MUsIC MAGIC MYTH

THE RITEs of sPRING

7 - 10 MAY 2026

LA BRICHE, RILLE, 37340

Deep in the French countryside, in the ruins of a 19th century industrial farm known as La Briche, the third edition of the Rites of Spring is manifesting: an eclectic musical gathering organized by the Music Magic Myth gang.

This is an invitation to inhabit our creative sanctuary for 4 days of music, magic and myth. Our home becomes yours: a place where artists and boundary dwellers gather under the stars to entwine with the living cosmos.

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MUsIC

 Through sounds we explore the thread connecting ancient times to possible futures. Our programming is an alchemical fusion of ancestral acoustic traditions and the bleeding edge of electronica where the analog and digital realms intersect.

MAGIC

 Magic here isn't an aesthetic - it's operational. Esotericists and practitioners guide divinatory readings and ceremonies. Musicians and artists create space for connection with the more than human world. On the dance floor, we return the rave to its true origin: a collective, queer dionysian ritual.

MYTH

La Briche carries layers: 19th century industrial ambition crumbled into soil for strange gardens where past and future negotiate through art and metamorphosis. Through theatrical performances, workshops, talks and ceremonial practices, we relive ancient stories while giving birth to new ones.

follywood studio

A former chicken coop transformed into a professional recording studio and intimate live stage.

sPACEs

Teepee stage

  A dedicated ceremonial space for the sacred fire right next to our main dancefloor featuring a high-fidelity sound system (Funktion One) and visual mapping..

The Magic Forest

 A young forest growing on the ruins of a 4000m2 steampowered cathedral of grain featuring immersive art installations, performances and the surreal "Piano Graveyard".

galleruin

The gutted remains of an old workers cottage converted into an art gallery and experimental sound installation (The G Ruin).

spaceship

  An dedicated installation space with a selection of immersive sonic and artistic experiences.

ExPerience

  • Synthetic Sonic Timeline: A continuous musical journey blending acoustic live bands and  electronic explorations.

  • Divination & Magic: On-site divinators offering readings and practical magic sessions.

  • Experiential Workshops: Skill-sharing sessions including sound synthesis, modular wiring, and ritual practices.

  • Theatre & Performance: Mythical storytelling, dance and performance art.

  • Visual Mapping: Large-scale light architecture projected onto the century-old structures

ESentials

  • On-Site Camping: Tent area with access to water points.

  • Sanitary Facilities: Dry toilets and outdoor shower available for all attendees.

  • Nomad Food Stalls: Curated selection of food vendors offering global and local flavors (e.g., Moroccan cuisine, wood-fired pizza).

  • Secure Parking: General parking area located within the festival grounds

PRACTICAL INFO

  • For the greatest ease of movement we recommend coming with your own vehicle or carpooling. The location is a 3hr drive from Paris and a 40min drive from Tours the closest transport hub.

    TGV’s run regularly from Paris to Saint Pierre des Corps or Tours station, the journey takes about 1 hour and costs from 20-50euros.

    From Tours you can rent a car or take a local train to Langeais 15km from the site.

    160 La Briche, 37340 Rillé

  • An ample campground with solar showers and compost toilets will be available onsite. We will also be providing a limited number of glamping style bell tents please get in touch ASAP if you wish to book one.

    You are also welcome to book accommodation in a local BnB, options range from rustic to 5 star castle luxury. Here is a non exhaustive list of locations

    https://europe.huttopia.com/site/village-lac-de-rille/

    https://www.gites-touraine.com/location-vacances-Chambre-d-hotes-Le-Chateau-De-Hommes-a-Hommes-37G7073.html

    https://www.chambres-chateaudegizeux.com/

  • There will be food trucks available onsite providing vegan and vegetarian options. There will also be an outdoor cooking area with a fire pit if you wish to bring your own supplies.

    The closest supermarket is a 10min drive and on Friday and Saturday there is farm to table butcher 5 min drive away that can provide fresh meats for the BBQ.

  • Guests are strongly encouraged to bring costume attire with a magical springtime theme. Maenads, fawns, satyrs and nymphs.

  • Camping equipment, musical instruments, magical tools.