Events
Most events in Saint-Étienne revolve around music, but there are also literary and theatre festivals, besides the more obvious national holidays.
- Paroles et Musiques – annual
What: Music festival
When: 7-12 May 2008
Admission: 4€ per concert; 30€ per day
Where: Parc-Expo Saint-Étienne
- Festival des 7 collines – annual
What: Theater, dance, cinema, circus and many more.
When: 2 July – 12 July 2008
Admission: 5€ – 18€ per show
Where: various venues
- Fête du livre – annual
What: Literary festival
When: 17 – 19 October 2008
Where: Place de l’Hôtel de Ville and other venues
- Journées du Patrimoine – annual
What: Discover monuments otherwise closed throughout the year.
When: 13-14 September 2008
Admission: Free
Where: various venues
- Electrochoc Festival – annual
What: Electronic music festival
When: March – April 2009
Where: Les Abattoirs, 1 route Isle d’Abeau
- Festival Piano Passion – annual
What: Piano concerts
When: 19 – 24 April 2008
Where: Opéra Théâtre de Saint-Étienne