MARCHÉ DE NOËL
Since 1997, the reputation of the Amiens Christmas market is well ...Read more
FÊTE DES BAIGNEURS
The seaside resort finds the atmosphere of the Belle Époque for a weekend ...Read more
FÊTES MÉDIÉVALES DE LAON
Read moreWould you like to spend a weekend in the Middle Ages? The town of Laon invites you to take a delightful trip back in time to the heart of the medieval city. The setting of the upper town is obviously ideal for this journey back in time. The numerous free events are sure to keep the public on their toes. Children love to try their hand at archery, watch the knights or play traditional Picardy games. The street shows and medieval market are a big hit with everyone. A recommended family outing.
FÊTE DE LA MER
Read moreOrganised in honour of the sea and sailors, the Fête de la Mer at Le Crotoy is an event not to be missed. Magnificent in traditional costumes, the sailors parade with the musicians of the local harmony and the giants of Berck, Flip and Zabeth. Follow them, hoping that there are enough free places on the boats to participate in the blessing of the sea. The Marseillaise resounds during the stopover near the monument dedicated to the sailors who disappeared in the changing waters of the English Channel. A market of regional products and various festivities also take place during this weekend, such as jousting in the hunting basin and outings at sea.
FÊTES DU BOUFFON
Read moreA true tradition musical and of the carnival is held the weekend of Pentecost in Saint-Quentin! Every Saturday evening, the tattoo, a show of international repute which gathers 250 to 300 musicians for a giant parade. Sunday, the carnival ravels during the afternoon in the downtown, and in Brass band takes the evening the direction of the beach Is delirious it since which the fireworks are drawn. The three giants (Herbert, Eléonore and Maurice) accompany you during these two days by jubilation.
FÊTE DU MUGUET
Read moreA local event, the Holiday festival has truly become an institution. Since 1933, band music has appeared on the streets. On Saturday evening, a parade of illuminated tanks is accompanied by musicians. On Sunday afternoon, flowering tanks are accompanied by music companies. The atmosphere is always euphoric. And the air is filled with pleasant scents. Every new edition, its theme.
FÊTE DE LA MER
Read moreSaint-Valery-sur-Somme has a rich history as a fishing port, so it is only natural that it celebrates the sea every summer. On the occasion of this festival, the very typical fishermen's quarter (the Courtgain) is transformed to pay homage to the missing sailors. The facades of the houses are then covered with 2,000 m of nets and multicoloured flowers. All kinds of events (exhibitions, concerts, procession and sheafing at sea, etc.) also await visitors. A local festival not to be missed!
MARCHÉ SUR L'EAU
Once a year, the Hortillons, dressed in their traditional 19th century ...Read more
LES MÉDIÉVALES AU BORD DE L’EAU
A beautiful medieval festival on the banks of the Somme and in the heart of ...Read more