Fun and entertainment Pyrénées-Atlantiques

New Bowling des Pyrénées is both a leisure facility and a sports club, the BC Palois school-club, accredited by the French Bowling and Bowling Federation. With 12 approved lanes, the club offers sports bowling for youngsters in the minimes, cadets and juniors categories, and caters for children and adults alike. We can also organize your child's birthday party (up to age 12, 16 euros per head), which includes two parties, chocolate cake, sweets and unlimited drinks. It's also possible to dine on site at the bar-snack bar, from Tuesday to Saturday, for around 20 euros per person.

It is easy to find, because next to the town hall, and very recognisable by its doors with etched windows and its green including trefoil... Was the bike hanging from the ceiling served to Lisdoonvarna, whose management is indicated on a sign on the post is set right in the middle of the room? Perhaps the boat even made it possible to cross the Ocean... A heterogeneous objects of alba, neon signs boasting Guinness and Beamish framed with the newspaper cuttings, remember that here, you are in Ireland. The service is therefore done at the bar: eleven pressure and about as many whiskies can be enjoyed in front of the giant screen, while nibbling, or listening to the concert given every weekend...

Not to be missed at mealtimes (see section), this bodega is also a must for aperitifs or in the evening. A real pleasure in this absolutely superb place, - rusty walls on the bar and the walls, bluish lighting... Gilles Lafitte, master restaurateur, is at the helm, with his tonic team. To make you live a good moment around a classic sangria or more sophisticated cocktails - Piña Colada, Caïpirinia, etc... - fresh fruit juices but also wines, especially by the glass, in an eloquent menu on which you can read this little sentence by Baudelaire, taken from the Fleurs du Mal, illustrating the Journal des vins, originally presented on a stand: "I feel immense joy when I fall into the throat of a man worn out by work and his warm chest is a sweet bomb where I enjoy myself much better... than in my cold cellars! ».

This is the place to be in the lively Halles district of Biarritz! You'll recognize it by the barrels on the sidewalk, around which the regulars sit to enjoy a glass of wine, a flute of champagne accompanied by tapas, sliced ham chiffonnade, foie gras toast - another house specialty - Basque charcuterie from both sides of the border, and oysters. A colorful place with the best recipes from the Basque country and dishes inspired by nearby Spain.

Kako and her team are still at the helm of this not-to-be-missed spot for gourmets who like to come for an aperitif before dining out. The convivial, subdued atmosphere along the large, pewter-covered wooden bar displays the rations: Basque blood sausage, calamari, veal sweetbreads, homemade foie gras, pintxos and more. And plates to share. An invitation to taste them over a sangria, a homemade Americano before a dessert...homemade.

This magical place, run by the Famose family, has been a must-see since its creation, with its terrace overlooking the beach, its bistronomic restaurant inspired by local gastronomy, its tapas bar that comes to life at sunset, and the beach that transforms into a dancefloor with its podium tables. The festive sounds and rhythms of today's top DJs will light up your evenings on the beach at Ilbarritz! And let's not forget the quality of our seasonal dishes: grilled fish, chipirons, blue baba...

The 400 m² space is full of surprises! On one side is the full-length bar, with its small tile roofs, beams and cartwheel, and next to it, a few barrels on which to enjoy a beer from an exceptional selection - 250 including 18 on draught - to accompany a plancha of foie gras, boudin, pâté, cheese.... The wine cellar has been expanded into a beautiful space: you can taste wines from the ⁵⁰ bottles on offer, with concerts once a month... In another area opposite the bar, a number of pallets and crates on the floor are ready to be taken away. On sale from single bottles to assorted beers.

It was not until 1854 that the idea of creating a theater in Pau was first mooted. Closed in 1978 for safety reasons, it was reopened 11 years later by André Labarrère, who gave it a serious facelift, including the superb ceiling by^Mme Lacay-Burato. After a few twists and turns and some final renovations, it reopened its doors in 2016, and this little Italian-style theater is now the prestigious backdrop for Palais's cultural scene. It's true that its 430 seats make it an intimate setting where artists and audiences establish a real closeness, conducive to the emotions that are inevitably at the rendezvous. What a beautiful, lively and magical venue!

Quartier Libre's 1,980 m² bowling alley features 16 AMF synthetic lanes, including 8 magic lanes for children with a launch ramp for under-5s. In addition, 20 billiard tables are available, 12 in English pool and 8 in American pool. There's a cosy bar with red armchairs and a giant screen for sports broadcasts. Various packages are available to take advantage of all the attractions of this huge air-conditioned leisure area, where the ball (bowling or billiards) is the undisputed star! A friendly, festive atmosphere is guaranteed, with a snack menu for those who are feeling peckish.

In the heart of the city center, the Connemara is a "bar licence boîte" as its many regulars say! A veritable institution, this aspect definitely makes it an establishment like no other. In some ways it's just a bar, in others it's more like a nightclub. On the outside, it's easy to spot with its red-and-green-painted wooden facade; inside, it's all wood, like an authentic Irish pub, with an upstairs gallery running around the dance floor animated by a big screen. Here, good humor and conviviality are the order of the day, with or without whisky, beer and cocktails, as Connemara frequently organizes theme evenings.

Inside, the counter takes pride of place in the middle of a room full of character, and we love the lounge area at the heart of a small, intimate stage with its leather club armchairs. It opens onto the terrace, which is another highlight of the place, as you're on boulevard des Pyrénées and the terrace faces you. A short fast-food menu offers you the chance to eat on the go! And if you've got a sweet tooth, waffles and crêpes are on the menu. The Café Russe is a real atmospheric bar, with a great range of drinks on offer, including an extensive whisky cellar, a well thought-out rum cellar and an impressive list of alcoholic and non-alcoholic cocktails.

The site is exceptional, with the ocean in full view. With a terrace on the ground floor, a pergola upstairs and a panoramic bar. A magical fusion of land and ocean, where you can enjoy a simple drink, a cocktail or even a gourmet break or dinner in the open air. Numerous themed evenings and events throughout the year. Every Sunday during the summer season is brunch time. Slates to share, featuring seasonal and mainly local produce: ham, Landaise and ewe's milk cheese. Entrecôte à la plancha....

Atabal, with 700 seats, has been the Biarritz music scene for over 18 years. With around a hundred concerts a year, the eclectic program is effective, from metal to hip-hop to reggae. A friendly bar is open on concert evenings. There's also an exhibition room featuring local artists, a multimedia space, and a rehearsal and recording studio. Atabal also offers guitar, bass, drums, singing and keyboard lessons... and a boutique selling bags and T-shirts for souvenirs. A creative city within a city.

Welcome to the JOA casino in Saint-Jean-de-Luz. Play, dare and have fun. These are just some of the promises that underpin the gambling spirit of a JOA Group casino. The slot machine room and table games room are one and the same: poker, ultimate poker, blackjack and roulette all coexist in a highly attractive room. With, as a European exclusive, the world's largest machine: over 3.10 m. Upstairs, enjoy the air-conditioned restaurant and its breathtaking view over the bay.

On a 5-hectare site, the Berdery karting circuit has opened two open-air paintball fields. It's conveniently located north of Pau, close to exit 9.1 of the A64 freeway. A series of casemates immerse you in a state-of-the-art "urban guerrilla" atmosphere. Several scenarios are possible, all with a high degree of adrenalin! No screens or laser beams here. We like the "traditional" feel of paint splattered on your opponents. You can also try the escape game-paintball, which invites you to solve original enigmas while discovering new worlds. Perfect for families, friends or special events.

The Théâtre Quintaou continues to evolve in its programming and organization. Now a recognized arts venue, it has even become an original cultural institution in the heart of Anglet. With a 791-seat auditorium (adjustable to 400), a multi-purpose stage with a 14 m opening, 7 dressing rooms with showers, this living space also houses another area dedicated to creation, rehearsals, broadcasting and exhibitions. A high-quality brasserie restaurant is open all year round on the premises.

Just a stone's throw from the beaches, ideal for enjoying the authenticity of a coffee roasted in Hossegor. Volt Café offers a wide variety of artisanal coffees, to enjoy on site or to take away. Green coffees, mainly from sustainable and fair-trade agriculture, with a rating of over 84/100... Producers and suppliers include Ethiopia, Brazil, Guatemala, etc. A unique savoir-faire where the roasted green coffee is followed by the roaster whose mission is to offer a unique, artisanal coffee. And you can enjoy the moment with a home-made pastry.

Escape at your fingertips! That's the promise of this fun and entertaining escape game in the heart of Pau! Can you make it out of the Haunted Motel alive, find your way to the other side of the looking glass, or return to childhood for an enchanted interlude? The worlds explored here offer something for everyone: thrills, fantasy and humor. Special mention must go to the Retour en enfance (Back to childhood) room, imagined and scripted by Pierre, the master of the house! You won't find it anywhere else! The other 2 rooms present accomplished scenarios with complex quests. What a great time! Stunning decorations!

"Logic will get you from point A to point B. Imagination will get you where you want to go. Imagination will take you wherever you want to go." (Albert Einstein). That's the best definition of an escape game! Embark with Ilusiom on a journey to the farthest reaches of the universe, thanks to the masters of time, using the ship Kepler, and discover the incredible mystery it conceals... Enter the world of the Knights Templar, where mysteries and dark secrets rub shoulders... Be the ephemeral adventurers and work as a team to solve the riddles in 1h30. Special effects and innovative mechanisms!

La Maison du Jeu Francas embodies the spirit of play as a tool for learning, socialization and pleasure, offering a vast choice of board games, construction games and role-playing games. It's a place where there's something for everyone. The toy library is open to all, from toddlers to adults. Families, school groups and friends come together to share moments of play, strengthening social and intergenerational ties. Here, play is a powerful tool for personal development and lifelong learning.

Tempus Escape is a 500 m² space dedicated to the Escape Game, a game in which a team (2 to 5 people) plunges into a real movie with real sets, all in a restricted space full of clues for a limited time, with enigmas calling on observation, logic, deduction and team spirit. 5 game rooms and 4 scenarios: Quizz Game, Gang of Birmingham, Reservation 1313, Professor Stanley's Artifact, Prisoners of the Cold Room and UrbanQuest, a connected urban outdoor treasure hunt. So, are you ready to immerse yourself?

This tapas bar is an ideal place to relax in downtown Pau. Its typically Spanish ambience will instantly immerse you in the festive atmosphere of Spain. The focal point of the tapas bar experience is its cuisine. Specialties of the Iberian Peninsula, tapas are small portions of Spanish dishes served for sharing(tortillas, patatas bravas, ham...). Casa Iruña also offers fine cuts of meat, such as prime rib or duck breast, sliced and shared. Numerous cocktails are served alongside Spanish cuisine. A festive address where joy and sharing come together!

Lauga Côté Scène is a year-round program of popular shows, theater and music for everyone. The 2024 season remains in big-event mode, to the delight of young and old alike. The 1,000 to 3,000-seat multi-purpose sports and cultural hall boasts a sound system that is unique in the Basque Country. A must-see event for fans of hip-hop dance, Irish ballads, comedy shows... an eclectic year-round program with an optimized pricing policy.

Bowlingstar is a bowling alley with 20 computerized lanes in a dream location in a dynamic neighborhood, but it's also 23 billiard tables... There's also a bar and lounge area, and a huge space for organizing parties, events, birthdays and seminars, combining relaxation and business, with the possibility of meals organized with a local caterer... Billiards lessons are available for beginners, advanced players and even toddlers, with their own track and lighter balls.

The Galway brilliantly recreates the atmosphere of English and Irish pubs, with its green tones, wood furnishings and so-Irish decor. A wide variety of beers and spirits are on offer. Lovers of the genre and expatriates alike will nostalgically find themselves in this place, which is sometimes quiet, sometimes lively, but always authentic. Perfect for late afternoons or evenings out with friends and family. What's more, its location on the Boulevard des Pyrénées gives it an incredible terrace with a view of the mountains, a magnificent sight when the weather's clear. Service is fast and friendly.

This majestic Grand Hôtel, facing the Atlantic, is a mecca for gastronomy, luxury hotels and elegance. While the spa, the hotel and its restaurants deserve our full attention, it's also in the lounge-bar that we're going to turn our attention, the Clipper. It's a cosy, British-style bar, with soft sofas when the weather's bad outside, or on one of the deckchairs overlooking the sea at sunset. Enjoy a plate of oysters, a platter of Basque charcuterie or a sweet from our pastry chef.

This is the dance-floor, lounge bar and function room of the Casino de Pau. At the heart of this elegant establishment is the Dance Floor, a vibrant space dedicated to dance and music. On Saturday evenings, the Royal Lounge opens its doors and its starry dance floor, from 10 p.m. until the end of the night. Regular parties are organized with national DJs invited to perform at the Royal Lounge. With 500 m² of floor space, the venue can also accommodate corporate seminars and group dinners. It boasts the largest indoor LED screen in Pau. Separate entrance from the Casino, with shared parking. Checkrooms at the entrance. Catering on site.

For an after-party, this is where the party continues. The migratory flow of all ages heads for the Carré Coast, which has been attracting night owls with its blue lights for over 10 years. In its luxurious, cosy and festive setting overlooking the large beach, the club vibrates to the sound of house and electro, attracting its crowd to the dancefloor. With its lounge atmosphere and VIP spirit, the club's reputation is clear. The club's reputation is built on the quality of its service and its cosy, festive atmosphere. With a VIP lounge and exclusive Premium gin bar.

A 400-seat venue with a documentation center, four rehearsal rooms, a recording studio and even an artists' residence, the Route du Son is the musical counterpart to the Bel Ordinaire. It is the Centre de Musiques Actuelles de la Communauté d'agglomération Pau Pyrénées. It is run by the musical association L'Ampli, which promotes contemporary music in the south-west of France, as well as by other associations such as ACP, A Tant Rêver du Roi and Pau Concert Production. La Route du Son accompanies initiatives and projects, providing support for production, welcoming musicians, distribution and information.

Well-known to students for its location on the university campus, La Centrifugeuse is nonetheless a performance venue open to all, regardless of age. With seating for 400 standing and 200 seated, it offers a comfortable, intimate space for concerts, dance, circus and theater performances, meetings and debates, often focusing on the discoveries and talents of tomorrow. It's a place that never rests, always evolving and innovating. Bands of all kinds take to the stage, where the emphasis is on diversity, eclecticism and celebration. From conceptual musical creations to more classic productions.

Le Lutrin Gourmand is much more than a simple tea room-restaurant, it is a real place of meetings and discoveries. Between delicious teas, homemade pastries and tasty dishes, you will find here an unforgettable culinary experience. This place is also a refuge for literature lovers. Indeed, you can immerse yourself in a book while tasting your favorite dishes. With its warm atmosphere, the Lutrin Gourmand is the ideal place to meet with friends or family. Activities: language courses, creative workshops, association meetings, board games and theme nights. At the back, don't miss the nice terrace.

We're all familiar with Le Suisse restaurant, so well placed in Saint-Jean-de-Luz on Place Louis XIV. In a different style and in a different register, a wine bar completes the offer proposed by the owners of both Le Suisse and La Txalupa. Three structures, three different images with one thing in common: conviviality. Wine by the glass, of course (this is a wine bar), but also daily tapas and platters... An ideal location in the heart of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, facing the port.

This place for cultural sharing is backed by an art house cinema in Guéthary, fully renovated with the latest digital equipment, the comfort of night-blue seats, and also a multi-cultural venue including artistic and digital workshops for all ages (computers and equipment are provided by the cinema), a venue for exhibitions, artist residencies, privatizable spaces and an associative café. A program of national releases, heritage films, independent films (in VO) and sound creations for all.

The Corsaire pub is still as attractive as ever for generations of Luziens and Luziennes. The decor has been modernized over the years, but the bar's overall caravel-shaped interior remains unchanged. The lounge or jazzy atmosphere can be lively on certain evenings, particularly at weekends. Matches are regularly broadcast on a giant screen. You'll find a wide range of beers from around the world, cocktails with or without alcohol, a fine selection of wines, gins and whiskies, and a few tapas of the day and sharing platters to satisfy the munchies.

Once a year, for 4 days, dressed in black and a red scarf, Luziens parade through the streets of the town center to the rhythm of bandas and street music. It's the major event in the city of Corsairs, and attracts more and more people every year. Musical and sporting events are scheduled throughout the festivities, as well as tastings of typical Basque products. You'll also discover traditional games such as the Basque force. At the same time, it's the big braderie and the funfair.

Overlooking the small beach of Biarritz's Port-Vieux, a moment of escape is guaranteed in this lounge bar-restaurant, with its warm, natural decor, its feet in the sand, and its panoramic terrace. A chic, cosy atmosphere, ideal for a convivial moment with friends, family or a romantic duo. All day long, until dusk, our unique cocktail bar will delight you with sweet, subtle and thirst-quenching flavors, for magical moments. A place to remember on your stay in the Basque Country.

Le Magicien Bastian is a magician who offers shows and entertainment to entertain young and old. With his website, it's easy to find all the information you need to contact him and book his services.

This friendly cocktail bar is run by a dynamic duo. Behind the counter, Marc and Xavier create made-to-measure cocktails, with or without alcohol, from a regularly changing menu. Cocktails of the moment like the 10%, boletus-infused bourbon, the P.C.F, bourbon tonic and blueberry, the Piaï M Pi, calvados, maple and Anixa apple juice... as well as local beers, red, rosé, white wines and champagnes. All accompanied by plates to share, with cheese, burrata, ham, cured meats and homemade croque-monsieur.

Welcome to the Espace Jéliote - Centre national de la Marionnette! This enchanting space celebrates the thousand-year-old art of puppetry. For this, it has 2 places, the Jéliote room and the Chapel. It is much more than a simple theater. It is a place of creation, diffusion and training, highlighting the richness and diversity of this unique art. Dive into a magical universe where puppets come to life. Discover a varied and original program, mixing tradition and modernity. A new and unique cultural space to discover!

The Bar de la Côte may be a bistronomic restaurant, but it's also one of Biarritz's finest vistas. At any time of day, you can stop in for a drink, enjoy a coffee after a stroll, admire the sunset, treat yourself to an aperitif overlooking the ocean, or even take in a concert on the impressive upstairs terrace in fine weather. Once or twice a month in summer, we host lively DJ evenings. On the menu, fresh dishes and exceptional wines, not to mention world cocktails and pastries for a snack break.

Really superb this bar, completely independent of the hotel of the same name, and which opens by picture windows on the place and its immense terrace. The bar is made of blond wood and is illuminated by a thousand lights. A beautiful sampling of bottles of wine, spirits and champagne. And while you spend a good moment on the terrace enjoying a cocktail or a good coffee with a home-made pastry, your children can play pala and other games in front of the fronton nearby.

Stranger Game, Les Mystères du Nautilus, Le Casse du Siècle... 5 scenarios with riddles in 4 rooms designed and decorated by the Kreadiv studio. Come and share a captivating experience with friends, family or colleagues in striking settings... You've got 60 minutes to solve the riddles, foil the traps and get out in time! An ideal year-round, intergenerational activity for children aged 8 and over (accompanied) when the sun isn't shining. A new feature is an area reserved for karaoke with friends (up to 10 people), complete with bar.

An institution and a mecca for tasting exceptional craft beers: over 100 varieties, including some 20 draught beers that change regularly as new discoveries are made, so that you can sample over 200 draught beers in a single year! Accompany them with a platter of delicious local charcuterie, burgers, fish and chips... In addition to the wide range of beers brewed in the Basque country, you can also taste beers from elsewhere, under the expert guidance of the team and in a friendly atmosphere, and even take away your own freshly bottled 1L beer.

An Australian bar on the Boulevard des Pyrénées, the Winfield welcomes you in a warm atmosphere at any time of day... with a little contrast depending on the timing. Indeed, when the sun is at its zenith, the Winfield is a calm place, open onto the exceptional promenade of the Boulevard des Pyrénées and its immense terrace, ideal for contemplating the view of the mountains. In the evening, the Winfield becomes attractive with its lounge spirit, dark decor with neon lights everywhere and trendy music. The beer is fresh, including Foster, the emblematic brand from the land of kangaroos. The menu also includes tasty cocktails, both alcoholic and non-alcoholic!

The unmissable Caveau celebrates over 40 years of nightlife in the heart of the Cité, and offers 2 different atmospheres on 2 levels: the bar for a drink is upstairs, and the discotheque with its dancefloor for sweaty house music is downstairs. Although the Caveau opened as a private gay club, it is now open to all lovers of partying and tolerance. The mix is king. It's a meeting place for the whole region, including VIPs and sports fans. During your stay, you can't miss an evening at Le Caveau!

LoAï FunkyMan is a singer-guitarist who brings a lounge and funky touch to your events in Biarritz. Whether it's for a lunch, a cocktail party, an indoor or outdoor dinner, he travels all over France and abroad. During his live concerts, he accompanies his funky guitar in a lounge atmosphere. At the microphone, he revisits classics by Lionel Richie, The Temptations, Stevie Wonder, George Benson and Marvin Gaye. LoAï FunkyMan is also a singer-songwriter, drawing inspiration from his travels, encounters and life experiences. Based in the Basque Country since 2011, he performs his repertoire of revisited covers and compositions in the Pyrénées-Atlantiques and Landes regions.

La Coulée Douce is a friendly bar in the Cité des Pyrénées, on the first floor of the modern MJC Berlioz building. The room is very bright, and there's plenty of room for several people, including a large bar. Another original feature is the large number of books on shelves all around the room. You can read, borrow or bring your own titles, and take advantage of your break to take it easy and read quietly. Ideal, pleasant, peaceful, simple, perfect. This space is also a gateway to other MJC sectors, Cité des Pyrénées associations and local associations.

Circassians arts, musical theatre and boulevard, variety concerts and even conferences the Alexis-Peyret Theatre have a very varied programming that comes with the tradition of coffee theatre, show and cabaret! The choice of artists is eclectic and original. There is a willingness on the part of the organizers to play the innovation card and there is certainly nothing common in Béarn. With an amphitheatre of 299 seating seats and its Italian stage of 150 m 2, it is a quality socio-cultural complex whose intimate character provides a perfect tool dedicated to culture, in all its forms and all its audiences. A beautiful place is made to jazz, to the revision and proofreading of classical (Dom Juan 2.0 for example…), to the song, but also to the plural performances theater and song, circus and dance, electroacoustic music. This year, the opening of the season provides for a great weekend in September, and in December, don't miss the sublime spectacle around the Fables's Fables.

In the heart of Béarn, Château de Laàs offers an unforgettable immersive experience. Explore an enchanting world at the Château des Énigmes, a game trail in the 12-hectare park on the theme of magic and fantasy. The Château de Laàs Museum brings the ^18th century to life with an exceptional collection of decorative arts and an original presentation of Napoleon's history. Dare to Escape Castle 64 for a thrilling challenge in the castle's escape games, or opt for a perched night in the suspended time huts, a natural getaway all year round. Château de Laàs promises captivating adventures in every corner of its majestic gardens.