Events calendar Picardy

Since 1991, every year since 1991, the Citadel has been abuzz with excitement. Together with the band La Citadelle, at carnival time, the festival La Citadelle en Bordées is the second highlight of the year for this sailors' district. In Dunkirk, the Citadel is surrounded by basins, it can only be accessed by bridges, so it is a sort of small "island" with a soul and is still very much dedicated to the economy of the port and the sea. This festival therefore logically resounds with sailors' songs, but also with folk, Celtic groups, blues, and French songs that are sometimes offbeat and humorous. At Les Bordées, you'll find people flitting from stage to stage (there are 10 of them!) and from café to café. And when it comes to bars and restaurants, there's plenty to choose from! In addition to these establishments that set up large tables outside, there is always the possibility of eating "a French fry", along the heritage ships of the Port Museum, strolling in the middle of an often compact crowd, especially at the Quai de la Citadelle, and being guided by the sound of the bands. The people of Dunkirk love this event and it's easy to see why. About twenty groups can be seen free of charge. Atmosphere until the end of the night!

In 2015, this great event celebrated its 55 ^th edition! Always linked to La Fontaine Fables, seven poles of activity ring in the city. Bands wave the pavement and Street Arts impress the growing audience. A handicraft and gourmet market can take a few strengths. Concerts, fireworks and outdoor disco, prolong the pleasure late in the night. Great congratulations to the 75 volunteers who make this event a great success every year!

Organised throughout France, Fête Du Nautisme allows to discover all the activities and water sports, through the mobilisation of more than 500 sites including Wingles. Whether a beginner or as an experienced diver, young people or less young, sports or practising one-day, Fête Du Nautisme address to all, in a spirit of conviviality.

For the past thirty years, on certain evenings in July, the castle ruins have come alive. Fantastic and improbable beings, accompanied by beautiful ladies and gentlemen, emerge from the void to the delight of spectators. Around 150 dedicated volunteers bring Coucy's glorious past to life for the duration of the show. All the audience has to do is sit back and let themselves be swept along in the waltz of an enchanted and magical night.

Mange Lille! brings together chefs, producers and artisans with a common goal: to promote gastronomy by showcasing Lille's culinary talents through a variety of events. From cooking competitions to tastings, themed evenings and other activities, the collective promotes the region's rich but little-known terroir. This unique local project gives as many people as possible the opportunity to discover new, accessible and up-to-the-minute addresses, brilliantly run by a host of inspired young chefs.

A success that has not weakened since 1996. Saint-Quentin, the first town to have a true sandy beach in its centre, welcomes a water space every year. The exotic atmosphere is attractive and the palms and bathrooms are lit on the square. The smaller ones will appreciate the paddling pool and duck fishing. The parents will enjoy a break or will still be tempted by a little swim. Note that many other sports activities are proposed: climbing, boxing initiation, beach-soccer… The pleasures of the beach just a few steps from home! The town hall announces 295 000 visitors on the beach of Town hall and 118 200 visitors on the beach of l'Isle.