The best parties Champagne-Ardenne

Go back in time and dive into the heart of another era: the Middle Ages. Every spring, the Remois pay tribute to Joan of Arc who succeeded in leading Charles VII to Reims so that he could be sacred in the cathedral. Over the course of a weekend, the Cité des Sacres returns to its former costumes and customs and offers you an exceptional programme: pyrotechnic shows, sounds and lights, concerts, falconry, fire-eaters, jugglers... not to mention the medieval village, with its camps and market and the torchlight parade of Jeanne in armour.

In 2024, the fortress will be celebrating 29 years of festivities! Entertainment resonates in the main courtyard, music fills the air, swords clash and taverns pour the precious brew. Caught up in this whirlwind of time, you're plunged into a unique adventure. Stroll through the stalls and encampments, appreciate the meticulous work of the craftsmen. you'll be joined by 10,000 other visitors for an unforgettable experience. And don't forget, during the festival, there's always the chance to visit the castle!

A few steps from the north shore of the lake, in a green and calm environment, the Der der der der der der der der der der der der der der der der der der der Sol organizes a variety of local producers each year. In addition to telling the incredible history of the disappeared villages, the site offers for the day of various animations, tastings based on autumn fruit and vegetables featuring apple and cucurbits: Pressées apple juice, zucchini jam, squash and pumpkin flakes, compote…

This day gives you the opportunity to rediscover the marks of the past with animations and dedémonstrations the gestures of the harvest. The visitor can better understand haying, ploughing and seedlings… This feast fits well on many stands of local artisans and producers. Local or regional artisans and producers are present to make you taste their specialities: charcuterie, cheese, wine, champagne, spices, preserves, foie gras, snails… Artisans of art also expose their works: wooden control, sculptor, potter, jeweller. A friendly atmosphere.

Sedan is no stranger to this traditional family event. What a pleasure it is to stroll around Place d'Armes and Place de la Halle, just a few days before Christmas. A host of decorating ideas tickle the fancy of parents, while children marvel at all the pretty lights. Gourmets are also in for a treat, with a multitude of regional products on sale. And of course, Santa Claus will be waiting for you in his chalet.

For several years, Chaumont has played the Paris Plage by investing squares for the pleasure of small, large and sportsmen. The square of Boulingrin, the Agathe Roullot garden, Philippe-Lebon Square, in particular, welcomes visitors throughout July. Classic inflatable games, but also elastifly for the reckless, wooden games, creative workshops compete with kayak, giant airbag, concerts… The New Wave, as they say, to surf the pleasures of summer!

Every year, the village of Vauchassis has been organizing a cider festival for 47 years. The appointment is known to apple lovers: tasting, crafts, presence of the Apple Sketchers Association, local products… It's mostly an opportunity for you to buy cider straight from the press, to eat quickly, but can also serve apple jelly. To your ideas! A nice meeting around heritage and taste.

Organised by the Association des commerçants et des artisans de '. Contact with Ms. Véronique Dumont (Tel.) 03 25 29 62 25. The above dates are announced subject to modifications: address the tourist office or the associations concerned.

Each year, the lesbian, gay, bi and trans festival of Reims is organized by the association Ex Aequo - between October and November. This year, the Festival celebrated its 10 th anniversary around the transvestite's figure. In the program, creation of the EU by a contemporary choreographer, debates, conferences, projections and concerts!