Events calendar Rhônes-Alpes

A flagship event for lovers of Romantic music in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region since 1979, the Berlioz Festival makes La Côte-Saint-André shine every August. Prestigious orchestras, renowned conductors and soloists come to perform the major works of the Romantic repertoire. Under the demanding direction of Bruno Messina, this national and international event cultivates an exceptional program. From Sir John Eliot Gardiner to François-Xavier Roth and Hervé Niquet, the greatest artists have forged a unique bond with this exceptional venue. In short, it's a grand symphonic experience.

June in the summer years, under the Medieval Hall. Many exhibitors (raku, stoneware, porcelain…) exhibition of pottery… Organised by the city of La Côte-Saint-André in partnership with the Côtoise Economy and the association of Clay. Contact 04 74 20 53 99 (Mairie).

at the end of October. Mountain biking with several loops, cross 8,5 km and 15 km. Opportunity to walk. Several loops for choice, race for children. A real popular feast with chestnut tastings. Organized by the School of Sports and Recreation/Sou. Contact 06 15 07 80 82.

July 14 and August 15 in the Serving pool.

every year, the second weekend of December. A famous festival in force since 1924 bringing together all the producers of the region's great crus.

on the first Sunday of July.

Almost every year between May and September, Condrieu hosts the semi-final of the France Cup of Nautical contests. Let's get mixed up with the crowd of connoisseurs living on the Rhone. Princesses de la culture des submarine du Rhône, the nautical adventures are different methods and schools: …, Lyon or even Parisian… Other competitions take place in the rest of the year, with the Nautique nautical company.

EACH MONTH IN APRIL.

one year in the last week of April.

in the Salle de l'Arbuel the second Thursday in March for the adult show, the third Wednesday in March for that children. Information at 04 74 59 50 38.

This festival that takes place every year in July transforms, during two days of free festivities, Rochetaillée in a small Celtic city. Concerts of Celtic music, animation, sale of handicraft and local products hurdles the festival.

every two years, in odd years in mid-June.

on July 14, naval contests.

the last Sunday in April.

Every Saturday and every Sunday on La Croix-de-Chaubouret square.

every year in August.

May 1 st

in July

For three years now, December is an opportunity for all inhabitants, but also craftsmen from the region to make crèches that children find more or less hidden throughout the village.

It takes place on the last weekend of October, since 1861. Initially, it was to pay tribute to Benoît Raclet, who saved the vine from the borer, a worm that décimait the vines and falls close to those of Beaujolais in the th century. Since then, the memory of this man has been kept alive, and the festival also allows to sample the first samples of the new vintage and to speculate on his future.

In February.

Initiative of the local holiday committee to revive the old fair disappeared, dozens of exhibitors in the region come each year to show their know-how: craft, work of leather, glass, wood and local products.

September 2.

In Latin Valley desired. Four walks invite you to discover the inspiration of many artists such as Daubigny, Bowl and Rouvière.

the Sunday before Easter.

In December.

in October.

In July.

The first weekend of February.

The 3rd Saturday in November.

Begun in 1980 at the instigation of the Art and Music Association, the Music Festival of Ambronay wins every year. Based on a repertoire based on ancient and baroque music from the th to the th century on instruments of the th century, the festival takes place in September and October in an optional framework such as the Ambronay Abbey or the Parlement Parliament (some representations also at the Maurice Ravel Auditorium in Lyon). On the margins of concerts, conferences and exhibitions allow everyone to deepen the theme raised each year while "party on the street", a great festive and popular event, invariably marks the beginning of each festival.

A new country appeared this year on the map of Haute-Savoie, a "Small Country" at the borders of the imaginary between Annemasse and Geneva. A "Small Country" with fabulous characters like Santa Claus, Elves, Fées and Middle ages. A magical "Small Country" and yet made very real thanks to the Ouen Leisure Association, which preserves a natural cultural and architectural heritage of natural beauty. Smart strongly advises you to take your annual Passport to visit this wonderful "Little Country".

This winter, Qualifiers has brought together parents and children throughout France. The qualified candidates are at the Corbier on March 6 th, 2009 for the final of the 9 ^th edition of this event. The goal of this championship, an amateur team composed of a couple and a child between the ages of 8 and 16, is in parallel slalom and in relay. A sporty and friendly atmosphere!

On 8 May 2009, Saint-Genix on Guiers and Yenne celebrate Cycling and cycling, a cycle trail linking the Mediterranean to the Mediterranean. You can test the portion of rides between Yenne and Brégnier Cordon by bike, roller, wheelchair. But also ask your cycle and go on canoeing on the Rhone. Competition for funny bikes. Contact tourist office Val Guiers at 04 76 31 63 16 or Yenne at 04 79 36 71 54.

Because Lyonnais and visitors alike forget that Lyon is a city of water, crossed by two great rivers, the Rhône and the Saône, the City of Lyon has put water at the center of a festival. At the beginning of July, the second edition will take place - the first having been a real success - of an event with a particularly rich program, with numerous free outdoor activities for all publics. Look out for the famous Mâchecroute, a sea monster, returning to the waters of the Rhône near the Guillotière bridge!

Epoqu'auto is another show with classic cars and motorcycles. It is organized by the Club des Amateurs d'Automobiles Anciennes since 1979. More than 80 000 visitors come to admire the vehicles during the three days of the show. Each year, some brands are honored, many clubs are present with their most beautiful models, but also dealers of parts, miniatures, restorers, artists. Without forgetting the auction allowing to see the evolution of the car market and eventually sell or buy a car.

Overheating of the zygomatic in sight: funny, funny, hilarious with the best of the national comedy scene in the program. Three evenings, three stages for a contest of the best comedian among the young promising talents present, and a renowned artist for Saturday evening. They will be about ten to have been selected, to present themselves to try to seduce the jury, but also the public. The Young Talents will open the ball on Thursday night! Complete program on line.