SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Lemon Festival 2026, Menton, from 14 February to 1 March. Shows Lemon Festival 2026 WHERE: Menton, FranceWHEN: from 14th February to 01st March 2026 From a small village party, dedicated to one of the most appreciated citrus fruits in France, to an event of international appeal. Ninety years have passed since the first edition, but today, the Menton Lemon Festival (Fete du Citron) is one of the most anticipated annual events on the Côte d’Azur. Like the Nice Carnival. A festival that has seen the number of visitors grow exponentially from year to year. There are many reasons why it is worth spending one or more days in Menton during this period. Starting, obviously, from the beautiful and evocative location.In fact, the Lemon Festival is a triumph of lights, colors and fun. Dances, songs, parades, parties, and exhibitions: there is, really, everything and more waiting for you. The program is rich and varied. A festival that combines beautiful scenery, images and unique exhibits, the colors and the magic of Carnival. Because, this is also the moment to witness the beautiful allegorical floats, potatoes and parades. Each year, the Lemon Festival will revolve around a new theme (this year will be “WONDERS OF LIFE”. The program, of course, will always have a single common denominator: the splendid Lemon of Menton! LEMON FESTIVAL 2026 PROGRAM Photo ©, patrick janicek Here, below, the main events of the 2026 Lemon Festival in Menton, with the price of tickets to attend the various shows. GOLDEN FRUIT SHOWERS 2026 For 3 Sundays, meet on the seafront, at the Promenade du Soleil, to attend the wonderful parades of citrus fruit floats. An authentic riot of colors, songs, dances and dances, for one of the most anticipated events of the Menton Carnival. Available only on 15th and 22nd February and 01st March 2026, from 2.30pm to 4.00pm. The ticket for adults (aged 13 and over) for a standing seat costs 14€; reduced, from 6 to 12 years, costs 8€. For the seat in the numbered grandstand, the fare is 29€ for adults and 14€ reduced. NIGHT SHOWS 2026 All the charm of parades… in the suggestion of twilight. On Thursday, for just two evenings, you will witness a truly unique and wonderful show. In our opinion, truly unmissable! Fanfare, orchestras, folk groups, dancers, entertainers will give life to one of the greatest street performances! Worthy conclusion, the fireworks which you can attend at 10:30 pm. The parade takes place along the Promenade du Soleil, on 19th and 26th February, from 9:00 pm to 10:15 pm. Prices are the same as the daytime parades. EXPOSURE OF CITRUS REASONS For the duration of the Festival, at the Biovès Gardens, splendid compositions and decorations of gold-colored fruits await you, which shine in the sun. Truly unique and incredible sculptures, in which over 15 tons of citrus fruits are expertly arranged one by one! Yellow and orange are the predominant shades. Inauguration Saturday 14th February, from 11:00. From 14th February to 01st March 2026. From Monday to Saturday from 10:00 to 18:00.Sundays from 09:00 to 19:00. The access gate is located in front of the Casino. FREE ADMISSION. OTHER EVENTS For the entire period of the Lemon Festival 2026, numerous guided itineraries will be organized to discover the surrounding gardens, parks and villages. There will also be great shows, events and ballets. Another event not to be missed are the Orchide Festival and the Craft Fair, at the Palais and Europe, every day from 10:00 to 18:00. At the Fair you can discover the art of woodworking, iron … But, above all, you can enjoy local delicacies such as “citronnade”, orange wine or limoncello. TICKETS AND SECURITY All the events of the 2026 Lemon Festival take place in closed and supervised areas. For this reason, an entrance ticket is always required. Only children under the age of 6 do not pay for the ticket, as long as they are accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. The prices are those indicated above, and can be purchased online, or directly on the spot. For reasons of hygiene and safety, pets are not allowed in the gardens, in the parade circuit and the Palais de l’Europe. WHERE TO SLEEP Staying in the center could be quite expensive. Menton is, as a rule, a rather popular city; during this period, the request increases dramatically. The first advice is to book well in advance. From this link, you can book your accommodation at the best price. If available, Hotel Palm Garavan, It is the best solution to stay in the center. Prices are in line with the city, but you will enjoy the excellent location, excellent hospitality, spacious and clean rooms and the charm of the sea. *All information contained herein, including opening hours and prices, is for informational purposes only and is not considered official. We always recommend consulting official channels. All names and trademarks appearing herein belong to their respective owners. The City Get in Getting Around Where to sleep What to see Cote d’Azur France General Info Airports Destinations Events Drive in France When to Go Reservations Hotels Tour, Experiences map of the place Share the post
Montmartre Harvest Festival
SHOPPING | CONTACT | NEWS | SUBSCRIBE ENG ITA ESP ENG ITA ESP Montmartre Harvest Festival 2025, from 08th to 12th October Montmartre Harvest Festival 2025 WHERE: Paris, FranceWHEN: from 08th to 12th October 2025 The French are never stingy with nationalistic initiatives. The question then becomes even more heated when it comes to wine. This delicious nectar, which only in France, reaches its maximum expression. Because only here, the best wine is produced. The air is the best. And the earth offers the best fruits; the best vineyards. The best grape. Because in France, the best winemakers are born …At least, that’s what the French would tell you. We ordinary mortals can only satisfy our senses, having a party, and drinking good wine. And what better occasion, if not celebrating in the Ville Lumiére? In October, in Paris, the only vineyard in the capital is celebrated, with five fantastic days of music, dance and shows. Great protagonist will be, of course, the wine and the cellar Clos Montmartre, the only one present in Paris. There Montmartre Harvest Festival, comes to its 92th edition. Ninety-one years of fun, with a really rich program which, this year, it will focus on the theme “the eternally young 18th”. Youth will be celebrated as creativity, energy, curiosity… Youth interpreted as a state of mind and not as a chronological age! Photo ©, Shadowgate About 1000 square meters of stands along the paths of taste. More than 60 participating venues, 150 exhibitors and 8 Parisian neighborhoods.Many events, concerts, parades and even the fireworks shows to conclude the event. Great protagonist, in addition to wine, will be Montmartre, one of the most loved neighborhoods by Parisians and tourists.This is the Montmartre Harvest Festival 2025. PRACTICAL INFORMATION HOW TO GET The Montmartre district is the hub of the Festival. Many events, however, take place in the neighboring areas of the artists’ quarters par excellence.Paris is served by an efficient public transport system, and you will have no trouble getting around by metro, RER, and bus. The Clos Montmartre vineyard is located at Rue des Saules. By underground, get off at Lamarck Caulaincourt stop.All the info to get around in Paris by public transport, from this link. PROGRAM MONTMARTRE HARVEST FESTIVAL 2025 Photo ©, Xenophôn Here, below, some of the major events to see the Fete des Vendanges Montmartre. It starts with the opening show at the Town hall du XVIII arrondissement, at 19:30. Parcours du gout. Stands and tastings Throughout the area adjacent to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart. Appointment on Friday and Saturday, from 10:00 to 23:00, and Sunday from 10:00 to 19:00.Visit of the vineyards. An extraordinary journey through the vineyard Clos Montmartre. Times and dates available soon on the official website. Music will also be the protagonist of the Festival with Decibels Vendanges. Three different locations of the XVIII will host free performances of pop music, electronic, jazz, hip hop, soul and more. On Saturday, at 11:45, part of the spectacular colorful parade of Clos Montmartre. Expected arrival at 13:30 at the Town Hall of the 18th arrondissement. Many will also be exhibitions, performances of street artists, and events dedicated to children. WHERE TO SLEEP Paris is an immense metropolis. As such, the accommodation offer is really huge and varied. There are hotels for all tastes and budgets.Montmartre is also an excellent solution to save money. Being an area quite distant from the center, prices are on average lower than the Marais and the areas closest to the Louvre. From this link you can find all the hotels in Montmartre. Located at 10 minutes walk from the Sacré-Coeur Basilica and the Montmartre district, the Village Montmartre by Hiphophostels offers luggage storage and free WiFi in all rooms. All rooms come with air conditioning, a telephone and a private bathroom with a shower. Good value for money. *All that is contained herein is for purely indicative purposes only and should not be considered official. Appointments may be subject to change. Therefore, we invite you to consult the official website for all updates. All trademarks and names contained herein belong to their respective owners. Related Latest Posts Map of the Place Share the Post
Fete des Vignerons
Fete des Vignerons in Vevey, from July to August 2019. Best Wine Festival WHERE: Vevey, Switzerland WHEN: from the 18 July to the 11 August 2019 A festival that takes place only 5 times in a century, from the 2016 inscribed in the immaterial cultural heritage by UNESCO. A party that dates back to the eighteenth century but which has ancient origins. These premises are enough to realize the uniqueness of Fete Des Vignerons. An incredible event that takes place over a period of time between the 14 and the 28 years, or, anyway, at every generational change. The 2019 is the first edition of the new millennium. It could be the right opportunity to say “I’ve been there”. As is tradition, the splendid Market Square, hosting the Fete des Vignerons. A suggestive square, among the largest in Europe, nestled between lakes and mountains. Departure the 18 July, at 07:00 in the morning, with the ceremony of the Coronation, which will be awarded the best worker of the Vineyards. A much awaited recognition, in these parts. PRACTICAL INFO HOW TO GET Once you reach Vevey, you can move on foot or by public transport. There Market Square, seat of the Show, it is easily reached on foot. Parades and stands will take place throughout the city. FETE DES VIGNERONS 2019 PROGRAM Here is the program with the main events of the Fete des Vignerons 2019. VILLAS EN FETE Literally, city in Festa. Parades, dances, gastronomy and, of course, wine will enliven a vast area of Vevey, from Jardin Doret to Entre-Deux-Ville. Street artists, touring performances, will animate the Ville en Fête, both day and night. Among the numerous stands set up, you can delight yourself with typical local products. During the various Canton Days, you can try the specialties of the restaurateurs. PROCESSIONS In Vevey, great expectations for the three parades, organized by the Confrérie des Vignerons. Actors and extras of the show will cross the city, together with the parades of the invited cantons. Appointment of the 18 July, at 11:30, after the Coronation ceremony. The following dates will be Saturday 27 July and 03 August, at 15.00. Parades and Ville En Fete are always free and accessible to anyone. THE SHOW In the splendid Market Square, takes place the long-awaited show of the Fete des Vignerons, in the specially set-up arena. An incredible moment that combines music, poetry, song, set design. Besides 5000 actors and extras, selected among the inhabitants of the place, take part in this incredible journey, between music, lights and words. Accompanied, strictly live, from the Choir of the Fête, from the Big Band, from the Percussionists, from the Choirs of the Alps, from a Little Together, and from the Pipes and Drums. TIMETABLES AND TICKETS To attend the Arena Show, it is mandatory to purchase the entrance ticket. There are only the 5 ticket categories, the price of which varies according to accommodation. For the coronation and the Spttacoli, the price varies from a minimum of 79CHF, for the Cat5 to a maximum of 299CHF for the categoria1. There is also a ticket Premium which at the cost of 359CHF also offers a range of benefits. It is recommended, as indicated by the organizers, to purchase tickets EXCLUSIVELY through official channels. Some coupons, in limited numbers, are also available on site. Evening shows, at 21:00, scheduled 19, 20, 25, 26, 27 July and 02, 03, 08, 09, 10 August 2019. Daytime shows in the days 21, 23, 28, 30, at 11:00. The day 01 August, at 14:00. The days 04, 05, 06, 10 and 11 August 2019, at 11:00.
fete de la gastronomie
Fete de la Gastronomie 2017. Info, program, what to do and see WHERE: France WHEN: 22 – 25 September 2017 The French, as we know, are a people extremely attached to their traditions. If the discussion should then shift to the kitchen, then the nationalistic sentiment becomes even more heated. French cuisine, moreover, is renowned throughout the world, with a culinary tradition that has ancient origins. Thanks to the attention of the raw materials, expertly processed and presented by the greatest Chefs, the French Gastronomy was awarded the prestigious Unesco prize. Moreover, the French cuisine is considered a true form of art, with a special ritual. From the preparation of the table to the presentation in the style of the dishes; without, of course, forgetting the famous French wine, the pride of a country that is always proud of its origins. In this context, the event is part, an event that celebrates the French gastronomic tradition. A review that arose in 2011, at the dawn of the prestigious UNESCO recognition, on the initiative of Frédéric Lefebvre (Secretary of State for Trade, Crafts, Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises, Tourism, Services, Freelancers and Consumers). The event took place on a single date, January 4, 2011. Success and adherence went beyond expectations. The gastronomy festival, takes place, as usual, during the third weekend of September. Objectives of the event are the promotion of the territory and the development of the landscape riches of France. Celebrate the French culinary richness. Make the kitchen accessible to everyone. And finally, promoting gastronomy, as a tool for economic, regional and national development. The fete de la gastronomie 2017 is also a great popular festival where individuals and professionals can meet and exchange information, knowledge and techniques. All of this, including picnics, banquets, tastings of typical products. PRACTICAL INFO FETE DE LA GASTRONOMIE On the official website, from this link, it is possible to find the list and the programs of the various activities during the Fete de la Gastronomie 2017. Tours, tastings, cook-shows and much more, await you from Carcasonne, in Paris