Lenny Kravitz returns to Arkéa Arena with classics and a new phase of his career
Lenny Kravitz will perform at Arkéa Arena in Floirac on Tuesday, August 11, 2026. The show is scheduled to begin at 20:00, and the doors open at 18:30. This is a return to the same venue after the sold-out concert held on April 14, 2025, so this date has a clear local context: audiences in the Bordeaux metropolitan area once again have the opportunity to see a performer whose concerts combine a powerful band, recognizable guitar riffs and a catalogue spanning rock, funk, soul and pop.
Kravitz's concert identity relies equally on songs from the early 1990s, radio hits from the end of that decade and material from the current album cycle. The performance is therefore not intended only for audiences who have followed him since the album Let Love Rule. It is also appealing to visitors familiar with "Are You Gonna Go My Way", "It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over", "Fly Away" or "American Woman", as well as listeners of the album Blue Electric Light.
Ticket sales for this event are under way. For audience members who care about a particular section or view of the stage, it is worth securing tickets in good time.
Return after a sold-out performance at the same venue
The concert in August is not an isolated stop. Kravitz performed at Arkéa Arena in April 2025 during the tour connected with the album Blue Electric Light, and the venue lists that date as sold out. His return less than a year and a half later shows that Floirac is not merely a stop along the way, but a place where strong audience interest already exists.
The new performance is titled Live 2026 and is part of Kravitz's concert schedule for 2026. The event page currently does not list a support act or special guest. Kravitz's concert has been confirmed, but no additional performance or specific line-up should be expected until such information is announced.
Audience members who attended the 2025 concert can expect familiar energy, but not necessarily the same programme. Tours change, new singles come into focus, and the song order is adapted to each phase of the cycle. The exact setlist for Floirac has not been announced.
Rock, funk and soul in the same concert language
Kravitz's sound is recognizable for the way it combines a hard electric riff with the rhythms of funk and soul. In one song, the guitar takes the leading role; in another, the bass and drums create a dance pulse, followed by a ballad in which the voice and melody are more important than volume.
His catalogue includes several clear concert pillars. "Let Love Rule" defines the message of togetherness that runs through much of his work. "Are You Gonna Go My Way" is built on a riff that immediately changes the energy of the space. "It Ain't Over 'Til It's Over" presents the softer, soulful side of his songwriting, while "Fly Away" belongs among the songs that turned him into an arena performer. His cover of "American Woman" demonstrates how he can translate someone else's song into his own compact funk-rock expression.
Fans of classic rock get guitars and a tight band. Audience members more inclined towards soul and funk get groove and vocal warmth. Visitors coming for the biggest hits do not need to know the entire discography to follow the dramatic flow of the performance.
Blue Electric Light gives the concert a contemporary framework
Blue Electric Light was released on May 24, 2024, as Kravitz's twelfth studio album and his first full-length album in five years. He wrote and recorded the material at his studio in the Bahamas and played a large proportion of the instruments on most of the songs. Long-time guitarist Craig Ross is once again an important collaborator.
The album does not reject his earlier identity, but instead intensifies elements that have been part of his sound for decades: firm bass, prominent drums, layered guitars, soul phrasing and occasional psychedelic colours. The singles "TK421", "Human" and "Paralyzed" show three sides of the material. "TK421" is funky and playful, "Human" relies on rhythm and an open pop melody, while "Paralyzed" leans towards a heavier guitar sound.
For concert audiences, this means that the new material does not feel like a separate block between familiar songs. Album reviews highlighted the combination of funk, rock, guitar solos, brass colours and analogue keyboards - elements that transfer well to a large indoor arena.
What audiences can expect from the live performance
Performances during the Blue Electric Light cycle have been described as a combination of new songs, major hits and instrumental moments. On stage, Kravitz is not merely a singer in front of a backing group. The guitar is an important part of his stage presence, and the band is given room for solos.
The concerts move between powerful rock, more rhythmic funk, ballads and songs that invite audience participation. For Floirac, however, the opening song, finale or encore should not be assumed in advance. The exact repertoire has not been announced, and the programme may change between dates.
It is realistic to expect:
- a combination of songs from different periods of his career, rather than from only one album;
- a prominent role for electric guitar, bass and drums;
- alternation between energetic rock songs, funk rhythms and slower soul moments;
- direct interaction with the audience, for which his previous performances have been known;
- production adapted to a large indoor arena.
The venue lists an approximate event duration of 2 hours and 30 minutes. This information should be viewed as a framework for planning the return journey and transport, not as a guarantee of the exact length of Kravitz's performance.
Tickets are particularly interesting for audience members who missed the sold-out performance in 2025. The indoor setting means that the experience does not depend on weather conditions, while the summer date makes it easier to combine the concert with a stay in Bordeaux and the surrounding area.
Who will find the concert particularly appealing
Long-time fans will have the opportunity to hear how Kravitz performs today the songs that have marked more than three decades of his career. His voice, guitar approach and visual identity have remained easily recognizable, while the current album shows that he does not rely solely on nostalgia.
A broader audience can enter through the biggest hits. Even a visitor who does not follow every album probably knows several choruses and riffs. The concert will be particularly suitable for:
- rock fans who appreciate funk and soul rhythms;
- audiences who want to hear familiar hits performed by a full band;
- listeners of the album Blue Electric Light and its singles;
- visitors who prefer an arena concert with seated sections and a standing floor, depending on the purchased category;
- travellers who want to combine the concert with a short stay in the Bordeaux area.
The age policy for this event lists a minimum age of 3 and a recommended minimum age of 7. Parents should take into account the volume, the duration of the evening and the late finish, even when a child is permitted to enter.
Arkéa Arena and the feeling of closeness to the performer
Arkéa Arena is located in Floirac, at 48-50 Avenue Jean Alfonséa. The venue operates in several configurations, with a capacity of approximately 2,500 to 11,300 places, depending on the type of event. The actual concert capacity depends on the position of the stage, the production and the sections that are open.
The venue has a 3,000-square-metre floor area. In a standing concert configuration, it can accommodate up to 5,500 people, while the stands in an amphitheatre layout add up to 5,800 places.
The floor provides the most direct feeling of energy and proximity, but requires more standing. The lower stands offer a view of the stage with less physical effort. The upper sections provide a broader view of the lighting and the entire production, but with greater distance from the performer. The venue plan may change, so the category shown on the ticket is more important than the general plan.
The acoustic experience depends on the production, the position of the speakers and the seat. Hearing protection is recommended for visitors who are sensitive to volume, particularly on the floor or near speaker systems.
Key information for planning the evening
- Performer: Lenny Kravitz
- Venue: Arkéa Arena, 48-50 Avenue Jean Alfonséa, 33270 Floirac, France
- Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
- Start: 20:00
- Doors open: 18:30
- Approximate event duration: 2 hours and 30 minutes
- The ticket is valid for one day
- Minimum age: 3 years
- Recommended minimum age: 7 years
- No support act or special guest is currently listed
Arriving around the time the doors open leaves enough time for the security check and for finding the correct section. Arriving later increases the risk of congestion on the approaches and at the entrances.
It is worth securing tickets in good time and checking the information on the ticket again before departure. The schedule, entrance and rules may be updated closer to the event.
Arrival by public transport, car and bicycle
Arkéa Arena has a direct Navette Arena connection with Bordeaux Saint-Jean station and the Place Stalingrad area. Transport is included in TBM network tickets, and for major events the number of departures is adjusted to the expected attendance.
The venue is also served by bus routes 1, 24, 25, 28 and H. The route should be checked on the day of the concert because schedules and traffic regulations may change. After the event ends, it is useful to head immediately towards the designated stop.
For arrival by car, exit 23 from the northern section of the ring road and exit 22b from the southern side are indicated. The public Parking Arena is located near the venue, while park-and-ride locations are connected to public transport and arena shuttle services. Parking in the surrounding streets is not a reliable alternative when the venue is close to full capacity.
There are more than 600 bicycle spaces nearby and a Le Vélo Métropole station. The return cycling route should be planned in advance.
Floirac and Bordeaux as a base for travellers
Floirac is located on the right bank of the Garonne, within the wider urban area of Bordeaux. The area around Bordeaux Saint-Jean station is practical because of its railway connections and transport towards the arena, while central Bordeaux provides easy access to city attractions before the concert.
August can bring high temperatures. Although the concert takes place indoors, waiting for transport and walking to the entrance take place outside. Light clothing, water in accordance with entry rules and sufficient time are more useful than attempting to arrive in the final few minutes.
For travellers from outside France, the simplest approach is to plan the evening around the confirmed points: arrival in Bordeaux, transport to Floirac, doors opening at 18:30 and the start at 20:00.
Entry rules and what to leave at the accommodation
Arkéa Arena carries out security checks. Items listed as prohibited include bags larger than 15 litres, glass bottles, cans, plastic bottles larger than 50 cl, flammable products, umbrellas, megaphones, sharp objects and external batteries. The rules may be adapted for an individual event, so it is useful to bring as few belongings as possible and check the latest instructions before departure.
A small bag speeds up the inspection. The digital ticket should be opened before reaching the scanner, with the phone battery sufficiently charged. Since external batteries may be among the prohibited items, it is sensible to charge the phone before leaving the accommodation.
For this date, details that have not been announced should not be assumed. The support act, special guest and exact repertoire are not listed. What is known provides a sufficiently solid framework: a return after a sold-out concert, the current phase connected with Blue Electric Light, a large indoor arena and a catalogue that connects early fans with audiences familiar with the biggest hits.
Sources:
- Arkéa Arena - date, schedule, doors opening, duration, age rules, previous sold-out concert and event information
- LennyKravitz.com - Live 2026 concert schedule and confirmation of the Floirac date
- BMG - release date, context and information about the album Blue Electric Light and its singles
- Arkéa Arena, Accès & Transports and Organiser un évènement - address, transport, parking, bicycles, configurations and venue capacity
- Bordeaux Métropole - Navette Arena, transport options and practical arrival at the venue
- Associated Press and concert reviews from the Blue Electric Light cycle - description of the musical direction and the experience of previous live performances