Le Chainon Missing Festival in Laval
From September 15 to 20, 2026, Laval hosts a new edition of the *Le Chainon Manquant* Festival, a major event in the French performing arts scene.
Located just an hour and a half from Paris by TGV, the city transforms for six days into a vibrant cultural crossroads where emerging artists and industry professionals meet.
Don’t miss this unique cultural event, which draws crowds of curious onlookers and theater enthusiasts every year.
Established in 1991, *Le Chainon Manquant* has become a benchmark in the French performing arts world, much like the Avignon Festival, with which it shares a commitment to high artistic standards.
Over the course of six days, nearly 60 performances spanning theater, puppetry, circus arts, dance, music, street performance, and shows for young audiences take over stages across Laval and the surrounding area.
This 35th edition promises a rich, bold program set in a world that is as organic as it is poetic.
It is a fantastic opportunity for art lovers to enjoy an immersive experience by attending original productions brought to life by companies from all over France.
For the 2026 edition, the festival features several highlights, including:
The Best Western Hôtel de Paris is ideally located for attending the Le Chaînon Manquant festival.
You will be just a short walk from the Théâtre de Laval and the train station, and close to numerous restaurants.
Discover our 50 spacious, air-conditioned rooms each featuring a double bed, a private bathroom with a shower, and a hospitality tray—and enjoy all the comforts of a 3-star hotel.
Upon waking, enjoy a buffet breakfast prepared using local products.
Parking spaces are available around the hotel, and there is a paid car park 450 meters away.
Book your hotel in the heart of Laval now!
Located just an hour and a half from Paris by TGV, the city transforms for six days into a vibrant cultural crossroads where emerging artists and industry professionals meet.
Don’t miss this unique cultural event, which draws crowds of curious onlookers and theater enthusiasts every year.
A must-attend festival to discover the emerging arts scene in Laval
Established in 1991, *Le Chainon Manquant* has become a benchmark in the French performing arts world, much like the Avignon Festival, with which it shares a commitment to high artistic standards.
Over the course of six days, nearly 60 performances spanning theater, puppetry, circus arts, dance, music, street performance, and shows for young audiences take over stages across Laval and the surrounding area.
This 35th edition promises a rich, bold program set in a world that is as organic as it is poetic.
It is a fantastic opportunity for art lovers to enjoy an immersive experience by attending original productions brought to life by companies from all over France.
Le Chaînon Manquant 2026 Program
For the 2026 edition, the festival features several highlights, including:
- Le Chaînon Comedy Club with Alexis Le Rossignol Saturday, September 19 at 9:00 PM at the Théâtre de Laval
- Un verre à soir with Collectif Sur le Pont Thursday the 17th, 11:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- J’aurai voulu être Jeff Bezos with Collectif P4 Wednesday the 16th at 5:15 PM at the Théâtre de Laval
- Jeu de massacre with Cie Les 2 Apaches Thursday, September 17 at 9:15 PM at the Théâtre de Laval
- Le Lac des Cygnes with Cie L’Eolienne Friday the 18th at 9:00 PM at the Théâtre de Laval
- Kontact with Cie Puéril Péril Tuesday the 15th at 3:15 PM and Wednesday the 16th at 12:20 PM at Scomam
- Kibi with Cie Lève Un peu les Bras Sunday the 20th at 4:45 PM at the Jardin de la Perrine
Where to stay during Le Chaînon Manquant?
The Best Western Hôtel de Paris is ideally located for attending the Le Chaînon Manquant festival.
You will be just a short walk from the Théâtre de Laval and the train station, and close to numerous restaurants.
Discover our 50 spacious, air-conditioned rooms each featuring a double bed, a private bathroom with a shower, and a hospitality tray—and enjoy all the comforts of a 3-star hotel.
Upon waking, enjoy a buffet breakfast prepared using local products.
Parking spaces are available around the hotel, and there is a paid car park 450 meters away.
Book your hotel in the heart of Laval now!
