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  • Festival de musique de Saint-Riquier 2026

    The Festival de musique de Saint-Riquier is a long-running cultural rendezvous in one of the Somme’s most recognisable heritage settings. Since 1985, the festival has combined artistic ambition with a strong sense of place, bringing established performers and young Samarian musicians into the same summer programme. Its identity depends on Saint-Riquier as much as on the concerts themselves: the town’s architectural and historical presence gives the event depth. Music, heritage and local participation meet here in a compact, well-identified destination.

  • Guided Tour of Louis Ricard Mill in Allauch: History Reveals

    Guided Tour of Louis Ricard Mill in Allauch takes place at Esplanade Frédéric Mistral, in Allauch. The public schedule is 1 January 2022 to 31 December 2030. Its regional value depends on interpretation: a guide, workshop or route turns a place into a readable piece of local history. It also carries a second reading: its regional value is tied to the coast, ports, canals, water sports, fishing memory or festive uses of the waterfront. Located at the gateway to Marseille, the Louis Ricard Mill stands 228 meters above sea level, embraced by the scenic Garlaban massif. This traditional Provençal mill traces its roots back to the 12th century, offering visitors a distinct insight into its historical significance. Originally situated within a castle, it later moved to the Place de l’Eglise Saint Sébastien and eventually settled at its current esplanade location. The meeting point, guided format, craft process or site history helps visitors understand the place in context. Harbours, beaches, canals, boat activity, processions and waterside gatherings mark the event as coastal or maritime when they are present. Local markers such as local history and heritage site keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is Esplanade Frédéric Mistral, Allauch, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

  • Jazz Ô Musée

    Jazz o Musee extends the Jazz a Vienne spirit into the museum setting at Saint-Romain-en-Gal. Smaller and more intimate than the main festival stage, the concerts use the heritage surroundings as part of the listening experience, linking music with the archaeological landscape of the Rhone valley.

  • Farewell, Love in Beaune: Baroque Opera

    Acclaimed tenor Zachary Wilder will perform his debut recital in Beaune, titled ‘Farewell, Love’. This concert will present John Dowland’s poignant work ‘A Pilgrim’s Solace’, highlighting its emotive arias that resonate with the human programme. Alongside selections from contemporary English musicians, Wilder presents a poetic programme. The performance runs for 1h15 without intermission, creating an intimate setting for the display of baroque opera. Accompanied by Thibaut Roussel on lute and violists Mathilde Vialle and Hyérine Lassalle, this collaboration enhances the depth of this selected repertoire. this recital provides a option to look at baroque opera in a local setting.

  • Lejay Lagoute: Crème de Cassis in Dijon

    At the Lejay Lagoute site in Dijon, visitors can learn about the intricate production of Crème de Cassis, a long-running regional specialty since 1841. These guided tours reveal the traditional methods that have remained unchanged for over a century, offering an educational and gourmet programme. the significance of this iconic liqueur, celebrated both locally and internationally. Visitors can also purchase these selected products at various shops throughout Dijon, including Chocolaterie de Bourgogne and La Cave de la Cité. With multiple dates available from July through December, it’s an ideal opportunity for both enthusiasts and newcomers to examine this culinary favorite.

  • Exposition Les méandres du passé in Pierre-de-Bresse

    This heritage exhibition, whose full title refers to Bresse and the Bronze Age, is listed in the Bresse Bourguignonne agenda for Pierre-de-Bresse from 1 April to 5 July 2026.

  • Festival des Nuits de Joux

    Festival des Nuits de Joux returns to the Chateau de Joux from 24 July to 8 August 2026. The official festival site confirms the revised 2026 dates for the theatre programme in its historic castle setting.

  • Racines Bleues Concert in La Cluse-et-Mijoux: Musical Story

    Jean-Michel Trimaille for concert “Racines Bleues” on 3 July 2026 at Château de Joux in La Cluse-et-Mijoux. This performance explores the rich saga of the Franc-Comtois in Louisiana, the land where the Blues originated. Co-written with Guy Boley, this musical adventure narrates the historical and cultural connections of this heritage. The evening will commence with an opening act, leading into an exploration of music and storytelling. In case of inclement weather, the show will be moved to the Bernard Blier theatre, ensuring the programme can proceed comfortably.

  • Thematic Tours in Arc-et-Senans: Cinema & Architecture

    At the Saline Royale d Arc-et-Senans, these short thematic visits connect the Mystification exhibition with architecture and cinema. Sessions cover Claude-Nicolas Ledoux, film sets, Beauty and the Beast from Cocteau to Disney, and the history of trompe-l oeil imagery. Visits last about 30 to 45 minutes on selected Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays in July and August.

  • Sensory Workshop at Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune: Unique Experience

    At the Hôtel-Dieu – Hospices de Beaune, the MOUVEMENT(S) Atelier Gustatif links the history of care with smell, taste and local storytelling. The workshop moves through the medicinal garden, traditional kitchen and apothecary, with olfactory exercises and anecdotes led by Marie-France Bravard and a Hôtel-Dieu mediator. The format connects the hospital’s rooms with the food and scent traditions attached to them.