Events calendar Haute-Vienne

Three days, three hundred authors and one guest of honour, animations throughout the city, meetings, conferences, exhibitions, literary awards, youth lounge and of course signing sessions, this is the formula. The fair in Limoges does not have the reputation of its briviste neighbour but, with its 60 000 visitors, it is one of the ten largest book fairs in France and is the occasion for a great deal of meetings.

Two Christmas markets are held in Limoges all December. The market for producers and craftsmen is located in La Motte. There are high quality products to fill your party table (more than exhibitors). The second, Place de la République, is the Christmas village with its festive chalets. It is rather where to find his gifts: greedy products, jewellery, wooden games. You can also dine there or simply eat roasted chestnuts with hot wine.

Organized by the Heritage Association, the festival of hemp is the work of passionate people, thanks to a great mobilization of volunteers. Here we welcome the public to explain in all directions today's hemp: stands of artisans offering hemp products, local crafts (beautiful clothing lines), but also companies specialized in construction and insulation based on this natural product.

The Contes en Creuse association is based in Royère-de-Vassivière, but the Paroles de Conteurs festival takes place on the island in summer. The festival features storytelling for children, as well as storytelling walks and performances for adults, known as veillées contées (storytelling evenings). Open stages give amateurs the chance to perform in front of an audience, and workshops encourage them to take their turn as storytellers. Training courses are also offered by the artists on hand. Families will be amazed by the P'tites Z'oreilles extra-curricular events!

May.

weekends of All.

28 June closing the Expositions de Saint-Junien with 15 h historical procession.

BANDAFOLIE'S, a not-to-be-missed cultural event in Bessines-sur-Gartempe, has been celebrating music and sharing with brio for 25 years. Thanks to the commitment of 220 volunteers, a dozen international groups enliven this popular summer festival every year, usually during the week of July 14th. In July 2022, over 40,000 festival-goers vibrated to the rhythm of Bandafolie's, testifying to the growing popularity of this warm and friendly event marked by sharing and a memorable popular atmosphere. For music lovers, Bandafolie's is an event not to be missed.

As its name suggests, the Graines de rue festival showcases the street arts, especially young artists from the Limousin region and beyond. Make some noise, it's growing! Over 4 days, from Thursday to Sunday, young talent and young companies are on the program, aimed at young people and the general public, as well as professionals. Opening up the stage to the general public, between sharing, laughter, entertainment and freedom. The ^26th edition of the festival will be full of new discoveries and fun for all the family!

Sunday 3 May.

This is a race whose reputation is no longer to be done in Limousin. Gendarmes and time thieves attract a large and good child every year, made up of talented athletes, but also groups of friends and family. For on two days there are for all cocks! For experts, the trail: the large (58 km), the gendarmes and thieves (32 km) and the discovery (10 km). But also a special 5 km free-turn women and trails for chicks, benjamins and minimal.

in October.

Roussac is a small town home to a talented artist by the name of Jean Claude Ribano. This Limousin artist has created his own venue in the countryside, called "La Grange aux Chansons". He has performed on prestigious stages, including Avignon and Belgium. Jean Claude Ribano dons the costumes of great artists such as Jacques Brel, Serge Reggiani and Leny Escudero, recreating their performances in stunning detail. He is also a songwriter, surprising audiences with his own creations. Jean Claude Ribano is an enthusiast who blazes his own trail off the beaten track of media notoriety. His shows are described as moving and arouse strong emotions in audiences.

The Comité des Fêtes de Jabreilles-les-Bordes is a voluntary association that organizes various events in the town. However, you can check out their Facebook page for updates on their activities. Jabreilles-les-Bordes is a small town located.

Bessines-sur-Gartempe is home to the Graines de Rue festival. Bessines-sur-Gartempe offers a unique cultural experience with the Graines de Rue festival.