Aigues-Mortes - Sauniers

Local festivals

Whatever the season, Aigues-Mortes passionately celebrates its traditions through iconic events that mark the rhythm of the year. Winter, spring, summer, or autumn—there is always a festival to experience the rich cultural and festive heritage of the Camargue town.

Winter Votive Festival, Votive Festival, Spring in Camargue, Marguerite Festival, Saint Louis Festival, or Christmas in Camargue... each event offers a unique atmosphere blending heritage, conviviality, live performances, and local traditions. A vibrant calendar of festivities to enjoy Aigues-Mortes all year round—filled with emotion, encounters, and authenticity.

Cécile Domens - Fête votive Winter votive festival Every year, in the heart of winter, the town comes alive to the rhythm of abrivados, bandidos, and bullfighting festivities. It’s a unique opportunity to experience the Camargue traditions and share the warm atmosphere of Aigues-Mortes in February. Read more Cécile Domens - Fête votive Votive festival Every year, in mid-October, the town comes alive with the rhythm of Camargue bull races, bodegas, and concerts in the town square. It’s a unique opportunity to experience the Votive Festival like the locals of Aigues-Mortes. Read more Aigues-Mortes - Printemps en Camargue Spring in Camargue Celebrate the arrival of spring in Aigues-Mortes with Spring in Camargue, a festive weekend in April blending local traditions, sheep transhumance, roussataïo, a mini-pedagogical farm, exhibitions, wine tastings, and musical performances. Read more Aigues-Mortes - Festival Marguerite Marguerite festival Every July, Aigues-Mortes transforms into an open-air stage for the Marguerite Festival : music, theatre, cinema, and equestrian shows come together in a magical atmosphere. Read more Aigues-Mortes - Fête de la Saint Louis Saint Louis festival Every year in August, the city comes alive with the rhythm of the medieval market, taverns, historical reenactments, troubadours, parades, and artisans, immersing you in the festive atmosphere of the city in the 13th century during the Saint Louis Festival. It’s a unique opportunity to walk in the footsteps of Louis IX and experience the celebration like a true Aigues-Mortais. Read more Aigues-Mortes - Illuminations (Noël en Camargue) Christmas in Camargue Every December, Aigues-Mortes celebrates Christmas in the Camargue style with a rich and unique program : sheep transhumance, roussataïo, abrivado, Santa Claus arriving by carriage, shows, children's workshops, musical performances, and a light mapping display on the city walls. Read more
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