A fictional murder places saltworks director Jean Roux Montclar at the centre of an outdoor investigation in Arc-et-Senans. Teams meet the saltworks’ residents and piece together the clues to identify the culprit and murder weapon. Solving the case reveals a code for a safe, with a surprise for successful detectives; children from seven can join with an accompanying adult.
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Les Mardis au Clair de Lune in Pommerit-le-Vicomte
Les Mardis au Clair de Lune brings evening performance to Pommerit-le-Vicomte in a village gathering format. The programme uses music and convivial outdoor time to make the commune’s public space active after daylight. Its cultural interest is local and social: live sound, shared presence and Breton summer sociability become the event’s main material.
Les Rues en Scène in Carantec: Street Arts Showcase
Les Rues en Scène transforms Carantec into a route for free street arts and live performance. A poetic storytelling walk leads into Miror, a dance and circus encounter between a performer and a suit of steel, followed by the aerial mechanics of La Panne. Cie C’Hoari connects skateboarding with Breton culture in Da Gouskate, while La Volte-Cirque invites the crowd into a record-chasing giant seesaw act. The varied programme makes the town itself part of the performance.
Qui veut des Kouign Amann? in Augan: A Musical Adventure
Qui veut des Kouign Amann? is a musical tale about friendship, travel and the search for Brittany’s famous butter cake. Sophie brings an adventurer’s energy to the songs and characters, while Yann supplies guitar and comic counterpoint. Their pursuit of the kouign-amann turns a regional food emblem into the playful thread of a family story performed by Cie Asterion.
Galette Workshop in Plouigneau: Toddler Fun
This Plouigneau workshop introduces young children to galettes bretonnes through a simple hands-on activity at Écomusée Ker Dreger. Children cut the dough with cookie cutters, watch their galettes bake and taste the result with their families. The activity places kitchen gestures, local cereal culture and museum learning within easy reach of young participants.
Fête du lac in Guerlédan: Family Activities Await
Fête du lac is built around shared use of the lakeside: walking, water activities, games, music and open-air dance. The programme mixes beach volleyball, paddleboarding, family workshops and a fest-noz, so the place becomes both playground and village square. Leisure, landscape and Breton dance music converge in a celebration that makes the lakeside feel like a temporary village square.
Breton Dance Workshop in Carnac: Traditional Steps Unveiled
Atelier d’initiation aux danses bretonnes in Carnac teaches traditional dances linked to the town’s fest-noz evenings and night markets. The workshop is designed for participants old enough to follow group steps and rhythms, giving families and newcomers a practical entry into Breton dance. Venues in Carnac keep the activity close to the town’s public summer life.
Le vol du coeur d’Anne de Bretagne in Landévennec: Family En
Le vol du coeur d’Anne de Bretagne invites families into a playful search through the Breizh Odyssee museographic space. The story of Duchess Anne’s heart reliquary gives the activity a strong historical anchor, while the investigation format helps younger visitors handle heritage as a puzzle. The investigation makes Breton ducal memory active and accessible, grounding the game in a named historical figure and object.
Fest’Ifs in Ifs: Engaging Performances
Fest’Ifs is an annual festival taking place on 5 September 2026 in Ifs, Normandy. This notable event is packed with performances and activities for all ages, making it ideal for families. From 2 PM to 5 PM, visitors can participate in the Associations Forum, where local groups showcase their initiatives. At 5:15 PM, a concert for young audiences, ‘Neuvième planète – Couleur Terre’, will charm kids with its lively Afro-Latin rhythms. Following this, at 6:30 PM, enjoy the humor of ‘Caillasse – Cie Le Guichet’, a clown performance that blends acrobatics, acting, and audience interaction. As the evening continues at 7:30 PM, the ‘Bazar thérapie’ brass band will bring a fusion of sounds, merging Ethio-jazz and afrobeat for a lively show. The day will wrap up at 8:30 PM with ‘Ze New Bamboche – Les Frères Jacquard’, a music show featuring reinterpretations of classic French songs from the 70s and 80s, complete with exciting choreography and lighting. Finally, a spectacular musical fireworks display will cap off the festivities at 10:15 PM. Food and refreshments will be available on-site, making it a perfect outing for families. Don’t miss this exciting day of entertainment in Ifs!
Equestrian Show in Rebets: A Poetic Tale
Experience an afternoon of enchantment at the Ecuries de Vallées in Rebets, where the equestrian show ‘La Bergère et l’Orchidée’ unfolds. This powerful performance features Iberian horses bringing to life a poignant legend about the fading tradition of sheep transhumance in the Pays de Bray, narrated through the story of Jeanne Maimbourg, the last itinerant shepherdess. Set against a lush green backdrop, the event transports families into a poetic journey filled with emotion and visual artistry. Guided by Sophie De Pas, an equestrian artist, enjoy a show rich with history, where every moment resonates with the echoes of the past and the beauty of the present. Scheduled for two performances from July 5 to July 8, 2026, at different times, this event welcomes all ages, with free entry for children under three. Families will leave with memories and stories that linger long after the final bow. Tickets are affordably priced, with special rates for youth and various demographics. Reserve yours today and be part of this unique cultural experience!