The best parties Meurthe-Et-Moselle

Saint Nicolas is a sacred day. Saint Nicolas, the patron saint of Lorraine, is deeply rooted in the history and traditions of the region. It is a bit like Christmas before its time, as he goes round the schools to congratulate the good children by offering them gingerbread and chocolates, and the town is in celebration for ten days. Street shows, animations, workshops, concerts, theatre, Christmas markets, tastings of local products, artists' exhibitions... And the highlight: a magnificent parade of floats, created by Nancy and its agglomeration.

This medieval festival takes place on the ^3rd Sunday in May, every year. The upper city of Liverdun becomes festive to the rhythm of musicians and numerous exhibitors. More than 500 people walk around in costumes and multiple workshops to introduce them to the crafts of yesteryear are offered. The Middle Ages as if you were there, a exotic event, much appreciated by an audience of all generations.

A family and friendly celebration for the whole family. The swimming festival in Valleroy is two full days of celebration with many activities: booths of the all-purpose type, tattoos for children, a Saint-Jean fireworks display, a ball, rides for children. A large flea market is also organized for the occasion. An important event in and around Valleroy. If the weather is good, you will have a great time filled with joy and laughter.

More than 30,000 fresh snails are tasted each year at the famous Gastropod Festival, which delights gourmets. The festival is also an opportunity to discover, in the heart of the Lorraine Regional Park, a local speciality: snails prepared à la Thiaucourt, an original recipe that can be found in Lorraine cookbooks. Many exhibitors also present local products and crafts. Dance orchestra, entertainment and games on a podium, brass band, street sale: the day is rich in festivities and will end at night under the fireworks.

The commemoration in honour of Marshal Lyautey (born in Nancy in 1854) is celebrated each year on Sunday around July 10 in Thorey-Lyautey, the village where he died. His life was exceptional: French soldier, officer during the colonial wars, first general resident of the French protectorate in Morocco in 1912, Minister of War during the First World War, then Marshal of France in 1921, academician and honorary president of the three federations of the Scouts de France.

To celebrate the AOC of Toulois, the first grape harvest festival takes place on the first weekend of September 2008 in the winegrowers' villages. The tradition has continued every year since and is a great success with locals and tourists who come for the occasion. In 2018, the AOC celebrated its 20th anniversary! With an annual production of around 500 000 bottles, the vineyards of Toul and the surrounding area are constantly developing and working on its quality.

Every two years, students from all over eastern France gather at the 24h de Stan to race around the Place Carrière on gigantic floats decorated according to a theme. Artistic shows, parades, games and tombolas are organized in parallel, and each school has a stand in the square. The atmosphere is good-natured, and the prizes awarded are mostly symbolic and humorous. The event ensures Nancy's reputation as a student city, as young people take over the city to celebrate student life in just 24 hours!

To celebrate the weekend as it should be and to comfort themselves in this end of the week, what could be better than gourmet Sunday? Acknowledge how the concept is enticing! This day set of themes and friendly enables you to meet the local producers and to exchange with them. The hour is with the relaxation and the conviviality! Warm atmosphere and picturesque. Shoppings and small producing propose to you to taste their products: fruits and mixed vegetables of season, honey, cheeses and charcuterie... One regales know-how and of local!