Events calendar Lot-Et-Garonne

The tourist office chose several years ago to blackmail, dance the spirit of the city when the sun starts to decline these summer evenings… So let yourself be taken by hand, sit down, listen to the notes that fly, and if you have ants in your legs, don't hesitate. his, rock and other rhythms are there to make you want to share unforgettable moments.

It's a tradition. Every summer, Agen celebrates the theatre. The Agen Theatre Festival is a series of shows presented outdoors, in an old cloister where the acoustics are excellent, for both young and old.

The Green Horizon lounge in Villeneuve-sur-Lot is a unique event in the region. A showcase of the commercial offer in the field of ecology with more than 200 exhibitors, it has, since its creation, favoured meetings and debates around selected themes. The programme of the round tables, workshops, exhibitions, free concert and many other animations. Find the entire program at www.horizonvert.com.

Organized by the winegrowers of the Côtes de Duras, these two days mix pleasure, sharing and good mood under the aegis of the AOC. The festivities begin on Saturday with a rugby match and a meal with music in the village. On Sunday, the wine fair is held from 10 am with induction by the Maréchalat des Côtes de Duras. Concerts and animations for children punctuate the day, before the sound and light show projected on the facade of the castle in the evening. This weekend has become an unmissable event in the Duraquois.

Since 1845, Tournon-d'Agenais this year still ses its rosières. Visit Sunday at noon. But in addition to this event, many animations add to the festival: contests, bowls, retraite, torchlight, carriages, balls and fireworks. To know the full program, don't hesitate to take a look at the city site: www.tournon-reporter.com.

Talks receipts are transmitted from mother to daughter. Indeed, each in the canton has its own family'secrets ', but the basis remains the same: a superposition of fine layers of pasta, apples, baked oven and fed with a "slightly" alcoholic syrup. The decoration, the so-called glass hat, is also composed of oiled and sweetened pieces of dough, handmade and individually cooked. But the essence of secrecy lies in the hand of the artisan. Sale and entertainment all day in the presence of thirty craftsmen.

It has been a tradition for almost 30 years. On 1 May 2017, the event organized by the Association Les Amis de la Bastide, the Fair aux Fleurs, will celebrate its 27 ^th edition. A nice rendezvous in the heart of Tournon-d'Agenais that lovers of beautiful plants would not fail under any pretext. The programme of magnificent flowers, but also exhibitions, musical animations… All in a friendly atmosphere with the village associations.

This is a sacred tradition in the medieval village of Penne-d'Agenais. The festivities of the Talks fair will begin on Saturday with a country meal. As well as every year, in addition to the numerous animations, the most curious can discover and perhaps even participate in the competition of the best salty or sweet talks that will take place on Sunday morning just before the induction of new "tourtièraires" by the brotherhood of La Talks.

On the program, arts and craftsmen of ancient trades: blacksmiths, leatherworkers, glass engravers, jewelers, cabinetmakers, basket makers, booksellers and others sell their products or demonstrate their know-how. Various workshops are organized (calligraphy, archery, goldsmithing, etc.) and medieval companies perform all day long: acrobats, fighters, chivalry tournaments, equestrian fire show... Everything is provided for you to eat at the tavern. The setting on fire of the castle and a fireworks display conclude the festival in beauty.

The children's festival in Villeneuve-sur-Lot is a much-anticipated event for the town's youngest residents. It takes place every year in the Parc Saint-Cyr, right in the center of town. During this day, children can enjoy games, sunshine and good spirits. It's a chance for them to have fun and enjoy themselves with family and friends. The Children's Festival is a not-to-be-missed summer event in Villeneuve-sur-Lot.

Throughout this weekend, Caudecoste celebrates the festival of La Madeleine. Tradition wants this event to be crowned with various animations, fireworks, a ball and a grenier. Of course, you can count on the numerous rides that make this feast a real moment of joy and sharing for both large and small. Will you let yourself try?

In the former municipal school of Astaffort, the town of Associations has been rehabilitated by amateurs from all walks of life since 2005. The music sounds for three days in a beautiful spirit of interaction and conviviality. The appointment is not only about musicians, the public can attend a concert of the trainees and share their passion for the evening. This year, the demonstration will celebrate its ten years.

As every year, at the end of November and at the beginning of December, the village of Monflanquin celebrates the Saint-André fair. This fair has been in existence since the creation of the Charter of Customs of Monflanquin in 1256. Once again the programme will be rich and diversified throughout the weekend with musical animations, a carnival, exhibitions, a handicraft market, etc.

"Garonne en fête" celebrates the Garonne River. On this day, the Agen conurbation creates an event around water. Not only sports, but also culture and local delicacies are in the spotlight. The program includes canoe trips down the Garonne, a trail race, an eco-rando walk, bike rides, Garonne Plage and a local farmers' market. A festive family event not to be missed. More information on the website.