The Normande Festival welcomes visitors to explore the agricultural lifestyle on July 1, 2026, at GAEC des 7 Lieux in Frossay. This program offers a detailed look at daily life on a Normande cattle farm, featuring activities for all ages. Beginning at 10 a.m., guests can follow self-guided farm tours, complete with hands-on experiences in milking and livestock farming until 6 p.m. From 5:00 to 8:30 p.m., a local farmers’ market will be available, showcasing regional products for tasting and purchase. Fete de la Vache Normande in Frossay is scheduled for Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at GAEC des 7 lieux, Frossay, France.
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Fete des Vendanges at Chateau de Saumur
The Fête des Vendanges at the Château de Saumur is a celebration marking the autumn season. This event brings together locals and visitors for a day rich in food and cultural activities. Set in the selected gardens of the château, Saumur becomes a lively center for tradition and flavor. On September 13, 2026, attendees can expect various entertainment options suitable for all ages. Fete des Vendanges at Chateau de Saumur is scheduled for 13 September 2026 at Saumur, France.
Un Soir a la Hutte in Chaille-les-Marais
The Son et lumière show in Chaillé-les-Marais takes attendees through a historical narrative beginning 5,000 years ago when the ocean enveloped the Marais Poitevin. The story progresses to depict the lives of market gardeners up until 1950, featuring live farm animals, traditional homes, and marsh boats. This 1 hour and 45 minutes spectacle involves nearly 180 volunteers who animate the tale. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early; the site opens at 7:30 PM, with entrance closing at 10:00 PM. Un Soir a la Hutte in Chaille-les-Marais is scheduled for 30 July to 2 August 2026 at Étang du Sableau, Chaillé-les-Marais, France.
De plumes et d’argile Workshop in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe
The Atelier ‘de plumes et d’argile’ invites families to explore the fascinating world of birds in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe on 28 August 2026. This workshop caters to children aged four and older, as well as adults. Participants will learn to identify various bird characteristics, including feathers, beaks, and songs. Following this introduction, attendees will shape their own clay birds. De plumes et d’argile Workshop in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe is scheduled for 28 August 2026 at Musée de la Faïence et de la Céramique, Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, France.
Quinzaine Radieuse 18 in Piace
Quinzaine Radieuse 18 presents a variety of exhibitions and performances across multiple venues in Piacé from June 20 to July 26, 2026. Each weekend, visitors can explore art installations at the Moulin de Blaireau, showcasing contemporary artists such as Nancy Moreno, Michel François, and Gordon Matta-Clark. The opening weekend features a grand exhibition launch on June 20 at 2:30 PM, followed by a vernissage at 6:30 PM. On June 21, The program includes a reading by Alexandre Curlet and a concert by Julie Normal featuring the ondes Martenot. Quinzaine Radieuse 18 in Piace is scheduled for 20 June to 26 July 2026 at Piacé, France.
Festival des Cons in Vallons-de-l’Erdre
The Festival des Cons will be held on 14 August 2026 at Étang de Piné in Vallons-de-l’Erdre. This festival showcases an large-scale array of performances, including Celkilt x Bagad, Opium du Peuple, Les Diables de la Garrigue, Guerilla Poubelle, La Rif et nos men, and Chadame, concluding with an energetic DJ set. Admission is set at 22€ per seat, while children under 12 can enter for free, ensuring a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. attend the local community for a lively day of live music and entertainment, highlighting regional culture and creativity. Festival des Cons in Vallons-de-l’Erdre is scheduled for 14 August 2026 at Etang de Piné, Vallons-de-l’Erdre, France.
Butter-Making Workshop at Ferme des Poulettes
The Butter-Making Workshop at the Farm des Poulettes provides a hands-on introduction to the process of butter-making. Participants will learn about the necessary equipment and The program includes freshly made farm butter on a roll. This workshop is suitable for ages four and up, making it a fantastic family outing. Attendees should bring boots for varying weather conditions. Butter-Making Workshop at Ferme des Poulettes is scheduled for 11, 22, 25, 29 July 2026 at Les Ruelles, Villeneuve-en-Retz, France.
Aliette Boyer Exhibition in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe
In collaboration with École supérieure d’art et de design TALM – Le Mans, artist Aliette Boyer presents her exhibition, “Dans la rivière, peut-être,” in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe. This showcase highlights her explorations along the water’s edge, celebrating the flora and fauna of the Sarthe’s rivers and marshes. The exhibition features about thirty ceramic pieces, engraved shells, drawings, and embroideries, all accompanied by poetic texts reflecting Boyer’s field research and childhood memories. It delves into the rich tales and legends surrounding amphibians, often attributed with enchanting or malevolent powers since the Middle Ages. Aliette Boyer Exhibition in Malicorne-sur-Sarthe is scheduled for 26 June to 20 September 2026 at Rue Victor Hugo, Malicorne-sur-Sarthe, France.
Fete des Battages et des Vieux Metiers in Fontaine-Guerin
The Fête des battages et des vieux métiers in Fontaine-Guérin for a specific celebration of rural life as it was in the 1930s. On August 9, 2026, nearly 300 volunteers, dressed in period costumes, will greet you and invite you to partake in various activities that showcase traditional skills and old machinery. The day will commence at 10 AM with a ploughing competition featuring vintage tractors, followed by a grand parade at 2 PM, highlighting the excitement of threshing demonstrations. At 5 PM, gather around for a communal dining experience known as the ‘grand tablée-bijane’. Fete des Battages et des Vieux Metiers in Fontaine-Guerin is scheduled for 9 August 2026 at Fontaine-Guérin, Les Bois d’Anjou, France.
Breves d’Archives in Saumur
Breves d’Archives: La sombre histoire is performed in Saumur on 19 September 2026 at Salle Charlotte Arbaleste. Compagnie de theatre L’Oiseau Moqueur stages local dark history through stories of murders, revolutionary denunciations, and other archival episodes, with four actors and a musician.