Fun and entertainment Aquitaine

With direct access to the beaches of Garluche and Ailes, the terrace of A Noste is all the rage! At sunset, the places with their feet in the sand are rare! A rather gay-friendly address, you will also appreciate the DJ aperitifs which take place mainly in summer. The place also hosts the Festidaysgay festival. Caribbean evenings, white nights, acoustic concerts... It's very lively. As for the restaurant, A Noste serves traditional cuisine based on fresh local produce and fish. Not forgetting the many tapas!

Six days of excitement around the cross-cutting themes of sex, gender and identity at Utopia cinema and other cultural venues in Bordeaux, with a program based on the latest releases and the volunteer team's personal favourites. Screenings are accompanied by meetings, debates, readings and evening events.

Event agency designed to energize the nights gay pulps. And in terms of boosting, we can say that it is dynamite! The team knows how to organize and each of the events that it is responsible for sends heavy. Surrounded by remarkable Djs and performers, the clubbing is always original and very hot. The Sexomatic and F * ck Valentin evenings bring together more than eight hundred people at each edition: their reputation is no longer to be done!

A mixed disco but often organizes gay friendly evenings and often turns into an official box of the Gay Pride in Biarritz. General music.

Located in Sarlat-la-Canéda's medieval city center, the Hôtel Plaza Madeleine is a 4-star establishment offering a refined, comfortable stay. Just a 2-minute walk from the Manoir de Gisson, a 13th-century castle, and close to the train station, this hotel is ideally located for exploring the town and surrounding area. Sophisticated, soundproofed rooms feature free Wi-Fi access and flat-screen TVs. Some rooms offer views of the medieval city center. An English buffet breakfast is available at an additional cost. The hotel also features a refined restaurant, a comfortable bar with terrace, a heated outdoor swimming pool (open seasonally), a whirlpool, a sauna and a hammam. Parking is available at an additional cost.

In just a few years, Le Beanz has become the place to be in Pau, embodying the essence of relaxation and conviviality. Every visitor is welcomed by a warm, modern atmosphere, where the bewitching aromas of coffee mingle harmoniously with the sweet and savoury delights on offer. Lovers of authentic flavours will be delighted by the variety of drinks and dishes prepared with care. This makes Le Beanz the ideal place for gourmet breaks and moments of sharing, offering a unique experience to everyone who walks through the door. The little extra: a magnificent view of the Pyrenees from the large windows and terrace.

Béarn Kids offers a safe indoor play area for children aged 0 to 12, with air-conditioned facilities for summer and heating for winter. Under parental supervision, children can enjoy a wide range of activities, including a slide, trampoline, monkey bridge, giant Lego, toboggan run, soccer pitch, disco and interactive games. What's more, an area is reserved exclusively for toddlers under 3 years of age. Whether you're a curious toddler or a pre-teen looking for adventure, Béarn Kids has the right play area for you, including special birthday packages!

An iconoclastic place, which in the evening is a bar with musical ambience and catering, and which transforms over the course of the evening into a veritable discotheque, with subdued lighting and rising temperatures! Close to the Monciné complex, the Lasergame and the Jungle, the institution of the night, this "Food Drinks and Music" or "before and after" is a lively place, with its live concerts, themed cabaret evenings, karaoke... which complete the after-hours offer in Anglet.

This concert hall can accommodate up to 2,500 people! On the menu: eclectic programming (music, circus, theater, comedy, comedy, young audience, themed evenings, special events...). BigFlo and Oli have already performed here, as have Yannick Noah and Julien Clerc. In July and August, take advantage of the terraces and summer stage for concerts, DJ sets, etc. Tickets are available online, on site on show nights, and from tourist offices in Seignosse and Bayonne or from our partners.

Just a few months after the opening of the Glass House, Château Carbonneau has been awarded a Best of Wine Tourism 2019 in the "Estate Catering" category. Part tea room, part wine bar, the Glass House is the perfect address for afternoon tea. On the menu: a wide selection of drinks (fruit juices, world teas, coffees, etc.), scones and delicious cakes. All pastries are homemade. More of a savoury fan? In that case, opt for the aperitif boards, accompanied by a glass of wine from the estate.

Located in the Chartrons district, this lounge bar is a nugget. It has all the ingredients for an excellent evening: some thirty cocktail creations, accompanied by delicious tapas. At the helm of this cosy, relaxed venue are two female bartenders inspired by the boisterous atmosphere of Barcelona. Indeed, the atmosphere and decor are very warm, with oriental carpets, plant paintings, diverted lampshades... Events are organized every month.

Here you are, 65 million years back in time! The pine and fern forest is filled with larger-than-life dinosaurs - it's like being there! Among your encounters, you're sure to come across an 8.50 m-long, 4 m-high stegosaurus weighing 3 tonnes, a dilophosaurus from the film Jurassic Park, a tyrannosaurus... In the park, your children can enjoy giant inflatables, rides and even take part in paleontological digs to discover, who knows, bones or fossils. A great family outing!

Escape Land is the first escape game company in the Landes region of France to offer three adventures: The Pirate Ship, Prohibition and The Abandoned Barn, a scenario that takes you on a hike through the forest of Saint-Michel-Escalus. Caught in a terrible storm, you luckily come across an old abandoned barn, but is it really abandoned? To find out, you'll have to solve ten riddles in one hour. Espace Land will test your observation, thinking and logic skills in a fun way. It's your turn to play!

Operated by a subsidiary of the group owned by Philippe Ginestet, founder of Gifi stores and owner of the complex, Le Stelsia (luxury hotel and Michelin-starred restaurant) features 75 slot machines, electronic English roulette and two blackjack tables. On-site: two bars (one in the gaming room, the other, Le Palm, on the terrace) and Les Palmiers restaurant. The casino also hosts a wide range of events, including concerts, cabaret evenings and dinner shows. The casino is open every day from 12 noon.

The "Danser sous la plume" bookshop offers a selection of books that are as many encounters with their authors. The benefits of reading are numerous! Whether classics, must-reads or masterpieces, you'll find different kinds of books that will transport you to other worlds. Themes include love, ecology and fantasy stories for children and adults alike. The bookshop also offers author signings, and is carefully designed and decorated to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Its location opposite the Château adds to its romantic atmosphere!

Installed in an old garage, this establishment is resolutely turned towards the plate, the good mood and the music. The plate with dishes elaborated by Hélène and Sylvain with fresh and local products, meats, mussels and vegetarian menus. The good mood and the music with the proposed evenings: Thursday evening for a karaoke and Sunday evening for live concerts by music groups from all over France with various influences (pop, rock, blues, reggae, soul, jazz, swing and French song).

Here is a pretty British tea room just a stone's throw from Pellegrin University Hospital. Here, British cuisine is in the spotlight from breakfast, consisting of scones, soda bread and Guiness Bread (two Irish breads). At lunchtime, the meal is adapted to the market products and the seasons. In the summer, you will be tempted by a gazpacho, a roasted vegetable tart and, of course, for dessert, a slice of carrot cake! Almost all the products are from organic or sustainable agriculture. As far as drinks are concerned, we love ginger beer, a very refreshing non-alcoholic ginger ale, and IPA BrewDog beer with its fruity and tropical flavours. Tea Cosy also offers tea, served in a teapot.

After The Protocol, in which you must secretly infiltrate a psychiatric asylum to solve mysterious murders, and Massacres for those who fear nothing, the Escape Hunt Bordeaux team is off to the Wild West, to Kansas City. Designed for 6 to 8 players, Western (Les Braqueurs de l'Ouest) is the brand's latest scenario (ages 12 and up). With the help of the saloon bartender, you'll have one hour to strip the village of all its gold and start the station's old steam locomotive to escape to the next village. The scenery is worth the detour!

BAM Karaoke Box reinvents karaoke, inspired by the concept of Asian countries where singing is a popular pastime. In private booths with friends, family or colleagues, everyone can sing along, or rather, out loud. Sheltered from prying eyes and ears, karaoke lounges have been designed to give you the best possible experience, just as if you were at home. For those with little appetites, and to refresh and soften your vocal chords, the house has designed a snack and cocktail menu.

At the Bar des Cordeliers, you can taste our sparkling wines on the premises, by the glass or by the bottle. This is an opportunity to appreciate this range of exceptional crémants right where they are produced, around the cloister or in the garden. A selection of Saint-Emilion wines is also on offer, along with a wide choice of premium cocktails and softs. A good idea? Put together your own picnic basket from local produce: homemade pâtés, vegetarian spreads, cheeses and other sweet treats to make the evening even more enjoyable!

Welcoming and fun, this trampoline park offers 8 ninja courses, 2 25-meter Ninja Warrior lines (just like on TV) and almost a dozen activities to keep you entertained from age 5, every day, in complete safety! Foam pit, dunk basketball, dodge ball, trampoline wall run, balance course... There's plenty to challenge your friends or yourself! To help you recover, there's a snack bar and relaxation area. Non-slip socks must be worn. Lockers available.

The retro-chic, Art Deco atmosphere is hushed, cosy and velvety, whether in front of the majestic zinc counter or on the terrace, where you can savor a selection of snacks and take full advantage of this completely renovated nugget near the beach, the unmissable Rocher de la Vierge, in the bustling Les Halles district. Savory-sweet gourmet breaks, from breakfast to a masterful weekend brunch, and a wine bar with professional service.

Created in 1983, this international mime arts festival takes place every year in the city of Périgueux. For 5 days in early July, it takes place in the streets, public gardens and several of the city's venues. Its rich program, with shows for all audiences, features mime, street arts, object theater, circus, puppetry, body performances and more... Numerous workshops, courses and masterclasses are also offered to complement these events and introduce audiences to these artistic practices.

Located on the first floor of a typical Basin house, Chez Pierrette looks like a guinguette. You come here after a day at the beach or after a boat trip to have a good time over a glass of wine. Behind the counter, they welcome you with a wide smile and are always ready to concoct a delicious cocktail accompanied by some tapas or small dishes. The evenings are very festive and take place in a young and relaxed atmosphere under luminous lampions. Chez Pierrette is a bit of a place to be.

If you are looking for a bar with atmosphere, this is the right address. Here, no one gets bored and the evenings are always very lively. We come to party, listen to music, try karaoke, dance, watch a soccer game on TV, drink a small glass of wine, a beer or a spritz and nibble what the house has in store: oysters, mussels, prawns, tapas... Atmosphere guaranteed, whatever the moment! In the morning, for breakfast (very copious), locals and holidaymakers meet on the sunny terrace. A local institution.

Born in February 2023, the Durango Café opened its doors in place of the Imparfait - immemorial - with a singular and surprising proposal. Little brother of the Durango nightclub, nestled a little higher up, the bar is the place where to finish the day quietly and to get in the mood for the evening. Romain, the chef of the place, has imagined a listening bar where to meet with friends with good music (various styles with always a requirement of quality), good cocktails, local beers (brewed at the Europub), small boards... The decoration is singular and the terrace extremely pleasant! One of the new addresses not to be missed in Pau!

In this superb hotel, well hidden, in the middle of a hectare of plenitude and calm, updated by Frédéric Hubert, in place of the stables that belonged to the Marquise de Moratella, here is a little jewel: a magnificently fitted out bar, comfortable and elegant, in a revisited neo-baroque style. Behind the counter is an exceptional collection of champagnes. About fifty references are waiting for you with a special focus on Dom Pérignon. Good news, bubble lovers can discover these nectars without staying at the hotel. There is also a small "chic snacking" menu from noon to midnight to improvise a romantic tête-à-tête in upholstered armchairs, with subdued lighting that makes the place magical with its high ceilings. It is the life of a castle that becomes reality.

At l'Engrenage, you'll find no fewer than 20 draught beers, ranging from the lightest to the strongest, and carefully crafted cocktails. Close to Place Gambetta, this trendy spot boasts a lovely terrace with wooden chairs and canework, a neon-lit dining room, and surprise: the basement houses a billiard table and an arcade game. L'Engrenage is a very convivial address where you can nibble and enjoy a wide range of entertainment, including DJ sets, sports broadcasts and a Comedy Club every Tuesday and Wednesday evening.

Providence is a "pocket kitchen" in the heart of the village of Guéthary, a warm and friendly place where you can enjoy banana bread, granola bowls, avocado toast... and seasonal dishes inspired by the chef, not to mention soups and platters to share. At once a bar and a coffee shop hosting chefs, it's also a venue for exhibitions and meetings with artists and musicians, and a boutique selling textiles and emblematic objects.

"Here, we do comedy all night long!" Welcome to upcoming shows at l'After8, an intimate venue located on Bayonne's legendary street. Myriam, the venue's artistic director, author, comedian and a team of volunteers, artists and members make up a happy family. The friendly evenings are devoted to the performing arts, with a focus on bringing different disciplines together to welcome a wide audience. Whether you're interested in theater, music or comedy workshops, this is the place for you.

Books and Coffee always makes you feel good! Located on rue Saint-James, this successful coffee shop boasts a beautiful interior space and a small sunny terrace overlooking the Grosse Cloche. You can eat or drink here at any time of day: breakfast, brunch, afternoon tea, afterwork... At lunchtime, salads and toasted sandwiches are served on their own or as part of a set menu. Adjacent to the tea room, the burnery and patisserie offer the opportunity to do some gourmet shopping.

One team, one escape room, one hour to solve a series of enigmas, puzzles and logic tests in original settings. The principle is simple, and here it's put into action by two passionate owners. You can choose between two missions: the Chesscape, immersion in the mysterious and enigmatic world of chess, even without knowing how to play! Or Le Trésor de la buse (The Buzzard's Treasure ), which puts insight, skill and speed to the test in order to gain admission to the ruthless world of pirates and their booty.

At Club Paradiso, bartenders bustle around behind a large wooden bar to prepare delicious cocktails, serve fine wines or beers accompanied by tapas, burgers and more. You can enjoy your drink on the terrace overlooking the street, or in the large lounge with its fireplace, shooter bar and theater stage, which later transforms into a dance hall. DJs and live music heat up the atmosphere... At the rear, the patio with its swings and the more lounge-like garden are perfect for relaxing and playing pétanque. A friendly atmosphere guaranteed for lunch and dinner!

Verti'Go is an activity center for children aged 6 and over, with no age limit! Not far from Libourne railway station, the Verti'Go complex has taken over the former Sernam halls. With 180 parking spaces and a vast 3,800 m² area, it's the ideal meeting place for families and friends looking for a good dose of fun. On the program: bowling, billiards, trampoline park, laser quest, escape quest and arcade games. And don't forget La Cervoiserie, where you can try one of our 350 beers.

Open since June 2022, this new festive place has been imagined in a villa just a step from the center of Mérignac.

The goal: to make you feel at home! Jason Delalaire, manager of the establishment, has succeeded. This new unusual spot calls for relaxation in the summer with its chiliennes installed directly in the sand in Beach Club mode. In winter, the Villa Blanche is covered to continue to welcome you inside and outside.

On the program: thematic evenings, DJ sets, cocktails and tapas, enough to spend good evenings.

Fasila discotheque, located in Bayonne, is a lively venue where visitors can enjoy meals in or takeaway. Their website features a detailed menu and telephone contact details for reservations. In addition to the discotheque, Fasila also offers a restaurant and an atmospheric bar. During this period, party-goers can catch DJ Panama on the Rooftop of Côtes & Mer in Bayonne for the Bayonne parties.

A magnificent panoramic terrace with a breathtaking view of the ocean, that's what the Transat offers. Open only in high season, you can enjoy a nice moment of relaxation around a buffet, a cocktail, a meal or a snack 24 hours a day with local accents. All on the top floor of the hotel. Sit on a deckchair by the pool and enjoy the magic of the place. Enjoy international cuisine with Basque specialties. Fish and tapas are also on the menu. DJ and aperitif dinners during the summer season.

What better setting to enjoy a glass of local wine than this perched hut, lost in the middle of the vineyards? The location is truly enchanting, offering an admirable view of the region's superb landscape. A la belle saison, la cabane se mue en bar à vin convivial, où l'on savoure quelques bons crus accompagnés de planches apéritives garnies de produits régionaux, en admirant le coucher du soleil... A real little corner of paradise!

Created in 1947, the Maison Basque de Bordeaux has about 700 members. This associative counter is intended to be a place for meeting, exchange and celebration! Since 2020, it has had a restaurant at its heart: Ô'Restô Bask, open three evenings a week, from Thursday to Saturday. On the menu are pintxos and tortillas, all accompanied by local wines. Ideal for discovering Basque gastronomy. In this place with a bodega spirit, Basque songs come to accompany the meal! Atmosphere guaranteed. The Basque House also has its grocery store filled with good traditional products: cold cuts, fish, meat, ready meals, vegetables, condiments, wines, beers and ciders.

In a side street, not far from the Théâtre de Gascogne Le Molière, this attractive wine bar with over 100 references promises to provide you with a pleasant experience. To accompany your drink, a regularly changing tapas menu is on offer: mimosa eggs, home-cured Landes duck breast, gravlax salmon, charcuterie and cheese boards, baked camembert, croque-monsieur, pâté with Bisay pork and Armagnac, marrow bone with parsley... In short, a veritable den for epicureans. And when Le Margotton is showing matches, you'd better make a reservation!

The Bar Napoléon III extends the magical moment of the Basque Coast's emblematic palace. In this hushed, timeless universe, the head bartender and his team offer a choice of signature cocktails with multiple facets, expressing the art of living à la française. Classic and modern cocktails, as well as a fine selection of gins, whiskies and vintage champagnes. You'll appreciate the moment even more in this dream setting, and in season with palatial service, by the hotel pool with a panoramic view of the Grande Plage.

The specialities of Le Carrelet, a bar with atmosphere in the Bassins à flot district, which has just celebrated its 4th birthday, are the cocktails: classics, signatures, mocktails... Always delicious! Wines and craft beers complete the drinks menu. And if you feel hungry, the copious appetizer boards will remedy the situation! Every week, the team organizes lively thematic evenings, and also offers cocktail workshops upon reservation. On sunny days, the party goes on on the terrace!

Around sixty beers are on the menu at this beer and games bar, where you can also nibble on tapas made with fresh produce and enjoy yourself. An area is dedicated to games: billiards, table soccer, darts, pinball, air-hockey. Orge et Houblon regularly organizes triathlons. For this competition, players compete against each other playing pool, table soccer and darts, for example. And what do you think the winner gets? A box of beers, of course! Match nights on the big screen, too.

What a program! Escape games at Commarque in the Périgord, and Bonaguil in the Lot, as well as murder parties at various locations in the Dordogne during the summer. While escape games for groups of 3 or more players will delight fans of the genre, murder parties in various summer locations will appeal to families and novices alike. In 2023, Carlux and Le Conquil played host to these immersive, collaborative investigations, much to the delight of participants. The investigations are well-crafted, and the documents are up to the task!

Dive into the world of espionage! The John Doe agency in Bordeaux has three missions for you: escape from Blue Castle prison, defuse the bomb in the Black Rock mine or identify the trafficker in the Casino Magnifico. For the scenery, but also for the different scenarios, The Little Witty can only advise you to go there with your eyes closed. You'll be in the mood as soon as you're briefed! A fun activity for the whole family (with children over 12) or for friends. Escape game "Anatole Latuile" from age 6 at UCPA Sport Station.