Events calendar Bas-Rhin

Do you like street food and hip-hop culture? In spring and/or early autumn, come and discover the region's talents in terms of fast food, which can be enjoyed outdoors, more or less easily, over a weekend. Alsatian and other restaurateurs will reveal their know-how and new culinary trends. You will find here the classics of the genre of course but also daring bets and good homemade beers!

The plus: admission is free. The least: Lots of people and big dick at the stands.

After Film Festival and Ciné Cool, Alsatians are spoiled in terms of culture! All of them have put this annual film event on their agenda! Le Printemps du cinéma is an opportunity to leave home after a harsh winter to see the new releases on the big screen. On the bill: animation, fantasy, comedy, horror... You will have a lot of choices with a really attractive single price! The 2019 edition was a real success, as it is every year. There is no doubt that 2020 will also be with unique and original programming for a one-time admission fee allowing a real three-day film marathon.

This traditional festival starts in the early morning, the stalls of the garage sale set up in the streets. Then the courtyards of the farms open their doors to present artistic exhibitions, demonstrations of old trades and allow you to taste the unmissable sauerkraut. Around noon it is the aperitif-concert. In the afternoon a procession wanders through the village. You will enjoy the parade in traditional costume, music, folk dances and the exhibition of old tools.Market of art, crafts and local products.

Organized by the Pelpass et Cie association, Paye Ton Noël is a festival of music and street art. The concept is simple: celebrate Christmas in an offbeat way during the first two weeks of December. Each year, a different theme serves as a red thread: medieval in 2018, intergalactic super Santa Claus in 2019! What's in store for the ^18th edition in December 2024? It's still a complete surprise... In any case, you'll be able to attend concerts, shows and other workshops, as well as watch short films. A great atmosphere guaranteed!

Created by an association bringing together enthusiasts of the 9th Art, Strasbulles is the European comic strip festival in Strasbourg. Alsace Comic Strip (ADB) invites many illustrators from all over Europe to Strasbourg to participate in signing sessions on Place Kléber but also to lead conferences and debate at round tables. Exhibitions in the Aubette salons are also organized. They allow to highlight the fantastic work of the artists and to contemplate their original plates.

The atmosphere is right for the beer festival! Of course, in terms of music, everything is well prepared, with an orchestra that has a wide repertoire of German songs, intergenerational, varied and full of humour, but also a singer who will sing popular and very rhythmic songs. The party starts on Saturday evening from 7pm, and resumes the next day at noon, where a sauerkraut lunch is also planned. Whether you come to discover this typical celebration or to have a good time, one thing is certain, you will not be bored!

600 m, 1.5 km, 5 km and 10 km: on 4 July 2020 in Schirrhein, there is something for all ages and levels! The 24th edition of the Lumberjack Round, a major event in the town's sporting calendar, is expected to bring together again this year nearly a thousand amateur athletes and enthusiasts around four races on roads and forest paths. So choose the one that suits you, put on your sneakers and... on your marks... get set... go! The first departure is at 17:10 rue de la Lisière in Schirrhein, near the multipurpose hall. Good to know: all non-licensed participants must have a medical certificate stating that there are no contraindications to running in competition.

To your sneakers! On Monday, July 13, 2020 in Waldowisheim, the Waldo Races will take place, a sporting and friendly event that has brought together nearly 500 athletes every year for 40 years. On the programme for this 2020 edition: three routes, one of which is 7.1 km long, in a 1.2 km loop in the town, then on the road to the neighbouring villages. No great difficulty to mention, except for a slightly hilly route. Feel ready? So on your marks... Ready? Go away! But beware: any participant without a licence must have a medical certificate stating that there are no contraindications to running in competition.

The association Bielles et pistons takes care of repairs and gives a new lease of life to motorized two-wheelers. Once a year, it organizes this exhibition "Le deux roues fait son show". This regional motorcycle show attracts a lot of people. Dealers and exhibitors offer a wide choice of motorcycles, scooters and internal combustion engine bicycles. A musical entertainment rhythms the day. An exhibition of period solex and motorcycles is also worth a visit. Other surprise activities complete this show, which is a must for motorcycle enthusiasts and an annual meeting. Snacks and drinks stand allow you to eat on site.

On Friday, the potato festival begins with a relay race that takes place at the village stadium. Gifts are on offer to encourage the participants. The next day, the festivities begin with a garage sale & flea market. The opportunity to stroll through the streets, looking for a good deal. The whole is punctuated by animations realized by the associations and an exhibition of artists. Of course, small catering is provided. And in the evening, a big concert is organized under a big top, followed by a fireworks display. A typical village festival, which has proven itself for more than 15 years: a nice outing to do with family, friends or alone.

The ^3rd edition of the Gastronomy Festival, which attracts crowds, is promising. It must be said that this is an opportunity for professionals in the food industry to make themselves known. The range of products on display is wide: organic wine, the sweets of the Charles-de-Foucauld high school, but also prepared dishes at cost price. You will also discover amazing products: beer yoghurt and other creations. During this event, you can also get to know the city's merchants. The atmosphere is friendly and warm. In fact, it's a great opportunity to have a good time, enjoy great product prices, and discover the merchants.

In the beautiful setting of Fort Kléber, a very complete jazz program takes place over several days. About twenty groups from all over the world perform on stage. Artists present their programs every evening on two stages (one free and the other for a fee). Many shows are free of charge (see the program on the site). In parallel, the festival village and the village of Les P'tits Loups for the youngest, offer activities throughout the festival. The installations offer optimal comfort. And if you are a little hungry, head for the Table du Loup, the restaurant that is set up on site for the occasion.

Organized by the Ostwald Volleyball Association, this meeting attracts many enthusiasts from all over France and Germany. You can go there to hunt, exchange, buy or sell your samples and bottles of perfumes, of course. But this meeting also gives you the opportunity to discuss with connoisseurs, and you will learn many stories about perfumes. On the stands, many bottles, impressive by their renown, but also sometimes by their size, because you will discover bottles up to the capacity of 2 liters. You will spend a memorable and enriching day, discovering the wonderful world of scents.

This exhibition takes you back to the vintage era. Organized by the Vespa Scooter Club of Strasbourg, the presentation of about a hundred scooter models is truly magical. The machines are beautiful and we are surprised by the state of conservation. Rutilants, coloured: they make you want to buy one. During this weekend, entertainment is provided, as well as a small restaurant and a refreshment bar. Craftsmen and merchants set up their temporary stands, and you have the opportunity to acquire objects in the style of that period. The Pin-up d'Alsace do their show, and the show is worth a visit. A parade of vintage dresses is also on the agenda.

The exhibition Talents, la broderie d'art fait nous rêver will bring together for the fourth consecutive year some thirty international exhibitors. Embroiderers and textile designers will be present to present their works and give you advice. This event is unique in France. Gold embroideries, beaded, sequined, true works of art of precision and creativity... Come to shop, chat with professionals, and admire the beautiful exhibits. Workshops are organized on this day.

Before the start of the school year, the inhabitants of this charming village welcome you for a night walk with lanterns. A very pleasant way to discover the streets of this typical village. In the alleys, on the botanical path, through the forest (1 km)... All along the route, activities are planned. Thus Snow White and the 7 dwarves will greet you during your visit. Paintings with hunters, a witch..... Before going for a walk, you have the opportunity to have dinner on the site of the arboriculture association.

This exhibition brings together about thirty exhibitors: craftsmen, merchants and industrialists from the town. The objective is of course to give visibility to their establishments, but above all to offer their service by being as close as possible to consumers. This will be an opportunity for you to discover new merchants and their services, but also to enjoy a day of entertainment. The associations of the village take advantage of this event to present their activities and make demonstrations. You can eat on site, thanks to the refreshment bar which offers drinks and snacks. Ideal for local shopping, while supporting local artisans.

This is the games festival in Strasbourg, which attracts many participants. This event offers a fun weekend to all those who are attracted by games from near and far. Whether you are simply curious or passionate, come and discover a multitude of indoor and outdoor games. More than 200 tables welcome you for these discoveries. Two sites open their doors for this occasion: the Salle de la Bourse, place de Lattre-de-Tassigny and at Shadok 25 Presqu'île André Malraux. During this event, authors and illustrators are also present to meet the public. Animations punctuate these days. And you have the possibility to eat on the spot.

The La Clef media library is organizing its second night of the game. Open to all, this fun day offers children and adults the opportunity to discover and play various games. Board games, emotional games, in pairs or with others. All these games are part of the game library, so you can borrow them by being a member. With family or friends, everyone gets together to play these board games. During this meeting, you also have the opportunity to experiment with innovative virtual reality technologies. The night of the game usually ends very late at night. An opportunity to spend a moment, to discover new games, to meet new people...

The France Bière Challenge is an annual national beer competition. For the brewers, it is an opportunity to showcase their productions and put them in competition with each other. A delegation of experts, journalists and world-renowned international tasters alongside professional French tasters from all over France will hand out the prizes and decide between the competitors. It is also an opportunity for visitors to learn more about the national brewing industry and to make new discoveries. The full programme of events, tastings and competitions is available on the Internet.

To give a little holiday feel, Vendenheim has created its summer beach. A lawn coloured in blue gives the impression of facing the sea, deckchairs, and entertainment... to refresh yourself and give the illusion of being in the water, water jets allow you to have fun. A bar, to enjoy cold drinks, a treasure hunt on the beach to entertain children, musical entertainment in the evening... But also workshops to relax like yoga. And for the closing: a concert with DJ, a campfire and a beautiful fireworks display, for an unforgettable evening! It's a great opportunity to relax, at a lower cost, and without having to go very far.

The Strasbourg European Fantasy Film Festival broadcasts horror, thriller, science fiction, animation and virtual reality films for a week. Their format can be long or short. The event takes place at Vox, Star-Saint-Exupéry, Star, Star, and UGC cinemas, but also in more surprising places such as the Shadok, the Municipal Baths, the Saint-Guillaume church or outdoors. Exhibitions, conferences and Master Classes are also organised in parallel. The best European feature film is awarded a Méliès d'or.

This festival aims to promote world music, to meet, to share music and thus to discover different cultures. Every year, the Sacred Days of Strasbourg festival takes place at the beginning of February over several days. An appointment that allows you to attend thematic concerts in places of worship usually reserved for faith communities. A unique event that challenges conventions, creates emotions and brings people from different backgrounds and beliefs together for beautiful moments.