Cherry Festival in Fougerolles: A Celebration of Local Flav

The Cherry Festival in Fougerolles honors the region’s cherished fruit with an array of engaging activities. Festivities kick off at 10 a.m. with a 10 km walking tour through the scenic Fougerollais countryside. For just €2, participants enjoy the walk along with a complimentary cocktail from SICA Kirsch. At 11 a.m., a local market will showcase a variety of regional products, prominently featuring cherries. Attendees can savor delicious offerings from two food trucks, serving chips and tartines, alongside a BBQ hosted by the festival committee. Starting at 1 p.m., Alexis Balandier will lead a bal musette, inviting everyone to dance in celebration. Children’s entertainment includes exciting activities like PARKOUR, pony rides, and a Mirage cockpit exhibition. Live music from groups such as the Roue d’Abondance and the Union musicale de Fougerolles will fill the air with festive melodies throughout the day. As evening approaches, delight in a countryside-inspired meal topped off with cherry flan for dessert. At 8 p.m., the highlight will be the eagerly awaited election of Miss Cerises 2026, where ten candidates will compete for the coveted title. Concluding the day, two free concerts featuring Nadamas and The Celtic Tramps will create a lively atmosphere to round off the festivities.