Category: events

The Plus Belle La Vie guided tour in Allauch links a contemporary television landmark with the old village and its local visitor circuit. The route is tied to the series Plus Belle la Vie, encore plus belle, whose sets and reconstructed places have made Allauch part of a recognizable screen landscape. The event belongs with guided heritage interpretation: the value is in walking through the village, reading filming locations, and connecting a popular story world to a real Provençal setting. The recurring 2026 occurrences are 20 June, 2 July, 16 July, 17 July and 28 July 2026. Allauch presents the visit as a circuit, gives a duration of 1 hour 15 minutes, and places the departure through the Maison du Tourisme at the Pôle culturel de l’Usine Electrique. Each date refers to the same route, so the schedule is clearer as one recurring guided visit with its individual summer dates listed together.

Summer Tours in Lambesc takes place at 2 Avenue de la Résistance, in Lambesc. The public schedule is 1 July to 29 August 2026. 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 in the relationship between the work shown, the venue and the local cultural network that hosts it. The Summer Tours in Lambesc provide an exceptional chance to delve into the region’s rich heritage and stunning natural beauty. From 1 July to 29 August 2026, enjoy a series of guided events organized by the Tourism Office in collaboration with local organizations such as Les Amis du Vieux Lambesc and the League for the Protection of Birds. Participants can enjoy discovery trails tailored for children and guided tours of the historic center. The meeting point, guided format, craft process or site history helps visitors understand the place in context. The venue, artist, medium, collection and public setting give the exhibition or art route its regional frame. Local markers such as museum and local history keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is 2 Avenue de la Résistance, Lambesc, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

Saturday Market in Arles takes place at Boulevards des Lices et Clémenceau, in Arles. The public schedule is 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2026. Its regional value is practical and everyday: producers, artisans and regular marketgoers keep the open-air market as part of local life. Every Saturday from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026, the Saturday Market in Arles transforms the Boulevards des Lices and Clémenceau into an established hub of local culture. Spanning over 2.5 kilometers, this popular market showcases a variety of fresh produce including fruits, vegetables, cheeses, flowers, spices, meats, and fish, all reflecting the rich agricultural heritage of Provence. Visitors can also enjoy organic products from local farmers, offering everything from rice and bread to honey. Producer stalls, craft stands, seasonal goods and the town-centre setting show how the market works as a regular meeting place. Local markers such as organic market keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is Boulevards des Lices et Clémenceau, Arles, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

Provençal Tastings Tour in Aix-en-Provence takes place at 300 avenue Giuseppe Verdi, in Aix-en-Provence. The public schedule is From 1 January to 31 December 2026, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. 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 comes from the link between product, landscape and producer knowledge, rather than from spectacle alone. Indulge in the Provençal Tastings Tour in Aix-en-Provence. This gourmet tour features delicious local delicacies including chocolates, calissons, nougats, and more. Enjoy a curated tasting of three selected wines paired with three mature cheeses, guided by an expert oenologist who will share insights on perfect pairings. The meeting point, guided format, craft process or site history helps visitors understand the place in context. Food and drink details matter here through local sourcing, named products, tastings and the habits that connect the table to the territory. Local markers such as wine tasting and terroir keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is 300 avenue Giuseppe Verdi, Aix-en-Provence, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

Saint-Martin-de-Crau gives the Feu de la Saint-Jean a distinctly Provençal character. The evening begins with a lantern procession from the mairie to the Foirail, then continues with dance, music and the lighting of a large bonfire. The local folk group Li Coudelet Dansaire gives the celebration its cultural spine, connecting the event to the wider tradition of the Saint-Jean flame and to the balèti as a social dance rather than a stage performance. In a town shaped by Crau landscapes and pastoral memory, the gathering feels especially anchored. It is a warm, public expression of seasonal ritual, local colour and village conviviality at the start of summer.

Saint-Jean Festival in Marignane takes place at Skate parc et théâtre de verdure (Balade des familles), in Marignane. The public schedule is 24 June 2026. Its regional value is practical and everyday: producers, artisans and regular marketgoers keep the open-air market as part of local life. It also carries a second reading: its regional value is strongest when the performance is tied to a local venue, a public celebration or a repertoire that people recognize in the region. The annual Saint-Jean Festival in Marignane will take place on June 24, 2026, starting at 5 PM. The event begins with a night market showcasing various food trucks that offer local culinary products. At 7 PM, enjoy traditional Provençal music and dance performances by the Bandura group, celebrating the region’s cultural heritage. Producer stalls, craft stands, seasonal goods and the town-centre setting show how the market works as a regular meeting place. Instruments, dance forms, choirs, brass bands, folk groups and local stages give the programme more cultural weight than a simple concert notice. Local markers such as provencal music and fireworks show keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is Skate parc et théâtre de verdure (Balade des familles), Marignane, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

Provençal Jousting in Martigues takes place at Avenue Louis Sammut, in Martigues. The public schedule is 28 June 2026. Its regional value is strongest when the performance is tied to a local venue, a public celebration or a repertoire that people recognize in the region. It also carries a second reading: its regional value comes from the place itself: a monument, museum, chapel, archive, route or commemorative setting that carries local memory. The Provençal Jousting Tournament in Martigues is scheduled for June 28, 2026, showcasing this traditional water sport. The event opens with categories for Benjamins, Minimes, Cadets, and Féminines, followed by an afternoon session for Juniors and Seniors starting at 2 PM. Spectators will witness exciting jousting matches where participants attempt to unseat each other using spears while balancing on a narrow board known as a ‘teinteine’. Instruments, dance forms, choirs, brass bands, folk groups and local stages give the programme more cultural weight than a simple concert notice. The named site, historical period, local story and connection with the surrounding community give the event its heritage depth. Local markers such as provencal jousting keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is Avenue Louis Sammut, Martigues, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

The Fête du Costume is one of Arles’ most refined public statements of identity. It places the Arlésienne dress at the centre of the city, not as decoration, but as a complete language of fabric, jewellery, hairstyle, gesture and memory. The procession and ceremonies show how costume can carry belonging with extraordinary precision. Every ribbon, bodice, lace piece and silhouette belongs to a tradition learned, adjusted and transmitted over time. In Arles, the day does not feel like a nostalgic parade arranged for outsiders. It is a community act, elegant and disciplined, that continues to shape how the city recognises itself.

Saint-Tropez Market takes place at Place des Lices, in Saint-Tropez. The public schedule is Every Tuesday and Saturday mornings, throughout the year. Its regional value is practical and everyday: producers, artisans and regular marketgoers keep the open-air market as part of local life. The Saint-Tropez market is an established hub of local life, held every Tuesday and Saturday morning throughout the year in Place des Lices, the town’s center. Visitors can browse a wide variety of products, including regional foods, handcrafted goods, clothing, and decorative items. More than just a shopping destination, the market offers an authentic taste of Provençal culture where both locals and tourists enjoy leisurely strolls. Producer stalls, craft stands, seasonal goods and the town-centre setting show how the market works as a regular meeting place. Local markers such as producer stalls and artisan crafts keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is Place des Lices, Saint-Tropez, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.

Art and Architecture Tour in Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade takes place at 2750 Route de la Cride, in Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade. The public schedule is 21 January 2026 to 30 June 2026, 1 July 2026 to 31 August 2026, 1 September 2026 to 31 December 2026. 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 in the relationship between the work shown, the venue and the local cultural network that hosts it. The guided tour of the Art and Architecture walk at Domaine Château La Coste offers an in-depth look at the estate’s historical evolution. Over two hours, a knowledgeable guide leads visitors through artistic installations that span from Roman times to contemporary masterpieces, showcasing how artists and architects have integrated their works with the stunning Provençal landscape. This immersive experience allows visitors to admire the vineyard’s scenic slopes, where the art is thoughtfully placed within nature. The meeting point, guided format, craft process or site history helps visitors understand the place in context. The venue, artist, medium, collection and public setting give the exhibition or art route its regional frame. Local markers such as vineyard visit and art installations keep the focus on the people, products, repertoire or customs behind the programme. The practical anchor is 2750 Route de la Cride, Le Puy-Sainte-Réparade, France, a precise location that keeps the event tied to its town rather than to a loose regional label.