The fifth edition of the Pézanin Festival will occur on July 19, 2026, at the Arboretum de Pézanin in Dompierre-les-Ormes. Organized by Les Amis de Pézanin, the festival celebrates nature, culture, and community. Visitors will attend model boat demonstrations on the lake, along with a market featuring over 30 local producers and artisans, such as sculptors, painters, beekeepers, and woodcrafters. Traditional wooden games and guided tours of the arboretum will enhance the visit, revealing its history and significance. Children can meet author Hervé Paris and take part in a drawing workshop led by Gaëlle Almeras. Additionally, nature workshops by Lab 71 and Natura 2000 will offer family activities, alongside a fly-fishing demonstration and tasting. A photo exhibition will present the beauty of trees, contributing to the programme’s visual appeal. A country-style meal is available for €17, with refreshments offered by Les Amis de Pézanin. The programme promotes accessibility, featuring a free parking area, designated access for disabled visitors, and available toilets.
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Les Guinguettes de l’Institut in Tramayes: Food and Music
Les Guinguettes de l’Institut is an open-air festival in Tramayes featuring concerts, gourmet food from a food truck run by chef Denis Chang, and a market of local crafts and produce. On July 21 and August 25, The programme includes acoustic performances by local bands, creating a market setting suited to summer evenings. The food truck offers selected seasonal and local cuisine, Additionally, the Brasserie Terre des Possibles will serve refreshments, enhancing the festive ambiance. The crafts and produce market will present handmade jewellery, wooden utensils, glasswork, fresh vegetables, and local cheeses. This festival provides an excellent option to look at the community, sample local food, and attend performances that celebrate regional culture.
Le Grand Ciné in Saint-Vincent-Bragny: Film & Craft Market
Le Grand Ciné presents movie enthusiasts to a special screening of ‘Give Me Wings’ by Nicolas Vanier on July 22, 2026. The film follows Thomas, a teenager who prefers video games over nature, as he joins his father, an ornithologist, on a trip to the Camargue to save the endangered lesser white-fronted goose. The programme takes place in Le Bourg of Saint-Vincent-Bragny and includes a craft market starting at 8 PM, allowing guests to browse and buy handmade items. A snack bar and refreshments will be available, provided by Intersociétés, ensuring a local evening for all visitors. The programme includes attend a thought-provoking film and look at the local craft scene!
Comté Cheese Tour in Pierrefontaine-les-Varans
The ‘Visite d’une fruitière à comté’ introduces visitors to the production of Comté cheese, a well-known product of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region. Guided by an expert, this informative tour uncovers the traditional methods used in cheese production. You’ll gain knowledge about the entire process, from the cheese dairies to the storage cellars where the cheese matures for weeks. The concludes with a local tasting session, presenting the rich flavors of freshly made Comté. Suited to cheese enthusiasts and culinary fans, the programme highlights the craftsmanship that elevates Comté. Due to limited slots, advance booking is a must.
Candlelit Visits at Château de Saint-Fargeau: History Reimag
The expressive history of the Château de Saint-Fargeau by candlelight. Wander through its rooms, where over fifty costumed characters bring the past to life, including the tale of Louis Michel Lepeltier, a martyr of freedom during the Revolution. The programme highlights the exile of the Grande Mademoiselle, cousin to King Louis XIV, offering a perspective on an era. Online bookings are required for participation.
Bach à Bacchus Festival in Meursault: Beethoven’s Legacy
The celebration of Beethoven’s bicentenary at the Bach à Bacchus Festival in Meursault. On July 10, 2026, the noted Bergonzi Trio will present a complete performance of Beethoven’s string trios, specifically the three trios from Opus 9. The trio, featuring Daniel Weissmann, Frédéric Lainé, and Alain Courmont, has been exemplifying excellence in chamber music for over a decade. Their dedication to teaching and sharing their diverse repertoire has earned them a residency from the Ministry of Culture in Burgundy. As they reunite for this special project, their performance not only presents their formidable talent but also honors Beethoven’s lasting legacy in the world of classical music. This specific concert will take place at the Église Saint-Nicolas, providing a backdrop for this musical event.
Bach à Bacchus Festival in Meursault: Wine History Event
On July 11, 2026, the Festival de Bach à Bacchus presents a tasting event titled ‘Histoire, archives et vins’ in Meursault. Led by archivist Matthias Compagnon from the Beaune Municipal Archives, this examines the history of Meursault’s noted vineyards. Visitors will hear presentations about the estates of Michel Bouzereau & fils and Marthe Jhean, followed by an option to sample their outstanding wines. The programme occurs before a concert celebrating the centenary of the famed Mutin Cavaillé-Coll organ. Due to limited capacity, Advance booking is required.
Nuits du Mont Rome in Dracy-Lès-Couches: Musical Celebration
The 26th Nuits du Mont Rome takes place at Château de Dracy with wine, music and afternoon concerts. The day includes access to the estate park and winery, a discussion with Benoît de Charette on Burgundy wine heritage and a picnic with estate tastings. The evening concert pays tribute to Kiki de Montparnasse and the Roaring Twenties.
Comté Cheese Tour in Laviron
The tour examines the production of Comté cheese during a guided tour at the Fruitière de Laviron. This tour offers visitors an informative look at the cheese-making process, highlighting the traditional craftsmanship from initial production to the storage cellars where cheese is aged. The culminates in a local tasting of this iconic cheese. Booking in advance is essential for this cultural programme.
Cello Duo Concert in Armes: Charity Event
The Fédémuse association for a Cello Duo concert featuring Yvan Chiffoleau and Daniel Breton at Eglise Saint-Maurice in Armes. The programme supports the restoration of the church’s stained glass windows. Visitors will attend an expressive program with compositions by J. Barrière, Mozart, Glière, and Offenbach, ensuring an evening filled with selected classical music. The programme combines musical attendment with heritage preservation