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: The schedule is split into "Day" sessions (typically 4 PM – 11 PM) and "Nuit" sessions (10 PM – 5 AM). Interestingly, organizers note that day and early evening slots often attract the biggest crowds. Key Programming Pillars

: A dedicated space for debate and reflection. In recent years, themes have included "Techno-politics" and the ethics of AI in music . Nuits Sonores

: The festival takes over roughly 40 unconventional locations, including abandoned locomotive factories like Les Grandes Locos , art galleries, and even swimming pools. : The schedule is split into "Day" sessions

Since its founding in 2003 by the Arty Farty collective , the festival has grown from 15,000 to over . It’s built on a foundation of inclusion, diversity, and "the right to reinvent the city". Expect: In recent years, themes have included "Techno-politics" and

: A family-friendly program ensuring even the youngest "aficionados" can experience the festival energy. Essential Attendee Tips Notes on the Nuits Sonores festival in Lyon

: Five days and four nights of high-profile international headliners and rising local stars.