All the unmissable outings and events of the Vienne

MAY

The Night of Monuments at La Mothe Chandeniers

From May 1 to 3

The Château de la Mothe Chandeniers is taking part in the first edition of the Night of Monuments! For this first weekend of May, the Château de la Mothe Chandeniers has planned a whole host of activities: a flower and producers' market on May 1st and a floral guinguette on Friday with a DJ evening until midnight! It's also an opportunity to see the Château shine with 1000 lights! 

Poitiers Beach Festival

From April 28 to June 2 – Place de la République

The Square de la République is transformed into a true oasis with its 300 m² of fine sand in the heart of the city. Come enjoy a lively scene with concerts and DJ sets, and a guaranteed festive atmosphere. Admission and entertainment are completely free. Whether you're with family, friends, or on your own, go for it! 

The Food Truck Festival

From 7 to 11 May 2025

The largest gathering of foodtrucks in France is in the Vienne : dozens of food trucks come together for several days of festival punctuated by concerts. All the cuisine of the world is in the spotlight in a festive and jovial atmosphere!S

The Access-sifs

From 12 to 25 May

In this new edition of the festival, disability is in the spotlight through a varied program: film debates, exhibitions, conferences, shows, activities, visits and concerts... An associative village will take shape on the Poitiers Town Hall square with numerous stands and activities! 

Medieval Festival in Morthemer – Valdivienne

May the 17

Organized by the Art'Cacius association, this new event will take place at the foot of the village castle. It's an opportunity to discover a medieval camp and market. Visitors will be invited to stroll around, enjoy a concert, and a delicious meal, ending in style with a torchlight procession.

On the program: medieval market, pony rides, children's workshops, treasure hunt, fire eaters, and medieval banquet!

Guinguette at the Pavillon Rose in La Roche-Posay

Launch on May 20

From May 20th to September 8th, come and enjoy a friendly and festive atmosphere every Tuesday evening! Concerts and lively musical entertainment with refreshments and a restaurant area for a great evening!

May by bike

Saturday May 24

This year, May by Bike is celebrating its 5th anniversary! It's time to celebrate cycling in all its forms. May by Bike in the Vienne, 4 bike rides are organized: Cenon-sur-Vienne, L'Isle-Jourdain, Poitiers and Saint-Savin, to reach the Genêts site in Valdivienne! Please note, this event is by registration only!

On the program from 10 a.m. to 17 p.m.: bicycle repair workshop, themed rides, a Joëlette and Quad demonstration, clowns, musical entertainment, etc.

Medieval Day at the Berrye Fortress

Saturday May 24

Come enjoy a medieval-themed day at the Berrye Fortress. Behourd, Gregorian chants, calligraphy, stone carving, and wine tasting are on the program. 

La Gravienne Bike Race

From 23 to 25 May

This year, the Gravienne will take place around Ligugé. Let's go for a little (or not!) bike ride:

• La Drôlière: 86 km, May 25
• It's up to you to fail: 1,2, 3 or 86x 24 km, from May 25 to XNUMX
• What are you doing?! 486 km from 23 to 25  

Les ImPrO'bables Festival at CPA Lathus

From 29 to 31 May 2025

Since 2016, this festival has brought people together around a common theme: the popular spirit. On the program: concerts, entertainment, and shows to rediscover the spirit of village festivals of yesteryear. 

500 Ferrari against Cancer at the Circuit du Val de Vienne

From May 29 to 1^er June 2025

This charity event highlights the Circuit of the Vigeant hundreds of Ferrari cars. All profits are donated to the cancer center of the CHU de Poitiers. A nice initiative to support every year!

JUNE

The Pinail Festival

Sunday, June 1st

Join us in Vouneuil-sur-Vienne for a festive day focused on the theme of Biodiversity and Climate Change! Discover the nature village, where partners and artisans will share their expertise and knowledge. Also enjoy a treasure hunt that will take you to each stand. The day will be punctuated by numerous activities for young and old: nature walks and guided tours, sheep shearing demonstrations, storytelling, and film screenings.

Please note: as the reserve is a protected natural area, dogs are not allowed, even on a leash.

Jazzellerault Festival in Chatellerault

June 5 to 13

For ten days, Châtellerault is tinged with a "jazzy" atmosphere with various concerts, some of which are given by a few international jazz stars!

Rand'Eau Vienne

Sunday 15 June

The unmissable Rand'Eau event Vienne returns on June 15th! It offers a unique immersion in the heart of the Vienne, between discovery and sensations. Whether you are a hiker in search of landscapes or a competitor looking for a challenge, immerse yourself in an atmosphere that is as friendly as it is festive!

3×3 Poitiers Festival

June 19 to 29

The 15th edition of 3×3 Poitiers Festival is back! Get ready for a program full of surprises! 

The Civraisien Orientation Raid

Saturday June 21

The ROC is back! On the program: orienteering, mountain biking, canoeing, and many surprise events! Don't wait any longer: form your teams and sign up for a day of sports.  

The Anako Ethnographic Film Festival

from June 26 to 29, 2025

Between Loudun and the Château de Verrière in Bournand, this festival focuses on the last nomadic peoples of the world. Discover their history through debates, conferences, round tables and screenings of numerous films and documentaries! This 11th edition will have the theme “Root Peoples”

Medieval atmosphere in Nouaillé-Maupertuis

Sunday June 29 2025 

Nouaillé-Maupertuis and its charming fortified abbey host several days of festivals from spring to summer! On Saturday, find the night market, then the next day will take place the great medieval festival : a real historical leap in the Middle Ages.

The Voice of Rock Festival in Couhé

June 6 and 7, 2025 

It's the festival's 10th anniversary! And they intend to celebrate it! This unmissable event celebrates music through sharing and encounters.

Literary Meetings in Montmorillon

From June 20 to 22, 2025 

This event initiated by Régime Desforges (author of La Bicyclette bleue) has been taking place every year for 30 years in the heart of the City of Writing and Book Trades. Literature buffs will love it!

JULY AUGUST

Men's Tour de France

July 13

The Tour de France is invited to the Vienne ! The 9th stage of the Tour from Chinon to Châteauroux will pass through the Vienne ! A golden opportunity for young and old to enjoy a festive atmosphere and vibrate to the rhythm of the Grande Boucle

Medieval Festival in Lusignan 

July 19 and 20

To celebrate the 1000th anniversary of the Notre-Dame and Saint-Junien church, come and discover Lusignan, a medieval city. On the program: shows, concerts and various activities for young and old. It is also an opportunity to visit the church and discover the fortified medieval city of Lusignan in the XNUMXth century thanks to an immersive LegendR tour

Women's Tour de France

July 29 and 30

With an arrival in Poitiers and a departure from Chasseneuil du Poitou, the women's Tour de France also makes a stopover in the Vienne ! An unforgettable and unique moment to share with family!

Neuvil'en Jazz Festival

From 24 to 26 July 

Neuville-de-Poitou is hosting the 24th edition of Neuvil'en Jazz! This festival, held at the Majestic venue, invites you to share a festive and friendly experience starting at 19 p.m. from July 24 to 26. Come groove to the music and enjoy the good vibes! 

The Medieval Summer Festival of the Fortress of Angles-sur-l'Anglin

July 26 and 27

They're back! Now's your chance to take advantage! 

Over Sound Festival

July 25-27, 2025

The charming town of Civray welcomes more than 30 festival-goers every year for several days of music in a friendly atmosphere, with renowned artists.

The Lyrical Evenings of Sanxay

August 9, 11 and 13, 2025 at 21:30 p.m.

Third lyrical art event in France: its incredible setting the Gallo-Roman theater of Sanxay has a lot to do with it. The incredible acoustics of the place will transport you into the world of opera with all lightness. This year, the Soirées Lyriques are putting the spotlight on Nabucco, an opera in 4 acts by Giuseppe Verdi.

Chauvigny Medieval Festival

Sunday 24 August 2025 

La medieval town of Chauvigny finds its atmosphere of yesteryear with this leap into the past. Medieval camps, shows and various activities await you.

SEPTEMBER

The Medieval Fair of Château-Larcher

September 20 and 21, 2025

The medieval fair of Château-Larcher is two days of celebration as we could have experienced in the Middle Ages. Animations on medieval times, food market, art exhibitions and other surprises will invest the village labeled "Small Cities of Character" with its castle and its green setting.

The Urban Trail in Poitiers

September 2025 (programming to come)

10 kilometers running or walking to explore Poitiers, your back-to-school challenge! Between plateaus, climbs, descents, take the opportunity to observe the city of a hundred steeples, its monuments and pretty streets.

European Heritage Days

September 20 and 21, 2025 (programming to come)

Rediscover heritage and its secrets in certain places sometimes closed to the public, during this national event.

OCTOBER

The Big Meal

Jeudi 9 octobre 2025 

Take part in this annual event! The Grand Repas brings together the inhabitants of the Vienne and visitors around a delicious meal made from local and seasonal products. In 2024, the proposed menu was developed by the sponsor of the territory of the Vienne, Brice Joseph, Restaurant Chef The Saint-Jacques Farm à Chatellerault. 

The Expressives

From Thursday October 2 to Saturday October 4, 2025 

Les Expressifs, a must-see festival in Poitiers, takes place in the streets and squares of downtown Poitiers. On the program: 4 days of festivities featuring music, street arts, dance and live shows, completely free!

Guinguette at the Pavillon Rose in La Roche-Posay!

Launch on May 20

From May 20th to September 9th, the Pavillon Rose de la Roche-Posay welcomes you to discover its new Guinguette every Tuesday evening! Come spend festive and friendly moments and enjoy numerous concerts, musical entertainment as well as a refreshment bar and a restaurant area.