on the series.
- Reduced rate: upon presentation of proof of age (under 18s).
- Youth rate: applied to children up to 16 years of age. Children’s ages may be checked when tickets are issued and at the entrance to the show.
- Vaisonnais rate: on sale only at the Vaison-la-Romaine Tourist Office and on presentation of proof of address when purchasing tickets.
Show evenings
- The following are permitted: water bottles of less than 50 cl, bags (maximum 20 litres), cushions and blankets.
- Shows start at 10pm: access to the stands is possible from 9pm.
- A reception and seating team is on hand to help you find your way around the theatre.
- Toilet facilities are available inside the ancient theatre.
People with reduced mobility
- Access and assistance are reserved for people with reduced mobility.
- Seats are reserved on an adapted platform and for accompanying persons, with a limit of one accompanying person per person with reduced mobility.
- The festival team is at your disposal and invites you to write to them at the following e-mail address: billetterie@vaison-la-romaine.fr

Vaison Danses at the Nymphée

The Vaison Danses festival also features some exceptional performances in the heart of the Nymphée theatre, with the magnificent show by the region’s young talents as a prelude! We look forward to a wonderful evening with these rising stars!

Tickets for performances at the Nymphée :

On the Friends of Vaison Danses website, at the Montfort bookshop and on the night of the performance (subject to availability).

Price :
1 show: €10 to €15 depending on the show / 3-show pass (13, 17 and 20 July: €35 (€5 for under-18s).

Tickets for the preamble to Vaison Danses with the young talent show on 8 July at 9pm at the Théâtre du Nymphée Léonard Gianadda: free tickets can be collected from the Vaison-la-Romaine tourist office from 22 June.

"Near Life Experience" Ballet Preljocaj Junior - Vaison Danses at the Nymphée Léonard Gianadda theater

Vaison Danses Around the festival

Alongside the main performances, the festival also features an ‘OFF’ programme. These include events such as dance workshops, talks, meet-the-artist sessions, massive street dance sessions around the city, and masterclasses… These activities offer audiences the chance to deepen their understanding of dance and to interact with professionals in the field.

Vaison Danses 2026 Programme12MB

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History of the Festival

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Vaison Danses

This high-quality festival has been celebrating dance in this prestigious setting since 1996. Maurice Béjart and Carolyn Carlson opened the first edition.

Pierre-François Heuclin is currently artistic director of the Vaison Danses festival. Year after year, he strives to perpetuate an eclectic, high-quality festival and create an unforgettable experience for all lovers of the performing arts!

An association called ‘Les Amis de Vaison Danses’ has even been set up to support the festival.